Precor M9.1 Owner's Manual
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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual Precision Electronic Treadmill* *Several versions of this owner’s manual exist. This is a copy of the last version published. If the assembly instructions do not coincide with your treadmill, please call Precor Customer Service.
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Close supervision is necessary when the M9.1 or M9.2s is used by, on, or near children, invalids, or disabled persons. • Use the M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended by the manufacturer—such attachments might cause injuries. -
Page 3: Personal Safety
Check the M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill before each use. Completely assemble the treadmill before using it. • Assemble and operate the M9.1 or M9.2s on a solid, level surface. Locate the treadmill at least 4 feet from walls or furniture. Keep the area behind the treadmill clear. •... -
Page 4: Information Regarding International Use
FCC Communications Commission, part 15 The M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill has tested and it complies with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 5: Grounding Instructions
Grounding Instructions The M9.1 or M9.2s Precision Electronic Treadmill must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current which reduces the risk of electrical shock. The treadmill is equipped with a power cord having an equipment- grounding conductor and a grounding plug. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Before You Begin ... 1 Unpacking the Treadmill ... 1 Optional Equipment: Smart Weights ... 1 Setting Up the M9.1 or M9.2s Treadmill... 3 Installation Requirements ... 3 Assembly Instructions ... 3 Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt ... 9 Using the M9.1 or M9.2s Treadmill ... -
Page 7: Before You Begin
On the M9.1, use the easy-to-reach incline crank handle on the console to change incline. On the M9.2s you can change inclines by pressing the INCLINE key on the electronic console. Inclines from 0 to 10 percent are available. - Page 8 Diagram 1 page 2 Hardware kit After unpacking the treadmill, open the hardware kit (refer to Diagram 1) and make sure that you have the following items: (A) Five flanged nuts — for installing the base plate (B) four upper handrail console screws (C) four upper handrail clamp screws (D) one crank handle screw (M9.1 only)
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Page 9: Setting Up The M9.1 Or M9.2S Treadmill
Setting Up the M9.1 or M9.2s Treadmill You do not need any special knowledge or experience to set up the M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill. However, you must carefully review and follow the instructions in this manual. If you do not assemble and use this treadmill according to the following guidelines, you could void the Precor limited warranty. - Page 10 Note — M9.1 owners: Skip steps 7 and 8 if you have an M9.1 treadmill. Continue to step 9. On the M9.2s, clip the tie wrap holding the clevis pin in the elevation tube. Remove the clevis and hitch pins.
- Page 11 Since the connector is designed to engage in one direction only, do not force the connector into the receptacle. 11. Have your assistants help you return the treadmill to an upright position, so that the base is flat on the floor.
- Page 12 16. Hold the electronic console over the handrail clamp to attach the ribbon cable connector into its receptacle. On the M9.1, make sure that you hold the potentiometer cable away from the receptacle as you push the connector into place. See Diagram 5. Align the tab on the ribbon cable connector with its counterpart located on the receptacle and plug the connector into the receptacle using your fingers as shown in Diagram 5.
- Page 13 Install incline crank handle 19. Install the incline crank handle (M9.1 only) onto the lift column shaft as shown in Diagram 7. Align the handle with the flat portion of the shaft end. Insert a screw (D) through the handle and crank shaft and tighten the screw securely with the hex key (G) provided.
- Page 14 Attach lower handrails 23. To mount the lower portion of the handrails to the treadmill, refer to Diagram 10 while taking the following steps: Note: Perform these steps on one side of the treadmill before proceeding to the other side.
