Important Safety Instructions When using Precor equipment, always take basic precautions, Do not allow children or people unfamiliar with its operation on including the following: or near the equipment. Do not leave children unsupervised around the equipment. Read all instructions before using the equipment. These Never leave the equipment unattended when it is plugged in.
Safety Code Never operate the equipment if it is damaged, not working properly, when it has been dropped, or has been immersed in The club owner or manager has the option to enable the safety water. Return the equipment to a service center for examination code.
Proper disposal of the battery is required by federal law. If you plan to dispose of your equipment, contact Precor Commercial Products Customer Support for information regarding battery removal. Refer to Obtaining Service.
WARNING Per FCC rules, changes or modifications not Interference, Information Technology Equipment. expressly approved by Precor could void the EN55024, Immunity of Information Technology Equipment. user’s authority to operate the equipment. This product also conforms to the requirements of the European...
No adapter should be used with this product. local codes and ordinances. Failure to properly ground the treadmill could void the Precor Limited Warranty. DANGER Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
You should not attempt to service the equipment except for Display Serial #: _______________________ maintenance tasks described in this manual. For information about product operation or service, see the Precor web site at Date purchased: _______________________ www.precor.com. Should you need more information regarding...
Treadmill Safety Features Using the Safety Clip Before allowing users on Precor equipment, review the Important Safety Instructions found at the beginning of this manual. You Instruct users how important it is to use the safety clip while should also teach your patrons how to safely use the equipment exercising on the treadmill.
Turning the Treadmill On and Off Location To turn the treadmill On and Off, use the power switch located It is important to keep the area around the treadmill open and free beneath the hood, near the power cord receptacle. from encumbrances such as other equipment.
Self-Powered Features On self-powered equipment, the battery initializes and displays the Informational Displays Prior to Precor banner when a user starts exercising. A minimum rate of Shutdown motion must be maintained for the banner to appear, as shown in the following table. When a person meets the requirements, the The equipment saves its battery charge by moving into a shutdown power that is generated allows the equipment to function properly.
When the pause time limit expires and the user has not resumed exercising, the display returns to the Precor banner. Refer to Setting a Pause Time Limit. To learn how to install the power adapter, refer to The Optional Power Adapter Kit.
Hazardous Waste Regulations. Refer to Hazardous Materials service personnel. Do not attempt installation on your own as and Proper Disposal. you could void the Precor Limited Warranty. For more information, refer to Obtaining Service. Once the internal cable kit is installed, you can plug the optional power adapter into the equipment.
Club Features These next few pages explain how to customize the equipment for Change the auto-level setting (EFX) your club or facility and view useful product information. All these Set the resistance range (cycle) features remain hidden to the patrons and can only be accessed View the odometer using special key presses.
Club Programming Tips The club programming mode is accessed by pressing the RESET key at the Precor banner. The remaining key presses Always start at the Precor banner. must occur quickly and without pause. Electrical power must be supplied. For self-powered equipment,...
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Settings range from High, Medium, and Low. Refer to Cycle: Setting a Resistance Range. * This feature is available in all Precor club equipment. Note: When you make changes in club programming mode, the new settings replace the factory defaults.
CLEAR Number keypad CLEAR Returns to the previous menu level without saving any At the Precor banner, press the following keys in sequence changes. without pausing between selections: RESET RESET key or Exits Club Programming Mode...
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Use the following flowchart to navigate through the menu settings on treadmills. PRECO R [ 1 2 0 S E C . ] S E T M A X P A U S E T I M E PAUSE/RESET, 5, 6, 5, 1, 5, 6, 5 ▼...
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Use the following flowchart to navigate through the menu settings Use the following flowchart to navigate through the menu settings on ellipticals. on cycles. PRECO R PRECO R RESET, 5, 6, 5, 1, 5, 6, 5 RESET, 5, 6, 5, 1, 5, 6, 5 D I A G S –...
