Lost Rower Strap Tension

The damper is the lever on the side of the flywheel housing, or fan cage, that controls how much air flows into the cage. The fan cages on our later indoor rowers (Model C and later), are numbered so you can set the damper lever to a particular value from 1-10, indicating how much air is drawn into the cage on each stroke:

• Higher damper settings allow more air into the flywheel housing. The more air, the more work it takes to spin the flywheel against the air. More air also slows the flywheel down faster on the recovery, requiring more work to accelerate it on the next stroke.
• Lower damper settings allow less air into the flywheel housing, making it easier to spin the flywheel.

Damper setting is similar to bicycle gearing: it affects how rowing feels but does not directly affect the resistance. A lower damper setting on the indoor rower is comparable to easier gears on a bike.

Many people confuse damper setting with intensity level or resistance. Instead, the intensity of your workout is controlled by how much you use your legs, back and arms to move the handle-in other words, how hard you pull. This is true regardless of where the damper lever is set: the harder you pull, the more resistance you will feel. Because our indoor rowers use wind resistance (which is generated by the spinning flywheel), the faster you get the wheel spinning, the more resistance there will be.

First, I would suggest checking if you have enough resistance set on your rower. If you have accidentally set the resistance to the lowest level, it may not provide enough tension to retract the row strap. Try increasing the resistance level by using the control panel or knobs on your rower.

If adjusting the resistance doesn't solve the issue, the next step would be to inspect the row strap itself. Sometimes, the row strap might become loose or tangled, preventing it from retracting properly. Check if the strap is wrapped around any parts of the rower and ensure it is aligned correctly. If the row strap appears to be in good condition and properly aligned, the next thing you can do is check the tensioning mechanism.

There might be a tension adjustment knob or lever near the rower's handle that has been accidentally loosened or disengaged. Adjusting or re-engaging this mechanism may help restore the tension.

If none of the above steps work, it might be worth reviewing the user manual for the NordicTrack Rw600 rower. The manual often contains troubleshooting guides and specific instructions for fixing common issues. You can also consider reaching out to NordicTrack customer support for further assistance.

Remember, safety should always come first. If you're unsure about performing any troubleshooting steps yourself or if the issue persists, it's always best to consult an authorized technician or contact the manufacturer for professional support.

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