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Precor C966 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Commercial Treadmill Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the C966 treadmill, always follow basic precautions, including the following: • To ensure your safety and to protect the unit, read all the instructions before assem- bling and using the treadmill.

  • Page 3: Safety Approval

    CAN/CSA-E-335-1/3-94, Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS The C966 treadmill must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding pro- vides a path of least resistance for electric current which reduces the risk of electrical shock.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Viewing the Odometer, Hours of Use, Software Version, Error Log, and Serial Number ... 24 Using CSAFE Standard Equipment ... 25 The C966 Display ...26 Features on the Display Console ... 26 Top Display Windows ... 27 Upper Display ... 27 Center Display ...
  • Page 5 Cleaning the Equipment ... 45 Aligning the Running Belt ... 46 ® Storing the POLAR Chest Strap ... 47 Servicing the Treadmill ... 47 Long Term Storage ... 47 Exploded Views ... 48 Warranty Registration ... 54 Specifications ... back cover...

  • Page 6: Radio Frequency Interference (Rfi)

    EEC, Electromagnetic Compatibility and has been tested to the following standards: EN55022, Limits & Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference, Information Tech- nology Equipment (Class A). Per the standard, the treadmill is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user is responsible to take adequate measures to alleviate the interference.

  • Page 7: Obtaining Service

    The serial number can be found on the shipping container or on the label near the power receptacle. If you have any questions regarding the treadmill, use the model and serial numbers whenever you call a Precor dealer or Precor Customer Support.

  • Page 8: Unpacking The Treadmill

    POLAR ® chest strap. • Long handrails. If you are interested in obtaining Precor option kits for your unit, check with your dealer. For customer support, see Obtaining Service on page 7. page 8 ❑ Hardware kit ❑ Owner’s Manual ❑...

  • Page 9: Hardware Kit

    -inch hex key — adjust running belt Hardware kit (not shown to scale). Diagram 2 Note: After assembling the treadmill, be sure to store the hex keys in a secure place. The tools are used for specific maintenance procedures that are described in this manual.

  • Page 10: Setting Up The Treadmill

    Fill out and mail the limited warranty card. The serial number can be found on the shipping container or on the label near the power receptacle. Write the serial number onto the Precor limited warranty card found on the back cover of this manual and in the Obtaining Service section on page 7.
  • Page 11 To avoid injury to yourself or damage to the unit, ask for help in maneuvering the treadmill. Diagram 4 Remove the hood. Hood 4. Remove the hood. Diagram 4. Gently, lift the hood off the treadmill and set it aside. page 11...
  • Page 12 Diagram 5 Remove the shipping fasteners from the left side front panel. Shipping fasteners found on left and right sides of the front panel. Left side mounting bracket 5. Attach the left side upright support. Diagram 5. Take the following steps. a.
  • Page 13 CAUTION: To avoid damage to the display cable, read the following steps carefully. Damage to the cable due to improper assembly is not covered by the Precor limited warranty. 6. Secure the display console to the left upright support. Diagram 7. Remove any tape or wire ties that secure the display cable.
  • Page 14 Diagram 9 Route the cable. Right upright support Display cable Base frame Base mounting bracket Right upright support Bracket hole Lower board b. Route the display cable through the right upright support. Ask an assistant to hold the upright support close to the right side mounting bracket. Route the cable through the upright support (see Diagram 9, #1) and pull it out of the large hole on the side of the support near its base.
  • Page 15 Diagram 11 Secure the right upright support. Screws (D), washers (E), and barrel spacers (F) Tighten so that the upright is secure, but leave room for adjustments. Front panel Shipping fasteners with washers (B) 8. Secure the right side upright support. Diagram 11. Obtain two long sockethead screws (D), washers (E) and barrel spacers (F) from the Hardware kit.
  • Page 16 (93 cm). It will not fit through a standard 32-inch doorway. 11. Attach the handrails. Diagram 13. For ease of assembly, place the side rails or adjustable rear feet on blocks. Obtain assistance to lift the treadmill. Do not place blocks beneath the running bed.
  • Page 17 13. Tighten all mounting screws with the hex keys provided. Diagram 15. Start at the front of the treadmill with the four screws that attach the upright supports to the front panel. Tightening these screws first helps pull the rest of the treadmill’s parts into alignment.
  • Page 18 Use a bubble level as shown in Diagram 16 to verify that the running deck is level. If the treadmill is placed on a slightly, uneven surface, adjusting the rear feet can help, but will not compensate for extremely uneven surfaces.
  • Page 19 15. Connect the power cord. Make sure that the ON/OFF (I/O) power switch, located on the front panel of the treadmill, is placed in the OFF (O) position and then, take the following steps. a. Remove the power cord from its packing material.

