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  • Page 1 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console...
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  • Page 4 P/N 303135-112 rev C Copyright © May 2014 Precor Incorporated. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice. This document applies to Preva version 4.0 and P80 console software version 4.0. Trademark Note Precor, AMT, EFX, and Preva are registered trademarks of Precor Incorporated.
  • Page 5 Preva Business Suite, the accompanying printed materials, any copies of such software, and all data collected via the Preva Business Suite, are exclusively owned by Precor or its suppliers, as the case may be. Precor is widely recognized for its innovative, award-winning designs of exercise equipment.

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    Note: This product is intended for commercial use. The display apparatus (hereinafter referred to as the console) is intended to be shipped with new Precor exercise equipment (hereinafter referred to as the base unit). It is not packaged for individual sale.

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Safety Precautions Always follow basic safety precautions when using this equipment to reduce the chance of injury, fire, or damage. Other sections in this manual provide more details of safety features. Be sure to read these sections and observe all safety notices.
  • Page 9 Important Safety Instructions  Care should be taken when mounting or dismounting the equipment. For Treadmills: Do not use typing or web surfing features  while walking at speeds that exceed a slow and relaxed leisurely pace. Always stabilize yourself by holding a stationary handle bar while using typing or web surfing features.
  • Page 10 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console  SPACING—The below minimum spacing recommendations are based on a combination of the ASTM (U.S.) voluntary standards and EN (European) regulations as of October 1, 2012, for access, passage around, and emergency dismount: –...
  • Page 11 350 pounds (160 kg). Use the equipment only for its intended purpose as  described in this manual. Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended by Precor. Such attachments may cause injuries. Do not operate the equipment where aerosol (spray) ...

  • Page 12: Hazardous Materials And Proper Disposal

    The batteries within self-powered equipment contain materials that are considered hazardous to the environment. Federal law requires proper disposal of these batteries. If you plan to dispose of your equipment, contact Precor Commercial Products Customer Support for information regarding battery removal. Refer to Obtaining Service.

  • Page 13: Regulatory Notices For The Rfid Module

    Important Safety Instructions Regulatory Notices for the RFID Module When equipped with a control console as described in this document, this equipment may include a radio-frequency identification (RFID) module. The RFID module has been certified to operate at temperatures between -20°C and 85°C (-4°F and 185°F).
  • Page 14 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Industry Canada This device complies with RSS-210:2007 of the Spectrum Management & Telecommunications Radio Standards Specification. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 15: Regulatory Notices For Cardiovascular Exercise Equipment

    The regulatory information in this section applies to the exercise equipment and its control console. Safety Approvals for Cardiovascular Equipment Precor equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following applicable safety standards. Cardiovascular Type Equipment: CAN/CSA, IEC, EN 60335-1 (Household and similar ...
  • Page 16 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Industry Canada This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. ATTENTION: Haute Tension Débranchez avant de réparer European Applications...

  • Page 17: Electrical Recommendations: 120 V And 240 V Treadmills

    You should have received a power cable that meets your local electrical code requirements along with the equipment. Precor treadmills must be connected to a 20 amp individual branch circuit that can be shared only with one PVS. If you need additional help with the power connections contact your Precor authorized dealer.

  • Page 18: Electrical Recommendations: All Equipment Excluding Treadmills

    Code) guidelines or local region electric codes must be followed. For equipment fitted with a P80 console or Personal Viewing System (PVS) screen a separate power connection is required. For a 20 amp branch circuit up to 10 screens can be connected.

  • Page 19: Table Of Contents

    Equipment Usage ................29 Maintenance (Treadmills Only) ............. 30 System Settings ................... 33 Introducing Users to the P80 Console ........43 Changing the Display Language ............ 44 Using the Touch Heart Rate Feature ..........44 Using a Chest Strap Transmitter ............ 46 Using Different Screen Views ............
  • Page 20 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Beginning Your Workout ............55 Starting a QuickStart™ Workout ............55 Starting a Featured Workout ............56 Starting a Preset Workout ............... 56 Ending a Workout ................58 Introducing Preva® Accounts to Your Users ......63 Maintenance ................

