FLOWFITNESS Driver DWR2500i Water Rower User Manual
- June 8, 2024
- FLOWFITNESS
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Important information
Health
Important: read this instruction manual first and follow the instructions carefully before using the product.
- Consult an expert to determine the training level that is most suitable for you.
- If you experience any dizziness, nausea or any other physical discomfort while training, cease the training immediately and consult a physician.
- Watch your heart beat during the training and immediately stop training when values are inconsistent.
- We advise you to do warming up and cooling down exercises during five to ten minutes before and after use of the product. This way your heart rate can increase and decrease gradually and you can prevent painful muscles.
Safety
- Only use this product as described in this instruction manual.
- Before using this product check that the product functions as it should. In case of malfunction or a defect stop training immediately and contact your vendor.
- Do not use the product when there is a malfunction.
- The product is only meant for use in the home and it has to be positioned on a flat surface.
- The product can only be used by one person at the time.
- The product can be used by persons with a body weight of up to 150 kilos.
- Always make sure that there is at least one meter of free space in all directions around the product when you are training.
- Don’t stick any objects in any opening of the equipment.
- Keep children and pets away from the product.
- Handicapped persons should get consent from a medical expert and follow their directions for training with the product.
- Do not place hands or feets under the product.
- Never hold your breath during a training session. Your breathing should be at a normal interval depending on the intensity of the training.
- Start your training schedule slowly and build it up gradually.
- Always wear appropriate clothing during training. Don’t wear anything that’s too loose and can get caught between moving parts of the equipment.
- When moving the equipment always use the appropriate lifting techniques to prevent back injury.
- Check screws and bolts regularly and fasten them if they are loose.
- The owner of the product is responsible for all users to be aware of the warnings and instructions as mentioned in this instruction manual.
- This product is intended for use in a clean and dry environment. Storage in cold and / or moist areas could lead to problems with the product.
- This product is not suitable for therapeutic supports / or professionally use in physical therapy.
WARNING
Have your physical condition checked by a licensed physician before you
start training. This is particularly important for persons over 35 years old
or persons who have any problems with their health. Read all instructions
before using the equipment. Flow Fitness is not responsible for any personal
injury or damage to property caused by the use of this equipment.
Introduction
In this instruction manual you will find all information necessary to use the
rower. Also you will find tips and advice on how to make the most of your
training sessions.
We advise you to carefully read this instruction manual before using the
DWR2500i Rower, so that you can use it safely and benefit from it maximally.
Flow Fitness wishes you successful and enjoyable training sessions.
Important parts
Specifications
In use
Length: | 220 cm |
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Height: | 60 cm |
Width: | 52 cm |
Weight: | 50 kg |
Length:
Length: | 60 cm |
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Height: | 220 cm |
Width: | 52 cm |
Fitness
What is fitness? In general a fitness exercise can be described as an activity that makes your heart pump more oxygen from your lungs to your muscles by means of circulating the blood. The more strenuous the training, the more fuel (oxygen) the muscles need and the more work the heart has to do to pump oxygen rich blood to the muscles. If you are in good physical shape your heart can pump more blood to the muscle with each contraction. This means the heart doesn’t have to contract as many times to transport the necessary oxygen to your muscles. Your resting heart beat and heart beat when exercising will therefore decrease.
Training by heart rate
While training it is important to monitor your heart rate. The heart rate is
essential for the result of your training. Your best training heart rate
depends firstly on your age. Your maximum heart beat can be determined by
this. Secondly the most effective heart rate depends on your training goals.
If your training goal is to lose weight, then the most effective training is
at 60% of your maximum heart rate. If your training goal is to improve your
stamina, then you should train at 85% of your maximum heart rate.
The body stores energy in two forms: carbohydrates and fat. When we exercise
we use a combination of these two energy supplies. If the training intensity
is at a high level the body will mostly choose the energy that burns fast:
carbohydrates. Since there is a limited supply of these carbohydrates you
can’t continue this for a long period of time. When training at a low
intensity the body will mostly choose to use a long lasting source of energy:
fat. Since this is stored in large quantities in the body, you can continue
this kind of training for a longer time.
Below you will find a schedule allowing you to calculate the best heart rate
for your training. In this schedule each age category has a range that your
heart rate should be in during your training. The middle column has the values
you should try to maintain if you want to lose weight. If you want to improve
your stamina you should try to maintain the rates in the right column.