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Page 15: Checking The Alignment Of The Running Belt
Important: If you notice that the belt needs alignment, make the adjustments at once. Failure to do so might cause the belt to tear or fray which is not covered by the Precor limited warranty. Press STOP or SPEED until the running belt stops. -
Page 16: Using The M9.1 Or M9.2S Treadmill
10 Using the M9.1 or M9.2s Treadmill As simple as using the M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill might seem, you should read this section so that you can use it safely and effectively. This section provides information about the electronic console features which include the following: •... -
Page 17: Understanding The Electronic Console
At the end of your workout, the total calories burned is displayed. INCLINE: The M9.1 and M9.2s treadmills provide a range of inclines from 1% to 10%. On the M9.1 you have to use the incline crank to adjust the incline. On the M9.2s, you press the INCLINE keys to increase or decrease the incline level of your workout. -
Page 18: Keys On The Electronic Console
OFF: After completing your workout by pressing the STOP key, place the magnetic safety key on the OFF position. This turns OFF the treadmill. Remove the magnetic safety key and store it in a safe place to ensure that children or an unauthorized person will not be able to activate or use the treadmill. -
Page 19: Changing The Display To U.s. Standard Or Metric
Changing the Display to U.S. Standard or Metric The M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill can display speed in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (kph). When the treadmill is shipped from the factory, it is set to display in U.S. Standard units of measure. -
Page 20: Working Out On Your Treadmill
Photo 1 page 14 Working Out on Your Treadmill A variety of exercise options are available on the M9.1 and M9.2s treadmills which are discussed in this section and include: • instructions for exercising on the treadmill •... - Page 21 On the electronic console, place the magnetic safety key in the ACTIVATE position. Walk to the front of the treadmill and turn ON the treadmill using the ON/OFF switch. The safety key must be in the ACTIVATE position before you can turn ON the treadmill.
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Page 22: Changing Incline On The M9.1
To retrieve the previous workout program, simply tap the ENTER key successively three times while the start-up prompt “ENTER WEIGHT” is being displayed. Note that if someone else has exercised on the treadmill after your workout, whatever program he or she used will be the one that is restored from memory. -
Page 23: Using The Manual Course Mode
All of your workout statistics are compiled and displayed on the electronic console. To use Manual mode, follow the steps in Working Out on Your Precor Treadmill . At the “SELECT COURSE” prompt, choose “MANL.”... -
Page 24: Using The M9.2S Preprogrammed Courses
Note: On the M9.1, use the incline crank handle to change the degree of incline. Hold onto the handrail with one hand while you rotate the crank in a clockwise direction to raise the incline with the other hand. - Page 25 When you are finished working out or you have come to the end of the course, hold onto the handrail and press STOP. The treadmill will come to a safe stop. Be sure to remove the safety clip from your clothing and return it to the OFF position on the electronic console. To prevent unauthorized use, remove the safety key and store it in a safe place.
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Page 26: Getting The Most Out Of Your Workout
20 Getting the Most Out of Your Workout A workout on the M9.1 or M9.2s Precision Electronic Treadmill provides excellent and efficient cardiovascular conditioning, while strengthening and toning all the major muscle groups in the lower body. Darkened areas in Diagram 13 indicate the muscles improved. -
Page 27: How Hard Should I Exercise
Diagram 14 Training zones How Hard Should I Exercise? Studies show that to achieve the benefits of aerobic exercise, it is necessary to work out hard enough to raise your heart rate to a certain minimum level, called the “training zone.” Your training zone depends on your age and level of fitness. -
Page 28: How Long Should I Exercise
Regardless of your fitness level, avoid doing too much too soon. Running or walking too fast or choosing too high of an incline are common errors. Give yourself time to become familiar with your treadmill and to improve your fitness level. Then you can gradually increase speed and incline to make your workouts more challenging. -
Page 29: Maintaining Your Treadmill
Precor limited warranty. Cleaning the Equipment Your Precor treadmill relies on low friction for efficient operation. To keep the friction low, the treadmill must be as clean as possible. Before a workout, use a damp, soft, clean cloth to clean the side platforms and running bed, (refer to the callouts in Diagram 15 on page 24). -
Page 30: Adjusting The Tension Of The Belt
(step). To adjust the running belt tension, take the following steps: Make sure that the treadmill is OFF. If the treadmill is ON, switch it to OFF. Wait for the running belt to come to a complete stop. -
Page 31: Servicing The Treadmill
Precor dealer at 1-800-4-PRECOR. Power Cord Maintenance When the M9.1 or M9.2s is in use, ensure that the power supply cord is away from moving parts and cannot be damaged. If the M9.1 or M9.2s power supply cord is damaged, it can only be replaced in a repair shop appointed by Precor because special tools are required. -
Page 32: Specifications
Specifications subject to change without notice. 1-800-4-PRECOR NOTICE: Precor is widely recognized for its innovative, award winning designs of exercise equipment. Precor aggressively seeks 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...