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Precor EFX 5.25 Assembly Manual

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  • Page 1 Assembly Guide ® 5.25 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer...

  • Page 3: Installation Requirements

    When fully tightening, the head of the fastener should be flush with the it was not included with your EFX, please contact your Precor dealer for the product. If it is not, cross-threading has occurred. Do not attempt to rework correct Precor power cord.

  • Page 4: Hardware Kit

    Hardware Kit Fasteners Quantity Fasteners Quantity (A) Hex head screw (M8 x 20 mm) (H) Flat washer (M8) (B) Flat washer (M8) (J) Locknut (M8) (K) Phillips-head screw (M5 x 16 mm) (C) Buttonhead screw (M8 x 12 mm) 2 — 1 —...

  • Page 5: Assembly Steps

    Assembly Steps Important: Read the Installation Requirements before assembling the EFX. Ask your assistant to hold the right stabilizer, which has the cable protruding from both ends, next to the base frame. Connect the base cable. An audible click is heard when the cable is properly attached.
  • Page 6 (D). Partially tighten. CAUTION: Make sure you do not pinch the cables while attaching the console bracket. Any damage caused during installation is not covered by the Precor Limited Warranty. Insert the bottom buttonhead screw (C) with lock washer (D). Partially tighten.
  • Page 7 Attach the right moving handlebar. Slide the handlebar pivot joint onto the stabilizer axle (use a rubber mallet if needed). Secure the handlebar using one hex head screw (E) and one washer (F). Fully tighten. Snap the moveable arm cuff (M) into place and then place a handlebar cap (L) onto the connection.
  • Page 8 Connect the 4-pin connector and the RJ45 to the appropriate receptacles on the back of the display console. An audible click is heard when the cable is properly attached. Place the excess cable into the console bracket. Connect the green grounding wire to the middle receptacle marked GND.
  • Page 9 Instructions in the owner’s manual. Turn the unit On. Use the power switch to turn the unit On. Check that the Precor banner appears on the display. If the display remains blank, cycle the power. If the display continues to remain blank, check the cable connections.
  • Page 10 Notes: EFX5.25 Elliptical Fitness CrossTrainer Assembly Guide...
  • Page 12 Precor Incorporated ©2015 Precor Incorporated 20031 142nd Avenue NE www.precor.com P.O. Box 7202 EFX 5.25 AG 300086-341, en Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002 13 March 2015 1-800-347-4404...
  • Page 13 Important: Do not use the Total Body feature until you are • If you feel pain, faintness, or dizziness, stop exercising immediately. comfortable with the movement of the EFX 5.25. 5. Press QUICKSTART and the Manual Program begins. An exercise ...
  • Page 14 If the touch heart rate feature does not work for you, If you are a beginner, start a cardio-conditioning program Precor recommends that you use a chest transmitter Note: To receive an accurate reading, the strap needs to to slowly adjust your body to a comfortable level of strap.
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  • Page 17: Important Safety Instructions

    Do not leave included with your EFX, please contact your Precor children unsupervised around the equipment. dealer for the correct Precor power cord. For a list of • Make sure all users wear proper exercise clothing and...
  • Page 18 Use the equipment only for its intended purpose as treadmill, and at least 80 inches (2 meters) away described in this manual. Do not use accessory from objects behind the treadmill. attachments that are not recommended by Precor. Such attachments may cause injuries. Owner’s Manual: Important Safety Instructions...

  • Page 19: Grounding Instructions

    EFX, please contact your Precor • Do not attempt to service the equipment yourself, dealer for the correct Precor power cord. For a list of except to follow the maintenance instructions in this authorized Precor dealers in your area, please contact manual.

  • Page 20: Hazardous Materials And Proper Disposal

    Regulatory Notices for Cardiovascular Exercise Equipment Federal law requires proper disposal of these batteries. If you plan to dispose of your equipment, contact Precor The regulatory information in this section applies to the Commercial Products Customer Support for information exercise equipment and its control console.
  • Page 21 ATTENTION: Haute Tension WARNING Per FCC rules, changes or Débranchez avant de réparer modifications not expressly approved by Precor could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Owner’s Manual: Important Safety Instructions...
  • Page 22 Failure to follow these instructions might damage the unit and will void the Precor Limited Warranty. If an appropriate cord for your location was not included with your EFX, please contact your Precor dealer for the proper Precor power cord.

  • Page 23: Obtaining Service

    For information about product operation or service, see the Precor web site at www.precor.com. For future reference, write the model, serial number, and date of purchase for your unit in the space provided. The serial number is printed on a label located beneath the power receptacle (Figure 1).

  • Page 24: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ......1 Workout Options ..............23 Choosing QUICKSTART ............24 Safety Precautions ..............1 Selecting a Program ..............25 Grounding Instructions .............. 3 Selecting a User Key ...............26 Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal ......4 Cooling Down After a Workout ..........27 Product Recycling and Disposal ..........
  • Page 25 Maintenance ................39 Inspecting the EFX Before Use ..........39 Cleaning the Equipment ............39 Long-Term Storage ..............40 Owner’s Manual: Table of Contents...