  • Page 20: Turning The Unit On And Off

    1. The treadmill has adjustable rear feet. Check to make sure that the running surface is level. Refer to step 14, Diagram 16. 2. Locate the I/O switch at the front of the treadmill and turn the unit ON. 3. Stand beside the treadmill and press QuickStart. The running belt starts automatically after the message, “...

  • Page 21: Club Information

    • connect to CSAFE compatible devices Note: If your customers are interested in the learning more about the C966 tread- mill, you may wish to direct them to the manual available on Precor’s web site (www.precor.com). (The manual that appears on the web site does not contain the information found in this section.)

  • Page 22: Selecting The Language

    Within 1/2 second, begin pressing the key sequences. If the system does not detect a key press (within 1/2 second) after Stop, it resets to the Precor banner. The display console keys that you need to press to change the language, select...

  • Page 23: Determining The Club Speed Limit

    SETTING A PAUSE TIME LIMIT Setting a Pause time limit is useful because the treadmill returns to the Precor banner at a selected interval after the Stop key is pressed whether the user planned to return or not.

  • Page 24: Removing Or Providing A Fitness Test

    REMOVING OR PROVIDING A FITNESS TEST The Fitness Test is “enabled” at the factory (course number 16), so if you wish to remove the option from the user’s choice of programs on the C966, you need to “disable” the Fitness Test.

  • Page 25: Using Csafe Standard Equipment

    Start at the Precor banner and press the Stop button or Reset key. Then, within 1/2 second, initiate the following key sequence. Speed ▲, Speed ▼ The field name Odometer appears briefly and then the odometer value (the cumula- tive distance users have travelled) appears in miles or kilometers.

  • Page 26: The C966 Display

    The C966 Display The C966 is designed so users can work out with minimal instruction or training. The directions on the console and the prompts on the display will guide a user through the entire workout session. Before the treadmill is used, however, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with it so you can instruct your customers to use it safely and effectively.

  • Page 27: Top Display Windows

    UPPER DISPLAY The Precor banner and course profiles appear in the large center display (LED matrix). Always start a workout at the Precor banner. During workouts, the course profile appears in the center display and corresponds to the program you selected.
  • Page 28 INCLINE: Displays the percent of incline during your workout. The Incline ▲ and ▼ keys affect the treadmill’s lift and let you set an incline between -3% and 15%. The values displayed can change (in 0.5% increments). You can also use the numeric keys to designate the incline, once the course has begun.

  • Page 29: Keys On The Display Console

    KEYS ON THE DISPLAY CONSOLE The Precor treadmills have an easy-to-use keypad that is activated by the slightest touch. Remind users that they only need to apply gentle pressure to these ultra- sensitive keys. Each key on the display console’s keypad provides specific functions. Numeric keys (numbered 1 - 0) let you enter data in answer to the display prompts and change the speed or incline during a workout.
  • Page 30 To resume a workout, the Speed ▲ must be pressed. If no key press is detected and the Pause time limit elapses, the display returns to the Precor banner. A default time limit of 2 minutes exists or a “Pause time limit” can be set by the club, refer to Club Information on page 21.
  • Page 31 Eventually, the two meet at the target speed. Another feature of the Speed ▼▲ keys lets you review the treadmill’s speed and pace any time during your workout. If SPEED and/or PACE is not one of the chosen features being displayed, you can view the speed of the running belt and your pace by lightly touching the Speed ▼...
  • Page 32 The QuickStart key can be pressed any time during the Setup prompts. Default values apply after that point. See the table below: Press QuickStart at the,... Precor banner Course prompt Workout Time prompt Distance Goal prompt Calorie Goal prompt Weight prompt Age prompt ENTER: Workout specific prompts need to be answered and “entered”...

  • Page 33: Exercising On The Treadmill

    Exercising on the Treadmill Once the C966 is set up, it is ready to use. There are no complex instructions to follow or mandatory programming steps required to operate the treadmill. The easy- to-understand prompts let you select a course and specify how long you want to work out.
  • Page 34 TIME display shows the accumulated workout time including warm-up and cool down periods.) You are given 2 minutes to review your workout statistics before the display automatically resets to the Precor banner. You can also press Reset, to return to the Precor banner. page 34...

