One thing you may not have noticed after you bought an elliptical trainer is that you still need to assemble it. Some stores give an in-home assembly manual for an additional charge, but in most circumstances, it is just between you and nuts and bolts.
You don't have to get stressed if you know how to use a screw driver. The hard part is just carrying the box from the front porch to where you will assemble it. Keep in mind, the heavier the elliptical trainer, the better it will be.
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Some people complain regarding some machines being very heavy and the bad experience they had on moving them. This is not a valid complaint since the additional weight is what you must anticipate in a durable machine. Ensure that you have someone to help you.
Be prepared in case there are some surprises.
Typically, assembling your new trainer should be successful without any problem. In case you are confronted with missing components or damaged parts, you should contact the shipping company right away. In this way, you can return the product and request for a new one.
Most high-end elliptical machines are shipped within a wooden box around the parts of the machine. You need to unbolt it to get the parts. You should have the necessary tools for this.
As mentioned, contact the manufacturer if there are things missing. On the other hand, for the time being, a little improvisation will help. You may possess the same parts inside your workshop or obtain them at your local hardware store. Just be sure that the replacement parts that you are getting are the same. Moreover, remember that you will void the warranty of the product if you use those parts. So make sure to get replacements and set them once they arrive.
If the product shipped with no manual or assemble guides, you may download them through the manufacturer's site.
Appropriate tools for the job
The majority of elliptical machines, regardless of the cost, include the needed tools for the assembly. Example is the hex wrench. Sometimes, the ratchet set is very helpful to tighten the bolts and nuts.
Ask for help
As mentioned earlier, getting some help from someone is a great idea. The heaviest component is the drive assembly. This is because it has the flywheel. This also depends on the design of the product. It may be needed to have someone with you to hold up the drive assembly while the other connects it to the frame.
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