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Original Series – Seat: How to replace the seat assembly

Replacement of the seat assembly is simple and the process is identical for any Original Series rower. Follow the steps below.

Illustration of a rower's seat assembly with highlighted rail feet and directional arrows indicating movement.

Step 1

Using the 5mm Allen Key located in the rear spacer’s bungee pod, loosen the JCNs holding the Rear Spacer to the rails 3-4 turns each. Do not completely remove the JCNs.

Diagram showing the seat assembly components and installation direction for a rowing machine.

Step 2

Remove the seat.

Diagram showing the alignment of a seat assembly above a rowing machine rail, indicating the installation process.

Step 3

Replace the seat.

A person pointing at the seat assembly of a rowing machine, demonstrating how to replace it.

Make sure that the indentation in the seat cushion is pointed toward the back of the rower.

Diagram of a rower's seat assembly with directional arrows indicating movement on the rails.

Step 4

Tighten the JCNs to secure the rear spacer to the rails. Replace the 5mm Allen Key in the rear spacer’s bungee pod.

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