  • Page 21: Getting Started

    Chapter Getting Started The P80 console offers administrators and users the ability to set default settings that meet their specific needs. To accomplish this, the console supports settings for different classes of users depending on their administrative rights. A guest user exercises on a piece of equipment without ...

  • Page 22: Identifying Parts Of The Console

    The following figure provides information about the console keys. The number and actions of the console keys may differ slightly depending on the type of equipment. Figure 4: P80 console keys Table 1. Key descriptions for the P80 console Number Key Name Function Pause Stops the equipment Incline/CrossRamp®...

  • Page 23: Using The Treadmill Safety Clip

    Getting Started Using the Treadmill Safety Clip The treadmill is equipped with three different stop functions, which behave as follows: If the user … Then the And the console … treadmill belt … Pulls on the lanyard Slows to a Shows the words PUSH THE attached to the safety stop...
  • Page 24 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Instruct users on how important it is to use the safety clip while exercising on the treadmill, and demonstrate how they should attach it to their clothing near the waistline. If the restart switch trips during exercise, perform the following steps: Reattach the safety clip if necessary.
  • Page 25 Getting Started Tip: The small, flexible tab underneath the restart switch is designed for storage of the safety clip. When the treadmill is not in use, attach the safety clip to the tab as shown in the following figure. Figure 7: Safety clip storage...

  • Page 26: Treadmill Auto Stop™ (Automatic Stop) Function

    Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Treadmill Auto Stop™ (Automatic Stop) Function Important: The default setting for this feature is ON. An administrator can turn off this feature in the System Settings; however, Precor recommends it remain ON. The Auto Stop™ (Automatic Stop) feature is designed to bring the treadmill to a gradual stop when it is not in use.
  • Page 27 Chapter Configuring the System Settings Use the System mode to configure settings in ways that benefit your users and your facility. The System menu is visible only to administrators and registered service technicians. Changes made to these settings are saved to the fitness equipment.
  • Page 28 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console 2. While holding Pause, press each of the following keys once in the order presented. Referring to the diagram below, press: 1 2 3 4 Channel Up Volume Down Volume Up Channel Down Figure 9: Settings security code 3.

  • Page 29: Configuring The System Settings

    Location Admin/Tech: Entered on console at time of View registration. Modify Release Only Precor service Shows current version and a Bundle technicians can list of past software updates. Version modify this setting. Automatically updates as part of each software upgrade.
  • Page 30 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Setting Access Detail Heartbeat Only Precor service Determines how often the Interval technicians can console communicates with modify this setting. the server. Minimum Only Precor service Minimum number of times Heartbeat technicians can that the console Interval modify this setting.

  • Page 31: Equipment Usage

    Configuring the System Settings Equipment Usage The Equipment Usage settings provide information on individual usage as well as cumulative equipment usage. This information and these settings are accessible only to administrators and registered service technicians. To view the Usage settings: Use the administrator code and password to view the equipment settings.

  • Page 32: Maintenance (Treadmills Only)

    Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Maintenance (Treadmills Only) Experience Series treadmills manufactured after June 2014 include many improvements in design, function, and usability. One of those improvements is the status indicator light at the front of the treadmill hood, which gives a club owner or technician an easy way to check up on the condition of all of their treadmills.
  • Page 33 Pulsing blue The treadmill is due for Perform the needed scheduled maintenance, then reset the maintenance (P80 status light. console only), or the treadmill belt needs to be replaced (except for 230 V models). Steady The treadmill has Refer to the console’s event...
  • Page 34 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console To change the Maintenance settings and view the treadmill’s current status: Use the administrator code and password to view the equipment settings. Note: A text message to the right of the Maintenance command provides additional information about the service the treadmill currently needs.

