Rowing Support

StrokeCoach Operating Instructions (Printable PDF)

Thank you for purchasing this StrokeCoach Rowing System. We have designed the StrokeCoach to provide you with all the basic information you need to train effectively – elapsed time, stroke rate and stroke count as well as 25 minutes of stroke rate memory so you can review your rates after a race or piece.

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OPERATION

Mounting:

Slide the unit into the bracket from the top. Press down until you feel the unit “click” into place.

 strokecoach mouting
strokecoach on

On:

Press and release the button once to turn the unit on.

 strokecoach off

Off:

The Control unit will turn itself off after 17 minutes of no button presses or rowing. You cannot turn it off manually.

 stroke coach ready

Reset/Ready:

Hold the button for two seconds to zero the displays and set the unit to “READY”.
strokecoach start

Start:

Start Rowing! The timer, rate meter and stroke counter all start automatically. Make sure the display shows both “READY” and “STOP” before you start. If not, reset the unit before rowing.
strokecoach stop

Stop:

Press the button once to stop the timer and stroke counter when you stop rowing. The rate meter and stroke counter will continue to work.

NOTE: Once you have “stopped” the clock, you cannot set it to “READY” or restart until you have cleared/reset.

Memory:

The StrokeCoach automatically stores your stroke rate in memory every 10 seconds for the first minute, then every 20 seconds up to 25 minutes and 49 seconds.

After stopping the unit, press the bottom button repeatedly to step through the memory. The timer will show the elapsed time for the displayed stroke rate. The stroke counter will continue to show the total strokes taken.

strokecoach change battery

Changing the Battery:

If the display appears faint, you need to replace the battery.

Flip the unit over and open the battery compartment with a nickel or similar coin. Tap the unit on your hand to remove the battery. Insert a new 3-Volt CR2032 lithium watch battery, “+” pole up, and replace the battery door.

Make sure the black o-ring seal is in place before replacing the door.
strokecoach reset battery

Resetting after Changing the Battery:

The display will occsionally appear scrambled after a battery change. Reset the unit by holding the button for two seconds and the display should return to normal.

MAINTENANCE

strokecoach storageStorage:

Always store your unit in the provided pouch when not in use to prevent scratches to the front window.

Cleaning:

Rinse the window thoroughly with water to remove grit before wiping or polishing.

strokecoach strapCarry Strap:

Install the carry strap provided by threading it through the slot on the bottom of the unit and tying.