Age| Weight lost (beats per minute) 60%| Improve staminbeats per
minute) 85%
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20 -24| 120 – 118| 170 -167
25 – 29| 117 – 115| 166 – 163
30 – 34| 114 – 112| 162 – 158
35 – 39| 111 – 109| 157 – 154
40 – 44| 108 – 106| 153 – 150
45 – 49| 105 – 103| 149 – 145
50 – 54| 102 – 100| 144 – 141
55 – 59| 99 – 97| 140 – 137
60 and older| 96 – 94| 136 – 133
For each individual the best way to start training is different. If you have
not exercised in some time or are overweight, you should start your training
schedule slowly and gradually increase the level of activity.
In the last chapter of this instruction manual you will find several different
training schedules (chapter 5. general information). You can use these
schedules to reach your training goals. The schedules are divided in two
phases. The first phase can be used for beginners or persons who start
training after a long period of inactivity. During this phase the level of
intensity is built up gradually. After six weeks the second phase begins. You
can then choose a training schedule to lose weight or improve your stamina.
Warming up and cooling down
A good training schedule starts with a good warming up and ends with a cooling down of the muscles. This will prevent painful muscles and injury. Below you will find some suitable exercises.
| Head Roll
Tilt your head to the right. Hold this for one second, so that you feel a
little pull in the muscles on the left side of your neck. Do the same for the
other side, front and back. Repeat two or three times.
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| Toe Touch
Slowly bend forward with your back and arms relaxed. Bend as far as you can
and hold the position for ten seconds. Repeat this two or three times.
| Side Stretch
Extend both your arms up in the air and reach as high as you can with your
right arm. Lean a bit to the left so that the muscles in the right side of
your torso are stretched. Hold this position for one second. Relax and make
the same motion on the other side of your body. Repeat this three or four
times.
| Knee bend
Set your feet shoulder-width apart and your stretched your hands out. Lower
yourself no more than 10cm by bending your knees. Come back up again and
repeat several times.
| Lower back stretch
Begin on all fours. Stretch your arms out in front of you, allowing your face
to lower to a position near the floor. Gently sit back. Rest your glutes just
above your heels. Ease back and feel the gentle stretch in your lower back.
| Hamstring Stretch
Sit down on the floor with your right leg extended in front of you and place
the sole of your left foot on the inside of your right upper leg. Bend forward
in the direction of your right foot and hold this position for ten seconds.
Relax and then do the same with your other leg. Repeat two or three times.
Use
Assembly
All parts needed to assemble the DWR2500i rower are combined inside the two
boxes.
Remove the boxes and place 2 AA-batteries inside the console.
Filling the water tank
Remove the plug from the filling hole located at the top of the water tank. Fill a bucket with tap water and add a chlorine tablet if the rower will be located at a site with direct sunlight.
Fasten the knob on the included syphon (a) and place the syphon inside the
bucket and the other end inside the water tank (b). Now squeeze on the red
part of the syphon to pump water from the bucket into the water thank. Usually
after 4 to 5 presses, the siphon pump starts pumping. The amount of water
inside the tank will determine the level of resistance during the rowing
exercise. Rotate the handle counterclockwise (c) to allow air to enter the
pump and stop pumping.
It is strongly recommended to place a cloth or a blanket underneath the water
tank when filling the rower with water or whenever the tank plug is opened for
water treatment.
Water level
Remove water from the tank to lower the resistance level. This can be done by
placing the Syphon Pump inside the tank and the flexible hose inside an empty
bucket. Use the same steps as for filling the water tank.
It is strongly recommended to place a cloth or a blanket underneath the water
tank when filling the rower with water or whenever the tank plug is opened for
water treatment.
Use of the computer
SET
Press once to increase value
Press long to increase rapidly
Set TIME, CAL, DIST, STROKES,| MODE
Confirm function
Press to pause during workout
In standby press together with SET
to switch between meters and mile| RESET
Go back to previous function Clear set value
Press and hold for 3 seconds to restart theconsole
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Display Values
Window | Function |
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TIME: | The elapsed or remaining time |
SPEED / 500m: | Speed in km/h or 500m time |
DISTANCE: | The elapsed or remaining distance |
CALORIE: | Burned or remaining calories |
PULSE: | Your pulse in beats per minute when wearing a Flow Fitness chest belt. |
WATT: | Wattage |
SPM: | Strokes per minute |
STROKES: | Total strokes |
General use
The DWR2500i computer works on two AA batteries. After placing the batteries,
the display will automatically turn on. After 4 minutes of inactivity, the
computer will go into standby modus. Press any button to activate the computer
from standby modus.
All programs and values will start flashing one by one. Press MODE to enter
the main menu.
In the main menu you are able to select one of the rowers training programs
explained in this user manual.