  • Page 35: System Settings

      Manage Settings Precor recommends that you configure the P80 consoles in your facility by sharing setting files. Configure one P80 console by hand for each type of fitness equipment. For example, configure one treadmill console, one EFX console, one AMT console, and so on.
  • Page 36 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Connectivity Configuring your audio, video, and network infrastructure requires expertise. Precor strongly recommends that you work with a qualified contractor to set up this infrastructure. To view connectivity information: Use the administrator code and password to view the equipment settings.
  • Page 37 Configuring the System Settings Display Use the Display settings to personalize language and time zone settings for your facility. To view and change the Display settings: Use the administrator code and password to view the equipment settings. 2. Touch System Settings, then Display. Table 6.
  • Page 38 2. Touch System Settings, then TV Settings. Channel Configurations To set up the TV channel configurations on the P80 console, scan for available channels and use the Channel Guide to edit their displayed names. Precor recommends that you set up one P80 console per...
  • Page 39 Configuring the System Settings To run an extensive scan: Touch System Settings. 2. On the System Settings menu, touch TV Settings. 3. Touch Extensive Scan. Note: This scan may take up to two hours to complete. 4. Touch On, then OK. 5.
  • Page 40 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console To clear the Channel Guide completely: On the Channel Guide screen, touch Delete All. 2. When asked "Delete All Channels?", verify that you want to proceed, then touch Delete All again. Table 7. TV Settings...
  • Page 41 To edit the file and reload it: Note: You will need a utility called the Precor Channel Editor to open and modify the channel-guide.json file. To obtain a copy of the Precor Channel Editor, along with its user guide and sample files, contact Precor Customer Support (refer to Obtaining Service).
  • Page 42 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Workout Limits The Workout Limit settings give you control over how the equipment is used. Use these settings to create reasonable limitations for equipment usage including speed, incline, resistance, and duration. In general, fitness equipment use is based on its popularity with users and its availability during a site’s busiest times of...
  • Page 43 Precor recommends that you configure the P80 consoles in your facility by sharing settings files. The easiest way to do this is to configure one P80 console by hand for each type of fitness equipment. For example, configure one treadmill console, one EFX console, one AMT console, and so on.
  • Page 44 Important: You must return to the Welcome screen before you remove the USB drive. Once you have exported these settings, remove your USB drive from the console, and insert it into P80 consoles installed on similar equipment types to upload your personalized settings.

  • Page 45: Introducing Users To The P80 Console

    Chapter Introducing Users to the P80 Console The P80 console offers clear visuals and a touch-screen layout that encourages program exploration. Multiple preset workouts are designed to help individual users meet their fitness goals, and the console keys and durable motion controls are responsive and easy to use.

  • Page 46: Changing The Display Language

    Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Changing the Display Language The Welcome screen appears in the default language selected for your region. If you want the display to use a different language for your workout, you can select the language you want. After your workout is complete, the screen will return to the default language.
  • Page 47  If the touch heart rate feature does not work for you, Precor recommends that you use a chest transmitter strap. Figure 12: Heart rate target zones CAUTION: Your heart rate should never exceed 85% of your maximum aerobic heart rate.

  • Page 48: Using A Chest Strap Transmitter

    Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Using a Chest Strap Transmitter WARNING Signals used by the chest strap transmitter (or heart rate strap) may interfere with pacemakers or other implanted devices. Consult your physician and the manufacturers of your chest strap transmitter and implanted device before using a chest strap transmitter.

  • Page 49: Using Different Screen Views

    Introducing Users to the P80 Console Using Different Screen Views Important: Some Preva features are available only at facilities that subscribe to Preva. Contact Precor to update your subscription if needed. During your workout, you can switch between different types of information and entertainment on the console screen.
  • Page 50 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Changing the Media View While you are watching either a TV channel or a video clip, you can always switch to Preva Net to read a web article.The Media View button at the bottom of the screen helps you...

  • Page 51: Using The Workout Progress Panel

    Introducing Users to the P80 Console Using the Workout Progress Panel Use the Workout Progress panel to customize your workout. This is the first panel that displays once you select a workout or touch GO. If you are on the Media panel, there are two ways to return to the Workout Progress panel.