Treadmill: Selecting Safety Code Choosing a Language Protection The equipment can display user prompts, text, and user entries in several different languages. When the equipment is shipped from When the equipment is shipped from the factory, the safety code the factory, it is set to display English. protection feature is disabled.
Selecting a U.S. Standard or Metric Setting an Exercise Session Time Limit Display You can limit how long a user can exercise on the equipment. For example, if you set the time limit to 20 minutes, users can only enter The equipment can display measurements in either Metric or U.S.
For example, if you set a pause time limit of 60 seconds, Important: It is highly recommended that you set the cool-down the display automatically resets to the Precor banner if no period at or above three minutes. It takes time for a user’s heart movement is detected and no key press occurs for one minute.
Treadmill: Determining the Club Speed Treadmill: Setting an Incline Limit Limit You can set the maximum grade (percent of incline) for the treadmill. This limits the degree of incline and, consequently, the You can set a maximum speed for the treadmill. This limits how fast number of incline settings that are available to the user.
Treadmill: Accessing Performance Treadmill: Changing Remote Control Programs Access The performance-based Gerkin Fitness Test on the treadmill can be Important: To affect this setting, the treadmill must be connected hidden from the user’s view and, consequently, be unavailable to a computer and you will need to be familiar with CSAFE during an exercise session.
RESET to return to the Precor banner. Physical therapy conditioning is an example where you might use this programming feature. If a user has an injury that needs low Note: This setting is available on equipment with adjustable ramps.
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Table 4. Resistance range settings on cycles At the S E T R E S I S T A N C E R A N G E prompt, press OK. Use the navigational arrow keys, to choose L O W M E D I U M H I G H Setting...
D I A G S – I N F O R M A T I O N A L D I S P L A Y number, usage log, and error log. In general, you would only access this information if directed to do so by Precor Customer Support. O D O M E T E R...
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Description O D O M E T E R The odometer value correlates to the type of Precor product and the standard of units, U.S. or Metric, selected in the club programs. Treadmill shows the number of cumulative miles or kilometers logged to date.
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You may want to resolve any issues you are experiencing with Note: On treadmills, the red STOP button can be used instead of the equipment before erasing the error log. the PAUSE/RESET key. When you are ready, press RESET to return to the Precor banner. Product Owner's Manual: Club Features...
User ID Entry with CSAFE Equipment A message appears on the display and indicates when the user ID is accepted by the CSAFE master device. Once program selection The equipment is fully compatible with CSAFE protocols. When the is complete, the user can begin exercising. equipment is connected to a CSAFE master device, the user is To review information about CSAFE specifications, visit the web prompted to press ENTER and begin an identification process.
Place an OUT OF SERVICE sign on it and make sure all patrons and users know that they must not use the equipment. To order parts or to contact a Precor authorized service provider in your area, refer to Obtaining Service. Product Owner's Manual: Maintenance...
EFX: Cleaning the Ramp Storing the Chest Strap Whenever the ramp becomes soiled, clean the exposed surfaces of If you purchased the optional heart rate chest strap, store it in a the ramp and roller wheels by taking the following steps. place where it remains free of dust and dirt (for example, in a closet or drawer).
Realigning the belt takes a few simple pressing the red STOP button. Contact Precor Customer adjustments. If you are unsure about this procedure, call Precor Support. Customer Support. Refer to Obtaining Service.
To determine left and right, stand at the rear of the treadmill and face the display. Make all belt adjustments on the right rear If you are unsure about adjusting the running belt, call Precor corner bolt using the hex key provided.
Adjust the seat tilt (forward or backward) as shown in the Upright Cycle: Adjusting the Seat Tilt following figure. To adjust the seat tilt on an upright cycle, take the following steps. 1. Use a -inch (17 mm) box-end wrench or crescent wrench to loosen the nut beneath the seat as shown in the following figure.
Use the -inch hex key to turn the wheel lock adjustment key Recumbent Cycle: Realigning the Seat clockwise ¼ turn as shown in the following figure. This process If the seat rocks side-to-side, you need to realign the center wheel realigns the center wheel inside the top rail.