Use the SET button to switch between the programs or values, confirm a program
or value by pressing the MODE button.
During a training session press MODE to pause the training session. Press MODE
again to resume the training or press RESET to stop the training session.
Training with an optional chest belt
The computer can receive a heart rate signal from an optional Flow Fitness
Bluetooth chest belt. The heart rate will be automatically displayed on the
PULSE window of the computer display.
Quick start
When you start rowing from standby the computer will automatically enter the
manual program. All values on the display will start counting.
MANUAL
With the manual program you have the possibility to set training goals.
- Go to the main menu by pressing the MODE button.
- Press the SET button until MANUAL is displayed on the computer.
- Press MODE to confirm and directly start the manual program.
INTERVAL
There are 3 types of interval programs:
10/20: Rowing for 10 seconds, 20 seconds rest for 8 sets.
20/10: Rowing for 20 seconds, 10 seconds rest for 8 sets.
Custom: You are able to set your own duration for rowing and resting. You can
also setup the amount of repeating sets.
For interval 10/20 and 20/10:
- Go to the main menu by pressing the MODE button.
- Press the SET button until INTERVAL is displayed on the computer, press MODE to confirm
- Select your preferred interval program by pressing the SET button.
- Press MODE to confirm and start the interval training. The computer will do a short countdown before you can start your exercise.
The program is finished when you have completed the 8 sets of interval training. A sound signal will let you know when you have finished the final segment.
For interval custom:
- Go to the main menu by pressing the MODE button.
- Press the SET button until INTERVAL is displayed on the computer, press MODE to confirm
- Press the SET button until CUSTOM is displayed on the computer, press MODE to confirm
- Press the SET button to set the preferred amount of repeating sets, press MODE to confirm
- Press the SET button to set the preferred rowing time in seconds, press MODE to confirm
- Press the SET button to set the preferred resting time in seconds.
- Press MODE to confirm and start the interval training. The computer will do a short countdown before you can start your exercise.
The program is finished when you have completed the entered sets of interval training. A sound signal will let you know when you have finished the final segment.
TARGET
With the target program you can set a target value: time, stroke, pulse,
calorie or distance.
The training is finished when you have reached the set target value.
- Go to the main menu by pressing the MODE button.
- Press the SET button until TARGET is displayed on the computer, press MODE to confirm
- Select your preferred target value: time, stroke, pulse, calorie or distance by pressing the SET button, confirm by pressing the MODE button.
- Set your target value by pressing the SET button. Hold down the SET button to quickly adjust the value.
- Press MODE to confirm and start the target training. The computer will do a short countdown before you can start your exercise.
The set target value will count down to 0. The training is finished when you
have reached the set target value. The rower will play a sound signal to let
you know you have reached your target.
Please note: To use the pulse as a target value an optional Flow Fitness
Bluetooth chest belt is needed.
Training with apps
With the Driver DWR2500i water rower you are able connect your smartphone
or tablet by a bluetooth connection.
Follow the steps below to connect your mobile device.
- Go to the settings on your mobile device and turn bluetooth on.
- Download one of the supported apps.
- Follow the instructions of the supported apps.
For training with smartphone or tablet you need to download one of the apps. The apps compatible with the Driver DWR2500i Water rower are listed below. If new apps will become available they will be listed on our website; www.flowfitness.com.
IConsole + Training
The iC + training app lets you control the DWR2500i with your smartphone or
tablet.
You can also log your training results or train virtually anywhere in the
world using the google maps and street view. The iConsole + training app is
completely free.
Download the iC + training app in the app or play store by searching for ‘iC+
training’ in the app store / ‘iConsole+ training’ in the play store or follow
one of the links below.
Apple iOS App store
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ic-training/id1347028353?mt=8
Google Android Play Store app voor tablet
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.changyow.icp4th
For further support please visit
https://www.flowfitness.com/manual/iconsole.html
Kinomap
Turn your Glider DCT2000i Crosstrainer into a powerful and fun fitness
product. Choose from the geotagged video on Kinomap and go! Your position is
shown in the video and icon on the map and in the altitude graph: your goal is
to keep pace with the original video. A multiplayer mode is also available up
to 10 players can train on the same video.
Download the Kinomap app in the app or play store by searching for ‘Kinomap
Fitness’ or follow one of the links below.
Apple iOS App store
https://itunes.apple.com/nl/app/kinomap/id611177969?mt=8
Google Antroid Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kinomap.training
For further support please visit
https://www.flowfitness.com/manual/kinomap.html
Storage
The DWR2500i rowing machine can be placed upright for compact storage.
