Metallic Series – Monitor: How to replace the monitor housing (S4 and S4 Bluetooth Monitors)

Replacement of the monitor housing of your Metallic Series rower’s S4 Monitor or S4 Bluetooth Monitor is a relatively simple task to perform. Follow the steps below.

Illustration showing the handle assembly of a rowing machine with directional arrows indicating movement.

Step 1

Place handle into the most forward position near the large pulley in the Forward Riser.

Diagram showing the handle assembly replacement process for a rowing machine, illustrating the removal and assembly steps.

Step 2

Using the 5mm ratchet included with your rower, remove the handle rests and handle rest bolts. Set them aside.

Diagram of a rower, highlighting the handle assembly and pulley system.

Step 3

Rotate the footboard away from the tank assembly toward the rear of the rower.

Diagram of a WaterRower showing the handle assembly and its components.

Step 4

Remove the tank cover by sliding it simultaneously upward and toward the rear of the rower.

Diagram of a monitor housing showing labeled components including a screw marked 'JCB' and a 'Tie Rod'.

Step 5

Remove the tie rods and JCBs connecting the top deck to the tank assembly as shown.

Diagram illustrating the removal process for the monitor housing on an Original Series rower's S4 Monitor.

Step 6

Remove the top deck assembly as shown, being careful not to dislodge the guide pulleys.

Diagram of the S4 Monitor with arrows indicating the direction for mounting or removal.

Step 7

Disconnect the Sensor Connector. Remove the old monitor retaining pin and remove the old monitor from the key bracket as shown.

Diagram illustrating the setup of a monitor assembly for an Original Series rower's S4 Monitor, showing the placement of a retaining pin and spring.

Step 8

Position the monitor assembly through the right key bracket as shown. Ensure that the spring and washer orientation is correct. The washer should be placed after the spring is in place on the tube. Replace the R-clip retaining the monitor assembly as shown. Reconnect the Sensor Connector.

Diagram showing the removal of the top deck assembly from a rowing machine, with arrows indicating movement.

Step 9

Replace the top deck as shown.

Illustration showing the top deck assembly of a rowing machine with labeled parts including tie rod and cross dowel, emphasizing not to overtighten bolts.

Step 10

Replace the JCBs and tie rods connecting the top deck to the tank assembly as shown. Ensure that the tie rod cross dowel slots are aligned with the tie rod. You may utilize a screw driver to assist this.

Schematic illustration of a rower's tank assembly showing shims and assembly components.

Step 11

Reinstall the tank cover by sliding it simultaneously downward and toward the front of the rower. If your rower is equipped with black plastic shims to secure the front end of the top cover, ensure the cover is fully seated in them.

Illustration showing the forward riser handle being rotated on a rower's tank assembly.

Step 12

Rotate the footboard forward towards the tank and align the handle rest holes with the nuts embedded in the black angled brackets of the tank assembly.

Diagram illustrating the installation of a forward riser component on a rower's tank assembly, showing the orientation and placement of bolts and fittings.

Step 13

Using the 5mm ratchet, reinstall the handle rests and their bolts.

Do not overtighten these bolts as damage to the black angled brackets may occur.

Note: Do NOT use a drill or impact driver when when installing these bolts.

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