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Precor M9.3s Owner's Manual

Precor M9.3s Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Low-Impact Treadmill page 1...
  • Page 2 Never allow children on or near the M9.3s treadmill. Never leave children unsupervised around the treadmill. • Check the M9.3s treadmill before each use. Do not use the treadmill if it is not completely assembled or is damaged in any way. •...
  • Page 3 Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended by the manufacturer—such attachments might cause injuries. • Do not attempt to service the M9.3s treadmill yourself. This treadmill does not have any user-serviceable parts. See Getting Service in Section 5 for service information.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Understanding the Electronic Console........11 Pre-Programmed Courses............. 12 Interval Training with Interval Mode........13 Some Tips for Using Interval Mode........13 Working Out on the M9.3s Treadmill........14 Using a Pre-Programmed Course......... 14 Using Interval Mode............... 17 Selecting the Time or Distance Prompt........19 Adjusting the Stiffness of the Running Bed......

  • Page 5: Quality By Design

    CAUTION: Indicates steps or information necessary to prevent harm to yourself or damage to the equipment. You do not need any special knowledge or experience to set up an M9.3s Low- Impact Treadmill. However, you must carefully review and follow the instruc-...

  • Page 6: Unpacking The M9.3S

    Unpacking the M9.3s Treadmill The M9.3s treadmill is carefully inspected before shipment, so it should arrive in good operating condition. Precor ships the unit in four pieces as listed below: • running bed assembly • control panel assembly • handrails •...

  • Page 7: Setting Up The M9.3S Low-Impact Treadmill

    Follow these installation requirements when installing the treadmill: • Set up the M9.3s treadmill on a solid, flat surface. Do not install the treadmill on deeply padded, plush, or shag carpeting due to possible damage to the carpet and machine. If the treadmill is placed on a carpeted surface, place a piece of heavy cardboard, plywood, or other smooth, flat surface under the unit to protect the carpet and treadmill.
  • Page 8 Photo 1 Connect ribbon cable. Running Bed Assembly Ribbon Cable Control Panel Assembly Foam blocks 5. To place the control panel assembly onto the front of the running bed, take the following steps. Refer to Photo 2 for clarification. a. Locate the four mounting bolts on the running bed assembly. Use the hex key provided to unscrew the mounting bolts until four or five threads are visible.
  • Page 9 Secure top two Photo 3 bolts. 5/16" hex key 7. Remove the foam blocks and set the base of the treadmill flat on the floor. 8. Loosen the top two bolts one full turn. This will allow the control panel assembly to shift and rest securely on the running bed assembly.
  • Page 10 Photo 4 Insert handlebars into the control panel assembly. 13. Slide the lower end of the RIGHT handrail onto the black fitting located on the side of the frame. (See Photo 5). Align the hole in the handrail with the threaded hole in the fitting.

  • Page 11: Using The M9.3S Low-Impact Treadmill

    M9.3s treadmill, see Working Out on the M9.3s Treadmill. The M9.3s can indicate speed in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (kph). When it leaves the factory, the M9.3s is configured to display speed in mph.

  • Page 12: Pre-Programmed Courses

    (mph or kph). Pre-Programmed Courses The M9.3s treadmill offers a series of ten pre-programmed courses. These courses are designed for anyone interested in working out, whether you are walking, running, starting a fitness program or are already in shape.

  • Page 13: Interval Training With Interval Mode

    Rest or Work interval. With the M9.3s treadmill, you can also specify the incline for the Rest and Work intervals, allowing you to increase and decrease your workload using both speed and incline.

  • Page 14: Working Out On The M9.3S Treadmill

    CAUTION: If this is the first time you have operated this treadmill, DO NOT STAND on the running belt until you become familiar with M9.3s operations. 1. On the electronic console, place the magnetic safety key on the ACTIVATE position.
  • Page 15 When the correct weight is displayed, press SCAN/ENTER. This information allows the M9.3s to calculate how many calories you burn during your workout. The treadmill automatically remembers the last weight entered. During your next workout, you restore your weight from the treadmill’s memory by simply pressing SCAN/ENTER at the “Enter Weight”...
  • Page 16 Diagram 1 Overview of Walk 1 Pre-Programmed Courses Walk 2 Walk 3 Walk 4 Walk 5 Run 1 Run 2 Run 3 Run 4 Run 5 6. At the “Select miles (kilometers)” prompt, specify the length of your course. Press the arrow keys to choose distance; the display moves in .5 increments, from .5 to 99.5 miles (kilometers).

