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Error 3 (E3) on Schwinn 240 recumbent bike. How can I fix it?

  • Anonymous Mar 19, 2014

    Pauses and tells me to continue pedaling. unplugged it for 5 minutes, plugged in, still doing it.

  • James Sagl
    James Sagl Mar 11, 2023

    found a generic rpm sensor on ebay that fixed the issue for me:
    description: Horizon Tempo Treadmill RPM Speed Sensor Reed Switch 2 Terminal Wire 002267-B (flat version)

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No speed/RPM reading, Console displays "E3" error code
Check data cable integrity All wires in cable should be intact. If any are cut or crimped, replace cable.
Check data cable connections/orientation, insure cable is connected securely and oriented properly. Small latch on connector should line up and snap into place.
Check magnet position (requires shroud removal) Magnet should be in place on flywheel. If no magnet is present, replace the flywheel or the entire base unit (if unable to replace flywheel).
Check RPM Sensor (requires shroud removal) RPM sensor should be aligned with magnet and connected to data cable. Realign sensor if necessary ( 1/8" clearance between sensor and flywheel) if still error 3 then check the sensor with a multi meter unplug sensor leads attach meter to sensor connectors. Have someone by hand rotate the pedal while you observe the multi meter opening and closing the internal sensor circuit if no change in meter readings then replace the sensor.

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