  • Page 52: Using The Media Panel

    Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Using the Media Panel The Now Playing Media panel displays available media sources. Select a media source such as TV, iPod, or on-demand web video, and then use the browsing feature to listen to that media while you browse Preva Net.
  • Page 53 Introducing Users to the P80 Console Connecting and Using Your iPod® You can listen to your favorite music and control your iPod directly from the console. To connect your iPod: Insert the iPod into the connector at the top of the console and place your iPod securely in the pocket provided.

  • Page 54: Watching On-Demand Web Videos

    Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Watching On-Demand Web Videos While you work out, you can browse through a variety of fitness, music, and entertainment videos selected for you by the fitness facility and Precor. To watch on-demand web videos during your workout: Touch the Media icon at the bottom of the console screen.

  • Page 55: Using The Preva Net Panel

    Internet browser access. You can enable or disable this function in your facility system settings. Important: Some Preva features are available only at facilities that subscribe to Preva. Contact Precor to update your subscription if needed. To open Preva Net: On the Welcome screen, touch Workouts or QuickStart to begin a workout.
  • Page 56 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console 3. On the Preva Net panel, select an option. Table 11. Preva Net panel Button Action Featured Displays feeds of specific interest during a workout. Preva Displays feeds selected by the management of your Feeds facility.

  • Page 57: Beginning Your Workout

    CAUTION: If you are using a treadmill, be sure to attach the security clip to your clothing before starting your workout. The P80 console offers many different workout options. The following sections explain the type of workouts available and how to get started using them.

  • Page 58: Starting A Featured Workout

    Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Starting a Featured Workout The Featured Workout appears in a panel on the Welcome Screen. Use Featured Workouts to explore the fitness benefits of preset programs and to add variety to your workout. To begin a Featured Workout, touch Go on the Featured Workout panel.
  • Page 59 Beginning Your Workout 4. Anytime during a workout, you can touch Pause. When touched, the workout pauses and you can choose to Resume or Finish your workout. To continue your workout, touch Resume. If you choose to finish a workout, the Workout Summary screen displays your workout status for that session.

  • Page 60: Ending A Workout

    Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Ending a Workout Some preset workouts have a five minute cool down period added to the end of the workout. . Cooling down is an important aspect of your workout because it helps reduce muscle stiffness and soreness by transporting excess lactic acid out of the working muscles.
  • Page 61 Beginning Your Workout Table 13. Examples of Personal Information settings Setting Setting Default Access Detail Options Value Over 85 Admin/ Enter age as a value • Tech: or a range. 75 - 84 • None 65 - 74 • 55 - 64 •...
  • Page 62 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Adjusting the Workout Intensity To adjust the equipment incline, speed, and/or resistance, use the motion controls located just below the console keys. Figure 18: Motion controls Adjust the motion controls, upward or downward, to change the incline, speed, or resistance.
  • Page 63 Beginning Your Workout Viewing Your Workout Status While Exercising The Status Bar contains status measurements and is visible across the top of the viewing screen. Information displayed in the Status Bar helps you measure how your body is responding to the exercise session. The default status measurements displayed are: Total Distance ...
  • Page 64 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Scoring Your Fitness Workout This information helps you interpret your score for the Test Your Fitness workout. The score for this test is determined by this formula: Rate of oxygen (O ) consumption, in ml per minute, modified for the user’s maximum heart rate (220 - age), divided by the user’s...