  • Page 26: Efx Features

    EFX Features The EFX is equipped with features designed to help you meet your fitness goals. These features include: • Stationary handgrips with heart rate feature • Moving handlebars • Preset programs • Comprehensive resistance settings • Automatic crossramp The Locking Pin Figure 2: Remove locking pin before exercising CAUTION: Always use the locking pin to secure the foot pedals when the EFX is not in use.

  • Page 27: Using The Stationary Handrail

    Using the Stationary Handrail Location To maintain your balance, always grasp a stationary It is important to keep a minimum distance of one foot (30 handrail when you step on or off the foot pedals, and when cm) around the EFX open and free from obstacles such as you use the keypad.

  • Page 28: Heart Rate Features

    Heart Rate Features Important Safety Instructions Note: Handheld heart rate performance may vary based on a user’s physiology, fitness level, age, and other factors. Read the following before using the heart rate or You may experience an erratic readout if your hands are SmartRate features.

  • Page 29: Exercising To Your Target Heart Rate

    Exercising to Your Target Heart Rate Note: If the touch-sensitive heart rate sensors do not work for you, then we recommend that you use a chest transmitter CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, see strap. A chest strap is not included with this model. your physician for a thorough physical examination.

  • Page 30: Using Smartrate

    The SmartRate indicator bars do not appear when: The calculation used to determine your maximum aerobic • You press QUICKSTART at the Precor banner. heart rate is (220 minus your age). When you multiply it by the percent indicated in Table 1, you can understand the •...

  • Page 31: Display Console

    RESET key: Press this key to end your exercise session and CROSSRAMP arrow keys: Use the view your workout summary. Pressing the key a second time, arrow keys to adjust the ramp incline. causes the display to reset to the Precor banner. Owner’s Manual: Display Console...

  • Page 32: More Information About The Upper Display

    More Information about the DISTANCE—Displays an estimate of your cumulative distance travelled in miles or kilometers based on your Upper Display CrossRamp level, resistance level, weight, and caloric expenditure. You can use the DISTANCE display as a unique motivational unit of measurement and realize your fitness goals by varying the elliptical motion of the EFX.

  • Page 33: More Information About The Center Display

    More Information about the PROGRAM PROFILE—In most programs, the CrossRamp setting affects the column height in the program profile as Center Display shown in Figure 7. The profile raises or lowers according to which arrow key is pressed. USER TIME HEART RATE CALORIES DISTANCE...

  • Page 34: More Information About The Lower Display

    More Information about the CROSSRAMP—Displays the incremental motion affected by the ramp position. The CROSSRAMP arrow keys affect Lower Display the lift and let you set a ramp incline between 1 and 8. The value displayed can change in whole number increments. Note: The number that appears on the display indicates USER HEART RATE...

  • Page 35: Keys

    To personalize your exercise session, press a USER key exception of the Weight Loss program), weight, and age. (1 or 2) at the Precor banner. When you choose a USER For more information, refer to Workout Options. key, personal information such as weight and age are reinstated after you select your preferred program.
  • Page 36 Do not allow children or those QUICK unfamiliar with its operation on or near this to the Precor banner. equipment. Read the product owner's manual START or consult a qualified instructor before operating this equipment.

  • Page 37: User Identification

    User Identification On the EFX 5.25, you can set up a user identification key. Setting Up a User This user identification (USER) key enables the EFX to identify you and the information you have stored in the console. Once you configure your USER key, you can...

  • Page 38: Updating User Information

    Updating User Information USER To update user information, take the following steps: 1. At the Precor banner, press and hold a USER key. A welcome greeting scrolls across the display. Continue holding the USER key until USER [1 or 2] SETUP appears on the display.

  • Page 39: Workout Options

    Steps... Know your physician-recommended heart rate target zone. To start exercising Use the QUICKSTART key. 1. Turn the unit On. The Precor banner scrolls across the immediately Refer to Choosing display. QUICKSTART. 2. Hold on to a stationary handrail while stepping on the To view the list of Press the PROGRAMS key.

  • Page 40: Choosing Quickstart

    RESET 2. Maintain a comfortable and consistent stride rate while exercising. 1. While the Precor banner scrolls, press QUICKSTART to begin the Manual Program as a guest user. 3. Use the CROSSRAMP and RESISTANCE arrow keys to adjust the ramp incline and resistance.

  • Page 41: Selecting A Program

    Note: To change a value (program, time, weight, or age) CROSS TRAINER that you have already entered, press RESET to return to INTERVAL the Precor banner. Select a program and again, enter HILL CLIMB the appropriate values. GLUTEALS 4. Hold on to a stationary handrail. The ramp automatically BASIC HRC changes to the CrossRamp setting for your program.

