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Vasa Ergometer User’s Manual
07/01/11
Place hands in handles
or paddles.
Pull handles/paddles to
engage drive cord and place
hands on front edge of bench.
Lie on bench and keep
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bring hands into start
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Holding kayak shaft, walk
back to end of bench.
While holding the paddle shaft,
place hands on front edge of
bench as swing leg over. Sit just
behind Vasa logo.
Place one foot in foot brace.
Adjust seated position for
comfort.
Bring other foot up to foot brace
and bring kayak shaft into start
position.
PART 2 - Using the Vasa Ergometer
PART 2 – USING THE VASA ERGOMETER
The following sections contain guidelines and tips for using your Vasa Ergometer, the performance moni-
tor, and adjusting the resistance.
2.1. SAFE OPERATION
GETTING SAFELY ON AND OFF
Getting safely on and off your Vasa Ergometer is an important part of your program. Please follow the
guidelines below.
CAUTION: Do not suddenly release the paddles or handles while using the Ergometer. They could
strike the monitor or front assembly and cause damage or injury. Always gently return the handles or
paddles to the ready position on the front assembly.
SWIM POSITION - Lying prone on the bench using swim paddles or exercise handles
1) Place your hands in the handles or paddles, then pull handles/paddles to engage the drive cord.
2) Walk towards bench, placing your hands at the top of bench.
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KAYAK POSITION - Sitting on the bench facing forward, using the kayak shaft
NOTE: position the bench & seat carriage so it touches the rear stanchion. Be sure the foot brace has
been installed. For Kayak Set-up Instructions (see page 10).
1) Take the kayak paddle shaft in both hands and walk back to the bench.
2) While holding the paddle shaft, place your hands on the front of the bench holding the bench
steady. Swing one leg over the bench and sit down just behind the Vasa logo located on the front
part of the bench (middle of bench).
3) Bring one foot up and place it in the locked foot brace. Adjust your leg position by sliding forward
or backward on the bench so you are comfortable.
4) Bring your second foot up into position and bring the kayak shaft into position. Your hands should
be shoulder width apart.