  • Page 65: Introducing Preva® Accounts To Your Users

    Beginning Your Workout Introducing Preva® Accounts to Your Users Important: Some Preva features are available only at facilities that subscribe to Preva. Contact Precor to update your subscription if needed. Creating a Preva Account Preva is a personalized fitness experience specifically designed and built to help your users achieve their goals.
  • Page 66 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Next time you sign in on Preva-equipped fitness equipment, your Preva account information will load and you can begin your workout immediately. In addition, the Sign In key on the Welcome screen becomes a Favorites key. Use this function to save your favorite workouts so you can use them again at another time.
  • Page 67 Beginning Your Workout Creating a Goal Important: Some Preva features are available only at facilities that subscribe to Preva. Contact Precor to update your subscription if needed. Use the Weekly Goal panel to create a workout goal. When you set up your goal, you commit to: A target value (distance, duration, or calories) for each ...
  • Page 68 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console 4. Enter the values required to meet your fitness goal, then touch Next. Table 16. Target Values Target Minimum and Maximum Values Default Distance Maximum - 50 miles / 80 km 3 miles/ Minimum - 1 mile / 1 km...
  • Page 69 Beginning Your Workout Tracking Your Progress Toward Your Goal Use the Weekly Goal panel to update your weekly goal, track your progress, and view your lifetime totals. The Goal Compass is a graphic summary of your weekly progress toward your goal. Figure 20: Weekly Goal progress...
  • Page 70 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Table 18. Interpreting the Weekly Progress Panel Number Setting Definition This Week’s Days remaining to reach your goal. A Progress workout week begins on Monday and ends on Sunday. When you set up your goal, you commit to...
  • Page 71 Beginning Your Workout Number Setting Definition Target The target marker shows how much Marker exercise you committed to completing in (blue) each workout to reach your weekly goal. Suggested If you are off pace for the week, the Target Suggested Target Marker shows how much Marker additional exercise you should complete in (yellow)
  • Page 72 Operating and Maintaining the P80 Console Preva Tokens Once you create a Preva account on a P80 console, you can use a Preva token to sign into that personal account. Contact Precor for more information on Preva tokens. To sign into your personal account, hold your Preva token to the token icon in the upper right corner of the console.

  • Page 73: Maintenance

    Cleaning the Console and Display The console and screen require little maintenance once installed. Precor recommends that you clean the console and screen before and after each exercise session. To remove dust and dirt from the console: Wipe all exposed surfaces with a soft cloth that you have ...

  • Page 74: Changing The Belt (Amt Only)

    Material Safety Data Sheet and product label. Important: Do not use any acidic cleaners. Doing so will weaken the paint or powder coatings and void the Precor Limited Warranty. Never pour water or spray liquids directly on the console or console’s screen.
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  • Page 76 P80 Getting Started Guide 303135-112 rev C Precor Incorporated May 2014 20031 142nd Avenue NE P.O. Box 7202 Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002...
  • Page 77 Before you connect any cables to the console, make sure that the equipment is not Equipment Verification Steps connected to any external power source. Use the following checklist to set up and configure the P80 console. For more information, refer to Operating and Maintaining the P80 Cable...
  • Page 78 Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes...
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  • Page 80 Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes...
  • Page 81 Preva Business Suite, the accompanying printed materials, any copies of such software, and all data collected via the Preva Business Suite, are exclusively owned by Precor or its suppliers, as the case may be. Precor is widely recognized for its innovative, award-winning designs of exercise equipment.
  • Page 82 Note: This product is intended for commercial use. The display apparatus (hereinafter referred to as the console) is intended to be shipped with new Precor exercise equipment (hereinafter referred to as the base unit). It is not packaged for individual sale.
  • Page 83 Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Safety Precautions Always follow basic safety precautions when using this equipment to reduce the chance of injury, fire, or damage. Other sections in this manual provide more details of safety features. Be sure to read these sections and observe all safety notices.
  • Page 84 Important Safety Instructions  Care should be taken when mounting or dismounting the equipment.  For Treadmills: Do not use typing or web surfing features while walking at speeds that exceed a slow and relaxed leisurely pace. Always stabilize yourself by holding a stationary handle bar while using typing or web surfing features.
  • Page 85 Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes  SPACING—The below minimum spacing recommendations are based on a combination of the ASTM (U.S.) voluntary standards and EN (European) regulations as of October 1, 2012, for access, passage around, and emergency dismount: –...
  • Page 86 350 pounds (160 kg).  Use the equipment only for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended by Precor. Such attachments may cause injuries.  Do not operate the equipment where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