Storing and commissioning
To store the rowing machine, you can lift the back and store the rower
upright.
Moving the water rower
To move the rowing machine, lift it at the rear until the rowing machine is on
it transporting wheels. Move the rowing machine to the desired location.
Maintenance
The metal and plastic parts of the DWR2500i can be cleaned by using Flow
Fitness shine and protect. However, make sure that all parts are completely
dry before they are used again.
Flow Fitness advises to fasten nuts and bolts, check and fasten pivot points
once every six weeks. For fastening use the tool supplied with the product.
To prevent unnecessary wear, the product can only be used indoors and in a dry
environment.
Water treatment
Water treatment schedules for the rower will vary based on the water tank
exposure to sunlight, expect 8-12 months when the tank is exposed to direct
sunlight and 2 years in a darker location with no direct sunlight. When the
water turns slightly clouded, add a water chloride treatment tablet. It is
strongly recommended to place a cloth or a blanket underneath the water tank
whenever the tank plug is opened for water treatment.
General information
Training schedule
Introduction schedule
Schedule week 1 and 2 | Schedule week 3 and 4 |
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Train at 60% of your maximum heart rate.
Max. 3 times a week.| Train at 60% of your maximum heart rate.
Max. 4 times a week.
Warming up 5 – 10 minutes.
Train 4 minutes.
Rest 1 minute.
Train 2 minutes.
Calmly train 1 minute.
Cooling down 5 minutes.| Warming up 5 – 10 minutes.
Train 5 minutes.
Rest 1 minute.
Train 3 minutes.
Calmly train 1 minute.
Cooling down 5 minutes.
Schedule week 5 and 6| After completing the introduction training
schedule for six weeks, you can choose the follow-up training schedule that is
best suited to your needs. You can choose a schedule that will maximize your
weight loss, or one that will improve your stamina. Both training schedules
are on the next pages.
Train at 60% of your maximum heart rate.
Max. 5 times a week.
Warming up 5 – 10 minutes.
Train 6 minutes.
Rest 1 minute.
Train 4 minutes.
Calmly train 3 minutes.
Cooling down 5 minutes.
Training schedule to improve stamina
(follow-up to introduction training schedule)
Schedule week 7 and 8 | Schedule week 9 and beyond |
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Train at 90% of your maximum heart rate.
Max. 6 times a week.| Train at 90% of your maximum heart rate.
Max. 6 times a week.
Warming up 5 – 10 minutes.
Train 7 minutes.
Rest 1 minute.
Train 5 minutes.
Calmly train 1 minute.
Cooling down 5 minutes.| Warming up 5 – 10 minutes.
Train 10 minutes.
Rest 1 minute.
Train 10 minutes.
Repeat training 2 or 3 times.
Calmly train 1 minute.
Cooling down 5 minutes.
Training schedule to lose weight
(follow-up to introduction training schedule)
Schedule week 7 and 8 | Schedule week 9 and beyond |
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Train at 60% of your maximum heart rate.
Max. 6 times a week.| Train at 60% of your maximum heart rate.
Max. 6 times a week.
Warming up 5 – 10 minutes.
Train 7 minutes.
Rest 1 minute.
Train 5 minutes.
Calmly train 1 minute.
Cooling down 5 minuten.| Warming up 5 – 10 minutes.
Train 10 minutes.
Rest 1 minute.
Train 10 minutes.
Repeat training 2 or 3 times.
Calmly train 1 minute.
Cooling down 5 minutes.
