Dynamic broken, foot movement blocked

[Fred H]

I have a very well used Dynamic RowErg, made in 2013. For the last few weeks there have been occasional something-metal-vibrating noises when I'm rowing. Today the resistance stopped. Now the foot part won't move more than half-way forward and the internal chain seems loose. The shuttle channel seems to have moved elsewhere. I know it's broken and I'm asking for suggestions.

I'm in Rhode Island and I'm willing to pay someone to fix it if there's anyone near me. But I doubt this is so.

What should I take apart and look for to diagnose the problem? Or, is there anything I should read or watch to start me on the right path?

TIA, Fred

[Ombrax]

Welcome to the forum, Fred.

If you don't get much feedback here (there aren't many Dynamic users out there) then I'd definitely give C2 a call - they've always been super-helpful when I've called them with questions.

Good Luck

[Fred H]

Thanks, Ombrax

I called C2 this morning and received a call back. Their technician talked me through the few things I needed to do and I'm confident I will be rowing even better/quieter than than before.

It appears that my problems were three: (1) I hadn't lubricated the chain; (2) the shock cord has weakened so it allows vibration in the retraction; and, (3) the vibration caused the chain to jump off the rear sprocket.

"Super helpful" is the right description.

Best wishes,
Fred