  • Page 87: Educating Users

    The batteries within self-powered equipment contain materials that are considered hazardous to the environment. Federal law requires proper disposal of these batteries. If you plan to dispose of your equipment, contact Precor Commercial Products Customer Support for information regarding battery removal. Refer to Obtaining Service.
  • Page 88 Important Safety Instructions Regulatory Notices for the RFID Module When equipped with a control console as described in this document, this equipment may include a radio-frequency identification (RFID) module. The RFID module has been certified to operate at temperatures between -20°C and 85°C (-4°F and 185°F).
  • Page 89 Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Industry Canada This device complies with RSS-210:2007 of the Spectrum Management & Telecommunications Radio Standards Specification. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 90 Exercise Equipment The regulatory information in this section applies to the exercise equipment and its control console. Safety Approvals for Cardiovascular Equipment Precor equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following applicable safety standards. Cardiovascular Type Equipment: ...
  • Page 91 CE compliance is claimed to the following directives:  2004/108/EC EMC Directive  2006/95/EC LVD Directive  2002/95/EC RoHS Directive Directive compliance has been verified to the following standards:  EN 55022  EN 55024  EN 60335-1  EN 60065 (P80 and PVS)
  • Page 92 Code) guidelines or local region electric codes must be followed. For equipment fitted with a P80 console or Personal Viewing System (PVS) screen a separate power connection is required. For a 20 amp branch circuit up to 10 screens can be connected.

  • Page 93: Obtaining Updated Documentation

    Do not attempt to service the equipment except for maintenance tasks. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. For more information regarding customer support numbers or a list of Precor authorized service centers, visit the Precor web site at http://www.precor.com. Obtaining Updated Documentation Current Precor product documentation is available at http://www.precor.com/productmanuals.
  • Page 94 Making Sure the Unit Is Stable ............26 Breaking In the Equipment ............... 26 Installing the Console ............... 27 Threading the Console Cable Assembly (P80) ......28 Connecting Cables (P80) ..............30 Completing the Console Installation (P80) ......... 37 Threading the Console Cable Assembly (P30 and P10) ..38 Connecting Cables (P30 and P10) ..........
  • Page 95 Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Maintenance ................45 Daily Cleaning ..................45 Daily Inspection .................. 46 Quarterly Maintenance ..............47 Storing the Chest Strap ..............47 Moving the Equipment ..............48 Long-Term Storage ................48 Self-Powered Features .............. 49 Informational Displays Prior to Shutdown ........

  • Page 96: Equipment

     Assemble the equipment according to the guidelines in this manual to ensure you do not void the Precor Limited Warranty. Important: Any damage caused during installation is not covered by the Precor Limited Warranty.

  • Page 97: Unpacking The Equipment

    Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Unpacking the Equipment The shipping container for Precision Series exercise bikes consists of the following items:  Wooden pallet  Cardboard base  Cardboard cover WARNING Do not attempt to move the equipment off of the pallet by yourself.

  • Page 98: Hardware Kit (Not To Scale)

    Assembling the Exercise Bike Hardware Kit (not to scale) Before you begin the assembly, verify that the following hardware items are packed with the equipment. Fasteners Quantity ⁵ ₁₆-inch x ³ ₄-inch sockethead screw ¹ ₄-inch x ⁵ ₈-inch flathead machine screw ⁵...

  • Page 99: Attaching The Seat Back And Bottle Holder

    Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Attaching the Seat Back and Bottle Holder While the equipment is in use, the seat back flexes to support users of different shapes and sizes. Underneath the seat back, the bottle holder accommodates both left-handed and right-handed users.