  • Page 35: Quick Steps To Working Out

    QUICK STEPS TO WORKING OUT The steps to working out on the C966 are listed below. A short explanation appears on the left with the more thorough description following on the right. CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, obtain a complete physical examination from your physician.

  • Page 36: Cooling Down After A Workout

    You are given 2 minutes to review your work- out statistics before the display automatically resets to the Precor banner. You can also press Reset, to return to the Precor banner. step down from the treadmill.

  • Page 37: Courses

    • Custom courses • Random course • Weight Loss course Note: To choose a course, begin at the Precor banner and press Enter. User- friendly prompts guide you through the course selections. Refer to Quick Steps to Working Out on page 35.
  • Page 38 Diagram 23 HEART RATE TARGET ZONES Target Zones. 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 For the ideal “weight loss” range, your heart rate should be between 55% and 70% of your maximum aerobic heart rate. It should never exceed 85% of your maximum aerobic heart rate or go above your target zone.

  • Page 39: Manual Mode And The Quickstart Key

    TRACK COURSE The C966 Track course presents an oval as the course profile. The “lap” count ap- pears on the inside of the oval and a blinking segment indicates your position on the track. One loop around the track represents 440 yards (0.25 miles) or 400 meters.

  • Page 40: 5K Course

    Incline ▲▼ keys or the numeric keys. INTERVAL COURSE The three interval courses on the C966 let you select the rest and work intervals according to your training regimen. In the 1-3 interval course, each rest interval is followed by 3 work intervals.

  • Page 41: Custom Courses

    Note: The Fitness Test is “enabled” at the factory (course number 16), however the club can remove it from the choice of courses on the C966. If Custom Course 2 appears as course number 16, the Fitness Test has been disabled by the club and is no longer available to the user.

  • Page 42: Random Course

    (bpm) of the selected target. Blinking lights on the SmartRate graph appear to show the “zone” that you are in. Note: For the C966 to detect a heart rate, the user must wear the POLAR strap or hold onto the touch-sensitive grips on the handrail. The POLAR strap is optional equipment that can be purchased from your dealer.

  • Page 43: Weight Loss Course

    The rest interval’s target heart rate is preset to 55% of (220 - your age), while the work interval is preset to 70% of (220 - your age). The C966 automatically adjusts the incline of the treadmill and maintains your heart rate settings while in the rest or work intervals.

  • Page 44: Goal-Based Courses

    Note: The speed remains constant, if you were at or below 0.5 mph (1.0 kph). GOAL-BASED COURSES These C966 courses (Distance Goal and Calorie Goal) are similar to the Manual course except that the user’s position and course duration are based on a “distance”...

  • Page 45: Maintenance

    Maintenance The C966 is built to withstand the rigors of the health club environment. However, as club manager or owner, you are responsible for cleaning and maintaining the unit’s integrity. If you fail to maintain the treadmill as described below, it could affect or void the Precor limited warranty.

  • Page 46: Aligning The Running Belt

    Realigning the belt takes a few simple adjustments. If you are unsure about this procedure, call Precor Customer Support (see Obtaining Service on page 7.) Take the following steps to align the running belt on the treadmill. To ensure your safety, make all adjustments while the treadmill is OFF.

  • Page 47: Storing The Polar Chest Strap

    32 degrees Fahrenheit. LONG TERM STORAGE When the treadmill is not in use for any length of time, turn it OFF. Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet and is positioned so that it will not become damaged or interfere with other equipment or people.
  • Page 53 We are confident that you will be pleased with your purchase and that your new Precor equipment will help satisfy your customers’ fitness needs, while helping you meet your business goals. To allow us to serve you better, please take a few moments to complete and return your warranty registration.
  • Page 54 ❑ Ellipticals What other brands of cardio equipment do you currently offer (check all that apply): ❑ Life Fitness ❑ True What other Precor equipment do you currently offer (check all that apply): ❑ EFX ❑ Cycle ® ❑ Treadmill ❑...
  • Page 55 To claim under this warranty, the buyer must notify Precor or your authorized Precor dealer within 30 days after the date of discovery of any nonconformity and make the affected product available for inspection by Precor or its service representative.

  • Page 56: Warranty Registration

    U.S. and foreign patents for both the mechanical construction and the visual aspects of its product design. Any party contemplating the use of Precor’s product designs is hereby forewarned that Precor considers the unauthorized appropriation of its proprietary rights to be a very serious matter.

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