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Original Series – Tank: How to replace the top deck

Replacement of your Original Series rower’s top deck is a simple task and the process is identical for any Original Series rower. Follow the video and steps below.

Diagram of the WaterRower showing the top deck assembly and its components, illustrating the positioning for maintenance.

Step 1

Remove the Handle from the handle rests and place the handle in the full forward position.

Diagram showing the assembly of a WaterRower with arrows indicating the pull direction on the handle and bungee system.

Step 2

Stand the WaterRower upright and disconnect the bungee from the Recoil Belt as shown.

Diagram illustrating the top deck assembly of a WaterRower, showing the connection points and components for replacement.

Step 3

Lay the WaterRower down. Remove the Tie Rods and JCBs connecting the Top Deck to the tank assembly as shown.

Illustration showing the WaterRower's top deck assembly with directional arrows indicating removal process.

Step 4

Remove the Top Deck assembly as shown, being careful not to dislodge the guide pulleys.

Diagram showing the process of removing the top deck from an Original Series WaterRower, including placements for handle and bungee connections.

Step 5

Replace the Top Deck as shown.

Diagram illustrating the removal process of screws and components from the top deck assembly of a WaterRower.

Step 6

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.

Illustration showing the WaterRower's structure with labeled parts for the Recoil Belt and handle. Arrows indicate the movement direction.

Step 7

Stand the WaterRower upright and connect the Recoil Belt to the bungee as shown.

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