Exploded view
No. | Part | QTY | No. | Part | QTY | |
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A | Console | 1 | G-1 | Water Tank Upper | 1 | |
A-1 | Screw | 4 | G-2 | Water Tank | 1 | |
B | Small Weaving Assembly | 2 | G-3 | Rubber Band | 1 | |
B-1 | Roller | 1 | G-4 | Tube | 1 | |
B-2 | Bearing | 2 | G-5 | Rubber Plug | 1 | |
B-3 | Bushing | 1 | G-6 | Screw | 12 | |
B-4 | Allen Bolt | 1 | G-7 | Nylon Nut | 12 | |
B-5 | Flat Washer | 1 | G-8 | Fan Blade | 1 | |
B-6 | Nylon Nut | 1 | G-9 | Shaft For Fan Blade | 1 | |
C | Main Frame | 1 | H | Fixing Seat For Fan Blade | 1 | |
C-1 | End Cap | 4 | H-1 | Fixing Seat For Fan Blade | 1 | |
C-2 | Transportation Wheel | 2 | H-2 | Bearing | 2 | |
C-3 | C-Type | 2 | H-3 | Fixed Hook | 1 | |
C-4 | End Cap | 4 | H-4 | Weaving | 1 | |
C-5 | Flat Washer | 8 | H-5 | Elastic Rope | 1 | |
C-6 | Screw | 8 | H-6 | Fixed Hook | 1 | |
C-7 | Eva Double-Sided Tape | 2 | I | Main Frame Assembly | 1 | |
C-8 | Side Panel Of Slider | 2 | l-1 | Main Frame(Upper) | 1 | |
C-9 | Screw | 8 | -2 | Bearing | ||
C-10 | Stopper | 4 | -3 | Ring | ||
C-11 | Screw | 4 | -4 | Bearing | ||
C-12 | Sensor Wire | 1 | I-5 | Ring | 1 | |
C-13 | Screw | 2 | I-6 | Plastic Bushing | 2 | |
C-14 | End Cap | 1 | -7 | Big Roller | ||
C-15 | Nut | 4 | I-8 | Bushing | 1 | |
D | Slider Assembly | 1 | -9 | Bearing | ||
D-1 | Slider | 1 | I-10 | Screw | 1 | |
D-2 | Saddle Seapost Painted | 1 | I-11 | Flat Washer | 2 | |
D-3 | Saddle | 1 | I-12 | Nylon Nut | 1 | |
D-4 | Axle For Roller | 2 | I-13 | End Cap | 1 | |
D-5 | Bushing | 4 | I-14 | Handlebar | 1 | |
D-6 | Saddle Wheel Assembly | 4 | I-15 | Grip | 2 | |
D-7 | Protection Cover Of Seat Roller | 4 | I-16 | End Cap | 3 | |
D-8 | Screw | 8 | l-17 | Cover For Handlebar | 1 | |
D-9 | Allen Bolt | 8 | I-18 | End Cap | 1 | |
D-10 | Flat Washer | 8 | I-19 | Handlebar Holder | 2 | |
D-11 | Screw | 4 | I-20 | Sensor Wire | 1 | |
D-12 | Bushing | 4 | I-21 | Eva Foam | 2 | |
D-13 | Limited Roller | 4 | -22 | Pedal | ||
D-14 | Nylon Nut | 4 | I-23 | Pedal Pad | 2 | |
D-15 | Flat Washer | 4 | I-24 | Pedal Strap | 2 | |
D-16 | Agent | 1 | I-25 | Eva Foam | 2 | |
E | Small Weaving Assembly | 1 | I-26 | Allen Bolt | 8 | |
E-1 | Roller | 1 | -27 | Cover(Left) | ||
E-2 | Bearing | 2 | I-28 | Cover(Left) | 1 | |
E-3 | Bushing | 1 | I-29 | Screw | 2 | |
E-4 | Allen Bolt | 1 | I-30 | Screw | 2 | |
E-5 | Flat Washer | 1 | I-31 | Screw | 1 | |
E-6 | Nylon Nut | 1 | I-32 | Fixing Seat | 1 | |
F | Weaving Assembly | 1 | I-33 | Washer | 1 | |
F-1 | Sleeve | 1 | I-34 | Cotter Pins | 1 | |
F-2 | Weaving Wheel(Small) | 1 | I-35 | Rubber Band | 1 | |
F-3 | Weaving Fixed Axle | 1 | I-36 | Rubber Gasket | 1 | |
F-4 | C-Type | 1 | I-41 | Allen Bolt | 4 | |
F-5 | Screw | 1 | -42 | Flat Washer | ||
G | Tank Assembly | 1 | I-43 | Screw | 2 |
Troubleshooting
Problem:
During a training the rower makes beeping or scratching noises.
Solution:
Beeping or scratching noises are mostly caused by the plastic cover hitting or
scratching the metal frame. The solution to this problem is to spray these
components with Flow Fitness Treadmill Lotion or regular PTFE spray.
Problem:
De computer doesn’t or badly reads your heart rate.
Solution:
When there is no heart rate reception when using a chest belt check the
following:
- Have you read the chest belt’s manual? It is important that the sensors are made moist for a better contact with the skin.
- Is there a full and correctly placed battery?
- Is the chest belt worn tight enough?
Problem:
The values are not counting up or down during rowing.
Solution:
Check if the display cables are connected correctly.
In case your problem is not resolved or not described, consult the fitness dealer where you purchased this product.
Warranty
Warranty
The warranty is provided by the Flow Fitness distributor of your country
and the reseller where you have purchased your product. Please check
https://www.flowfitness.com/en/dealers/
for contact information.
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