Moving the Equipment Long-Term Storage It is important, if you plan to move the equipment, that you obtain When the equipment is not in use for any length of time, make sure adult help and use proper lifting techniques. The equipment is very it is turned Off (treadmill only) and the power cord or optional heavy.
To claim under this warranty, the buyer must notify Precor Conditions and Restrictions. 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 This warranty is valid only in accordance with the conditions set forth below: or its service representative.
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WARRANTIES THEREAFTER. Some States do not allow limitations on how long which vary from state to state. an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. PRECOR ALSO HEREBY DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS Complete this portion and keep for your records.
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Please detach and mail in the warranty registration within ten days of purchase.
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Any party contemplating the use of Precor’s product designs is hereby forewarned that Precor considers the P.O. Box 7202 Registration Card# 45622-101, en unauthorized appropriation of its proprietary rights to be a very serious matter. Precor will vigorously pursue all Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002 unauthorized appropriation of its proprietary rights.
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Important Safety Instructions When using Precor equipment, always take basic precautions, For safety, hold onto a stationary handrail or handlebar while including the following: using the equipment. Keep your body and head facing forward. Never attempt to turn Read all instructions before using the equipment. These around on the equipment.
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For additional information about product the correct keys are not pressed within two minutes, further access operation or exercise routines, refer to the Precor web site at is denied and the running belt will not move. For more information, www.precor.com.
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Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions..........1 Workout Options..............21 Safety Code..................2 Choosing QUICKSTART ............22 Obtaining Service ................2 Selecting a Program..............23 Storing Workout Statistics ............24 Treadmill Safety Features ..........4 Changing Programs in Mid-session ........25 Using the Safety Clip..............4 Cooling Down After a Workout ..........25 Entering the Safety Code .............
If you exceed the time limit, the stops the running belt. display returns to the Precor banner. Safety Clip Lanyard Figure 1: Attaching the safety clip...
The running belt starts moving after a 3-second countdown. Note: If the correct keys are not pressed within two minutes, the Precor banner appears on the display and the running belt does not move. Figure 2: Power switch location...
Heart Rate Features Important Use and Safety Information Read the following before using the heart rate or SmartRate features. HEART RATE Consult your physician before engaging in any vigorous exercise. Do not use the heart rate programs until authorized by SmartRate your physician.
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After you put on the chest strap, face the display console for a Heart Rate Target Zones minimum of 15 seconds. This allows the receiver in the console to recognize the signal from the chest strap. If Hr blinks in the HEART RATE display, it is detecting a signal, but has not yet determined your heart rate.
Make sure that the chest strap is right side up, lies horizontally Wearing a Chest Strap across your chest, and is centered in the middle of your chest. During a workout, the heart rate features appear on the display Refer to the following figure. when you wear a chest strap.
Using the Touch-Sensitive Grips Using SmartRate While exercising, you must grasp both touch-sensitive grips for a The SmartRate feature helps you monitor and maintain your heart minimum of five to ten seconds to transmit your heart rate to the rate in the target zone best suited to your specific needs. When a display.
First WARMUP chest strap or grasp both touch-sensitive grips. 55 to 61 Second FAT BURN The Precor web site (www.precor.com) has several suggestions for 62 to 69 Third FAT BURN workouts with varying levels of intensity. It provides many workout...
Refer to Ending a Workout. Important: A heart rate can only be detected when the Precor Your average heart rate appears followed by the maximum heart heart rate receiver is properly installed in the display. A user must rate achieved during your workout.
Display Console Before beginning any fitness program, see your physician for a thorough physical examination. Seek advice from your physician to learn the target heart rate appropriate for your fitness level. Do not allow children or those unfamiliar with its operation on or near this equipment.
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LED blinks and indicates the zone that you are exercising in. Upper display: Initially shows the Precor banner. It changes to the program profile when you select a program or press Number keys: During an exercise session, use the number QUICKSTART.