  • Page 17: Using Interval Mode

    CAUTION: If this is the first time you have operated this treadmill, DO NOT STAND on the running belt until you become familiar with M9.3s operations. 1. Place the magnetic safety key on the ACTIVATE position of the electronic console.
  • Page 18 Anytime during an interval, you can change the incline using the CLINE arrow keys. Once you specify an incline for an interval, the micro- processor in the M9.3s treadmill remembers that incline and returns to it each time the interval is repeated.

  • Page 19: Selecting The Time Or Distance Prompt

    Selecting the Time or Distance Prompt When using a pre-programmed course, you can measure your workout by distance or time. You see the “Select Distance” or “Select Time” prompt after you specify a course (see Step 6 of the procedure, Using a Pre-Programmed Course ).

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Stiffness Of The Running Bed

    Adjusting the Stiffness of the Running Bed The M9.3s Low-Impact Treadmill is specially designed to allow you to adjust the amount of impact reduction. Three levels are available: Level 1, Hard; Level 2, Medium; and Level 3, Soft. The level you choose depends on your weight and running style. To choose the best impact reduction level for you, use the treadmill with the running bed set at each of the settings.

  • Page 21: Running On The M9.3S Low-Impact Treadmill

    Running on the M9.3s Low-Impact Treadmill Before using the M9.3s Low-Impact Treadmill for an actual workout, we recom- mend that you follow these instructions and go through a preliminary demon- stration of the unit. This will make you more familiar with the unit when you begin your first workout.

  • Page 22: Specifying Mph Or Kph

    , or select kph by pressing SPEED You can continue your workout by following the appropriate steps found in Running on the M9.3s Treadmill or stop the treadmill by pulling on the magnetic safety key and turning the treadmill OFF.

  • Page 23: Getting The Most Out Of Your Workout

    Getting the Most Out of Your Workout A workout on the M9.3s Low-Impact Treadmill provides excellent and efficient cardiovascular conditioning, while strengthening and toning all the major muscle groups in the lower body. Darkened areas in Diagram 2 indicate the muscles that can be improved.

  • Page 24: How Hard Should I Exercise

    How Hard Should I Exercise? Studies show that to achieve the benefits of aerobic exercise, it is necessary to work out hard enough raise your heart rate to a certain minimum level, called a “training zone.” Your training zone depends on your age and level of fitness. Refer to Diagram 3 to determine your training zone.

  • Page 25: How Long Should I Exercise

    Regardless of your fitness level, avoid doing too much too soon. Setting the resistance cylinders too far forward, stepping too deeply (taking large steps) or stepping too quickly for too long are common errors. Give yourself time to become familiar with your climber and improve your fitness level. Then you can gradually decrease your resistance level and increase your stepping cadence to make your workouts more challenging.

  • Page 26: Cleaning The Treadmill

    Maintaining the M9.3s Treadmill The M9.3s treadmill requires little maintenance to keep it running smoothly and efficiently. Typical maintenance tasks include cleaning the treadmill and adjusting the running belt. Instructions for both procedures are provided in this section. Cleaning the M9.3s Low Impact Treadmill Your Precor precision treadmill relies on low friction for efficient operation.

  • Page 27: Aligning The Running Belt

    Aligning the Running Belt The M9.3s Low-Impact Treadmill is designed so that the running belt automati- cally centers itself on the running bed when the treadmill is in use. Proper belt alignment is important because it allows the belt to remain centered, and it assures the smooth operation of the treadmill.

  • Page 28: Getting Service

    7. Once the belt is properly aligned, press the STOP key to stop the belt. Getting Service Do not attempt to service the M9.3s Low-Impact treadmill yourself except for performing the maintenance tasks as described in this manual. For further information about product operation or service, contact an authorized Precor dealer (or a Precor Factory Authorized Service Company).
  • Page 29 Precor Incorporated Precor and "M" registered trademarks of Precor Incorporated. P/N 33045-102 P.O. Box 3004 © 1990 Precor Incorporated, Rd. 1990. 6/92 Bothell, WA USA 98041-3004 Specifications subject to change without notice. 1-800-4-PRECOR page 29...

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