  • Page 42: Selecting A User Key

    Setting Up a User, take the the display, press ENTER. following steps: 4. Begin pedaling. 1. At the Precor banner, press the same USER key you 5. Maintain a comfortable and consistent stride rate while designated in Setting Up a User. exercising.

  • Page 43: Cooling Down After A Workout

    1. Grasp a stationary handrail with one hand. 2. Press RESET to view the workout summary. 3. Press RESET again to return to the Precor banner. Important: Hold on to a stationary handrail. Step off the EFX when the lift has stopped moving.

  • Page 44: Ending A Workout

    Precor banner. Note: The workout statistics include warm-up and cool- down periods. 2. To return to the Precor banner before the workout summary ends, press the RESET key. 3. Turn Off the EFX and lock the foot pedals in place with the locking pin.

  • Page 45: Programs

    The programs available on the EFX are: level, you probably have established goals. The Precor Program Code Program Name web site (www.precor.com) can give you many ideas about fitness workouts and advice from the experts. Manual Several exercise choices on the EFX are pre-programmed...

  • Page 46: Program Tips

    Program Tips Manual Program • Begin at the Precor banner. Refer to Workout Options. The Manual Program (P1) profile begins as a flat line. You • A blinking column indicates your position as you control CrossRamp and progress through a program.

  • Page 47: Weight Loss Program

    Weight Loss Program Fat Burner Program The Weight Loss Program (P2) The Fat Burner Program (P3) is is targeted at lowering body fat targeted at lowering body fat while improving muscle tone while improving muscle tone PROGRAM PROGRAM and conditioning. Use this and conditioning.

  • Page 48: Crosstrainer Program

    CrossTrainer Interval Program Program The Interval Program (P5) is one of the best for conditioning The CrossTrainer Program (P4) your cardiovascular system. has preprogrammed PROGRAM PROGRAM The program raises and lowers CrossRamp settings and an your level of exertion repeatedly for the specified period of initial resistance of 1.

  • Page 49: Hill Climb Program

    Hill Climb Program Gluteals Program The Hill Climb Program (P6) The Gluteals Program (P7) is has preprogrammed designed to exercise your CrossRamp settings in a fixed gluteal muscles. PROGRAM PROGRAM pattern. It is designed to The program consists of alternating forward and backward increase muscle tone, cardio-conditioning, and endurance pedaling movements.

  • Page 50: Heart Rate Program

    RESISTANCE display. selecting a program. These tips provide general • A cool-down period is incorporated into the program. information regarding how the program functions. For more information and exercise suggestions, refer to the Precor web site at www.precor.com. Owner’s Manual: Programs...

  • Page 51: Advanced Programming And Troubleshooting

    Display the number of hours you have used your EFX steps: • View the software versions and part numbers 1. At the Precor banner, press and hold ENTER while • Check the error log pressing the following keys in sequence without pause: In general, you would only access this information if RESET, CROSSRAMP ▼, RESISTANCE ▲...

  • Page 52: Viewing Other Settings

    1. At the Precor banner, press and hold ENTER while pressing the following keys in sequence without pause: 1. At the Precor banner, press and hold the RESET key RESET, CROSSRAMP ▲, RESISTANCE ▼ for at least four seconds to view the error log. The most recent error recorded appears on the lower display.
  • Page 53 You may want to resolve any issues you are experiencing with the EFX before clearing the error log. 5. When you are ready, press RESET to return to the Precor banner. Owner’s Manual: Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting...

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting Heart Rate

    Troubleshooting Heart Rate Table 2. Erratic heart rate readings Table 2 may help you understand and troubleshoot erratic What appears heart rate readings. on the display Cause What to Do Nothing The heart rate To receive Customer Important: A heart rate can only be detected when the receiver is not Support, refer to EFX is turned On and you hold on to both touch-sensitive...

  • Page 55: Cleaning The Equipment

    Use a soft nylon scrub brush to clean know that the EFX needs service. the foot pedals. To order parts or to contact a Precor authorized service provider in your area, refer to Obtaining Service. Owner’s Manual: Maintenance...
  • Page 56 Long-Term Storage When the EFX is not in use for any length of time, turn it Off. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged from its power source and is positioned so that it will not become damaged or interfere with people or other equipment. Owner’s Manual: Maintenance...
  • Page 57 EFX5.25 Elliptical Fitness CrossTrainer Product Specifications Electronic Readouts Length: 77 in (196 cm) % Complete SmartRate* Width: 29 in (74 cm) Average Heart Rate* Strides per Minute Height: 65 in (165 cm) Calories Target Heart Rate Weight: 214 lb(80 kg) CrossRamp Time Power:*...
  • Page 58 Precor aggressively seeks U.S. and foreign patents for both the mechanical construction and the EFX 5.25 OM 300088-341 rev C, en Precor Incorporated visual aspects of its product design. Any party contemplating the use of Precor’s product designs 20031 142nd Ave NE March 2015 is hereby forewarned that Precor considers the unauthorized appropriation of its proprietary rights P.O.

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