They are among the most popular cardio machines of all and should not be missing in any good gym. The first bicycle ergometers were already developed in the late 19th century. In 1951 Kurt Mix patented his version of the bicycle ergometer, and in the 1980s the triumph of the ergometer was finally unstoppable. Especially in the gym, all equipment is exposed to particularly high loads. Maintenance contracts cover major work on the equipment, yet the lifespan of bicycle ergometers in the gym can be significantly improved with just a few simple tips on how to maintain and care for the equipment.
Daily cleaning
When exercising, any bike ergometer will inevitably come into contact with sweat; the grips, saddle, handlebars, heart rate sensors and console will all come into direct contact and inevitably become contaminated. Of course, the most sensible thing to do is to clean the device quickly after each use, but at least once a day an ergometer should be cleaned in any case with a damp cloth possibly in combination with a cleaner recommended by the manufacturer of the device. Sweat contains sodium salts, which can leave unsightly white stains on the ergometer. Sweat can lead to corrosion on metal parts and can also attack plastic parts. Regular, thorough cleaning can prevent such damage.
Screw loose?
Once a month, the screw connections of the bicycle ergometer should be checked in the gym. Special attention should be paid to the pedals of the ergometer - they are particularly stressed, especially with a new device, the fasteners loosen relatively quickly at the beginning. The screws of the pedals' crank arms also deserve a particularly critical look. It is usually sufficient to retighten screws with a hand screwdriver. If cracking noises occur during training, these crank arms are usually the trigger. Simply tightening the screws usually helps reliably against the characteristic cracking.
Well lubricated is half the battle
Moving parts on the bicycle ergometer should slide easily. The seat post can be treated with simple silicone oil. Especially in the studio, where many different exercisers use the ergometer, the saddle height is changed very regularly, sluggish saddle bars should be greased a little in any case. The seals and bearings of an ergometer should also be relubricated as needed. For this purpose, a lubricating grease recommended by the manufacturer should be used and the operating instructions of the respective device should be followed.
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Checking important components
Elementary important for the functionality of the bicycle ergometer is the belt and the brake unit. Both parts should be checked regularly - in case of wear, tear or even a defect, the manufacturer of the ergometer should definitely be contacted so that these elementarily important components can be replaced.
Conclusion
Daily cleaning of bicycle ergometers in the gym helps to prevent damage from the start. Bearings and seals should be lubricated regularly, moving parts such as the seat post or handlebars should be kept as smooth-running as possible with a silicone oil, so that exercisers can quickly and easily adjust the ergometer to their individual requirements. Elementary parts such as the belt and the brake unit should be checked regularly.
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Published on: 25 November 2019