  • Page 100: Installing The Upright Support And Cables

    Do not attempt to connect electrical power until all assembly procedures are complete and the console is properly installed. For P80 consoles, retrieve the cables for the console that you plan to install on this exercise bike. The cables are packed with the console.
  • Page 101 Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes 3. Remove the three #10 x 1-inch self-tapping screws holding the rear cover in place, then lift it off. Figure 4: Rear cover removal 4. Remove the three #10 x 1-inch self-tapping screws holding the left side cover in place, then pull the cover away from the body assembly.
  • Page 102 To install the upright support and prepare the cables for connection to the console: Remove the nut and washer from one end of the F-type coaxial coupler packed with the P80 console. Insert that end of the coupler through the round opening in the jack panel.
  • Page 103 Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes 9. Slide the support into position so that its screw holes line up with the corresponding holes on the body assembly, as shown in the following illustration. Note: If the support is positioned correctly, it rests on a metal tab in the upright support channel.
  • Page 104 Assembling the Exercise Bike 10. Insert the two upright support mounting screws through the openings on the support and into the screw holes on the body assembly. Tighten the mounting screws completely using a ³ ₈-inch hex wrench. Figure 7: Bolting the upright support into place Important: In the following two steps, be extremely careful not to trap or pinch any of the cables between the bike frame and any of the covers.

  • Page 105: Making Sure The Unit Is Stable

    When you are finished adjusting the unit, place the unit on the floor and recheck that it is level. Breaking In the Equipment Precor equipment does not require an actual break-in period. However, moving components such as belts, gears, and bearings can settle while the equipment is being stored or shipped.

  • Page 106: Installing The Console

    Chapter Installing the Console To make installation easier, all Precor Experience Series consoles use the same mounting hardware and connector locations whenever possible. The installation sequence for any of them is as follows:  Threading the console cable assembly ...

  • Page 107: Threading The Console Cable Assembly (P80)

    To remove the cover, use your fingernails to pry the lower edge loose, then swing the cover up and out as shown in the following illustration. Figure 8: Removing the access cover from the P80 console...
  • Page 108 Installing the Console To thread the console cable assembly: Make sure that as much of each cable as possible passes through the opening in the middle of the console mount on the base unit. 2. Position the console over the console mount. 3.

  • Page 109: Connecting Cables (P80)

    Refer to the following diagram and table to identify the cables and connectors. Important: All cables must pass through the opening in the center of the console mount. Figure 10: Cable connections, P80 console...
  • Page 110 Installing the Console Table 1. P80 internal cable connections Cable Connector Type Circuit Connector Location Ethernet (LAN) Eight-contact modular, on round black cable TV in F-type coaxial Power Two-contact plug, polarized and latched Data from base unit Eight-contact modular, on flat gray cable...
  • Page 111 Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Connecting the Television Cable The console’s television tuner is mounted inside the console’s back plate. The tuner includes a short cable adapter that allows the television cable to be connected outside the back plate.
  • Page 112 Installing the Console The following illustration shows how the cable is positioned once it is installed. Figure 11: Connecting the television cable...
  • Page 113 Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Connecting the Ethernet and Base Unit Data Cables Both the Ethernet and base unit data cables pass through the cutaway opening at the upper right corner of the back plate and connect to nearby modular jacks in the console. Because of this, it is important to exercise caution when connecting the cables.
  • Page 114 Installing the Console Connecting the Heart Rate Sensor Cable The heart rate sensor cable passes through the cutaway opening at the upper left corner of the back plate, then down to the small circuit board at the lower left of the console. The following illustration shows how the cable should look once it is installed.
  • Page 115 Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Connecting the Power Cable Route the power cable through the cutaway opening at the upper left corner of the back plate. In the nearby opening within the steel console framework, locate the socket that matches the power cable plug and connect the power cable to it.

  • Page 116: Completing The Console Installation (P80)

    Installing the Console Completing the Console Installation (P80) Before you complete the final installation steps, double-check the connections you have made. Make sure that all cables are fully and securely connected, and that any unneeded cables are tied back properly.

  • Page 117: Threading The Console Cable Assembly (P30 And P10)

    Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Threading the Console Cable Assembly (P30 and P10) Earlier in the installation, you threaded the necessary cables through the frame of the base unit and out the passthrough opening in the console mount. As you line up the back plate on the console with the console mount, you must make sure that the console cable assembly passes correctly through the openings in both components.
  • Page 118 Installing the Console 3. Rest the console on the console mount so that the notch on the bottom of the console’s back plate rests on the rectangular hook at the bottom of the console mount, as shown in the following figure. Figure 15: Console positioning on base unit 4.

