Help with kettler Isis rowing machine

The fly wheel has a 'freewheel' mechanism similar to the rear wheel on a bicycle. It needs cleaning and regreasing with light grease to free it up and make it work properly. The job is not difficult but needs some diy knowledge. Before trying to remove the fly wheel some slack will need to be created on the 'bungee' return cord and anchored securely. You will also require circlip pliers to remove the shaft. The freewheel mechanism is a set of needle bearings that move forward in their recess to allow the wheel to rotate and move back and lock when the wheel rotates in the opposite direction. These need to be free moving and old grease thickens and becomes sticky. Clean with something like GT 85 and regrease with a light grease.

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The rower keeps going slack. i wind it back up and after about 3-5 rows it clicks and goes slack again. any suggestions??

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The c2 chain oil is the best that I've found, and nothing else that compares.
Don't use 3 in 1 oil on your chain, unless you like breathing toxic fumes while you're rowing. I am using this rowing machine Concept2 Model Indoor Rowing Review

Hi Tim,

You should be able to find a parts order form from the Kettler website. I took the liberty of finding the link for you; http://www.kettlerusa.com/page6.html.

from that link you are going to need to get your manual out and track down the specific part number so that you can order it via the order form. With specialized equipment like rowing machines and such it is a smart idea to order direct from the manufacturer because you are sure of getting the right part and in the process extending the life of your machine indefinatley.

Hope this helps you!

KETTLER® USA 1355 London Bridge Rd Virginia Beach, VA 23453 USA
Phone # 757.427.2400 Fax# 757.427.0183 e:mail:[email protected]

Is it the bungee that breaks? If so, you can absolutely replace that if you call the manufacturer.
You will know that the bungee is breaking if you pull on the cord and receive no resistance, or if the cable does not reel itself in.
If it is the actual cable connecting to your handle, there is much larger issue with your machine, and a new cable is not going to help. You should look into repairing the whole system.

extend the line to its max required length while you are sitting on the machine { as using } then get someone else to adjust the slack on the line and make it taught , the adjustment should be a bolt and nut type located on the main wheel . do not adjust the line from the seat as this may dislodge the seat . happy rowing

http://www.kettler.at/fileadmin/user_upload/Homepage/Service/Montageanleitungen/KETTLER-Kadett_7977-900.pdf
Try this address. there is usually manuals at the company homepage.