  • Page 119: Connecting Cables (P30 And P10)

    Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Connecting Cables (P30 and P10) Important: Pass all cables through the semicircular opening just above the console mount, as shown in the following figure. Do not attempt to route any cables through other openings or through the steel channel above the mount.
  • Page 120 Installing the Console Important: All cables must pass through the opening in the center of the console mount. Figure 17: Cable connections, P30 and P10 consoles...
  • Page 121 Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Table 2. P30 and P10 internal cable connections Cable Connector Type Circuit Connector Location Safety key (treadmills Six-contact strip, keyed only) Automatic stop sensor Four-contact strip, (treadmills only) keyed Data from base unit Eight-contact modular, on flat gray cable Heart rate sensors...

  • Page 122: Completing The Console Installation (P30 And P10)

    Installing the Console Completing the Console Installation (P30 and P10) Before you complete the final installation steps, double-check the connections you have made. Make sure that all cables are fully and securely connected, and that any unneeded cables are tied back properly. To complete the installation: Feed extra cable back into the neck tube.

  • Page 123: Verifying That The Heart Rate Display Is Operational

    Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Verifying That the Heart Rate Display Is Operational To verify that the heart rate display is operational: Begin exercising on the equipment. 2. Grasp both touch-sensitive handlebars. Note: The heart rate is read within ten seconds. During that time, the heart on the display flashes.

  • Page 124: Maintenance

    To keep the equipment functioning properly, perform the minor maintenance tasks in this section at the intervals shown on the maintenance checklist. Failure to maintain the equipment as described in this section could void the Precor Limited Warranty. DANGER To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always...

  • Page 125: Daily Inspection

    CAUTION: Read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions, particularly dilution instructions, before using any cleaner on Precor fitness equipment. Do not use concentrated cleaners at full strength, or acidic cleaners of any kind; such cleaners weaken the protective finish on the equipment and void the Precor Limited Warranty.

  • Page 126: Quarterly Maintenance

    Maintenance Quarterly Maintenance Precor recommends that you clean and inspect the equipment more thoroughly once every three months. To perform quarterly maintenance: Remove the cover panels. 2. Vacuum out any debris, being careful not to bring the vacuum cleaner nozzle too close to any circuit board (unless your vacuum cleaner is protected against static buildup).

  • Page 127: Moving The Equipment

    Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Moving the Equipment The equipment is very heavy. If you plan to move it to a new location, obtain the help of an adult assistant and use proper lifting techniques. If the equipment includes roller wheels on one end, use the wheels to reduce the load on yourself and your assistant.

  • Page 128: Self-Powered Features

    AC power. This includes units equipped with P30 or P10 consoles. However, P80 consoles must be connected to AC power through their power supplies to operate. For this reason, this chapter does not apply to units equipped with P80 consoles.

  • Page 129: Informational Displays Prior To Shutdown

    Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Informational Displays Prior to Shutdown The equipment saves its battery charge by moving into a shutdown mode. If the user does not maintain the minimum rate of motion, a 30-second shutdown process begins. In this mode, the console displays a countdown indicator and ignores all keypresses.

  • Page 130: Using The Optional Power Adapter

    Precor Limited Warranty. For more information, refer to Obtaining Service. Important: If this equipment includes a P80 console, the optional power adapter and the internal cable kit must still be installed to provide continuous power to the base unit and support its internal battery.

  • Page 131: Replacing The Battery

    Assembling and Maintaining RBK 800-Series Recumbent Exercise Bikes Replacing the Battery The equipment’s battery is built to last for a long time. However, if you feel that the battery may need replacing, check with an authorized service technician. Refer to Obtaining Service.
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  • Page 133 Precor Incorporated RBK 800-Series PAG/OM 300716-301 rev F, en 20031 142nd Avenue NE August 2014 P.O. Box 7202 Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002...

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