More Information about the Upper Program profile—appears during your exercise session. A blinking segment in the profile indicates your position. In most programs, Display the INCLINE setting affects the column height as shown in the following diagram. The profile raises or lowers according to which INCLINE key is pressed.
More Information about the TIME ELAPSED, TIME REMAINING, and Lower Display CALORIES TIME ELAPSED—displays time in minutes and seconds and indicates the amount of time you have been exercising. When you exceed 60 minutes during a single session, the display converts to hours and minutes. TIME ELAPSED DISTANCE Note : The fitness facility can place limits on workout time.
Keypads SPEED Use the keypads to enter your exercise session selections and SPEED—displays the running belt speed in miles per hour display preferences. (mph) or kilometers per hour (kph). The running belt speed ranges between 0.5 and 12 mph (0.8 to 20 kph). The speed Distinct keypads exist on the display and are discussed in this can be changed in 0.1 increments using the SPEED keys.
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Press it once to enter pause mode. Press it again to display a workout summary. Press it a third time to end your session and return to the Precor banner. Refer to Figure 9 : Lower Display keypad and the Selection keys Pausing During a Workout or the Cool-Down Period.
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Navigational Keypad PROGRAMS Keypad PROGRAMS PROGRAMS HEART MANUAL RATE INTERVAL WEIGHT LOSS VARIETY PERFORMANCE The navigational keypad provides several ways to change your exercise session and to display various workout statistics. The OK key, which allows you to confirm display selections, is also part of The PROGRAMS keypad provides access to all the exercise the navigational keypad.
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Number Keypad Table 3. Available programs PROGRAMS key Program Menu M A N U A L MANUAL I N T E R V A L INTERVAL R A N D O M VARIETY B A S I C H R C * HEART RATE W E I G H T L O S S WEIGHT LOSS...
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The CLEAR and ENTER keys provide the following functions: Connection Description Computer If a computer is attached to the CSAFE connection on CLEAR: Use the CLEAR key to remove the last number being (CSAFE the equipment, the number keypad lets you enter your displayed.
Steps... physician-recommended heart rate target zone. To start exercising Use the QUICKSTART key. immediately Turn the treadmill On. The Precor banner scrolls across the Refer to Choosing QUICKSTART. display. To select a program Press a PROGRAMS key. Hold on to a handrail while stepping on to the treadmill.
You can use the navigational arrow keys or the number keypad to change the 1. While the Precor banner scrolls, press QUICKSTART to begin blinking prompts. Press OK to confirm the entries. Refer to the Manual Program.
PAUSE/RESET to return to the Precor banner. Select a program and re-enter the appropriate While the Precor banner scrolls, press one of the PROGRAMS values. keys, and then press OK. For a description of each program, Hold onto a handrail and straddle the running belt after entering refer to Programs.
Note: If the display is blank, make sure that the equipment is turned On. If the Precor banner appears, the equipment is not connected to a computer. Refer to Selecting a Program or Choosing QUICKSTART.
Changing Programs in Mid-session Cooling Down After a Workout You can change programs in the middle of a session by selecting a Incorporate a cool-down period into your workout to help lower new program from the PROGRAMS key menu and pressing OK. your heart rate and minimize muscle stiffness or soreness.
SPEED up key. automatically resets to the Precor banner. Important: Hold onto the handrail when you step onto the If you hold onto the touch-sensitive grips or wear a chest strap running belt and while you adjust the speed.
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W O R K O U T S U M M A R Y scrolls across the display, press the selection keys to highlight more statistics. Press PAUSE/RESET again to return to the Precor banner. Note: The red STOP button and the PAUSE/RESET key can be used interchangeably.
This section describes the programs available on the equipment. Program Tips Use this section as a reference tool to better understand each Begin at the Precor banner and choose a program by pressing program’s purpose. PROGRAMS or QUICKSTART. Hold onto a handrail as the running belt begins moving after a 3-second countdown.
Manual Program Interval Program The Manual Program profile, available by pressing the MANUAL The Interval Program, available by pressing the INTERVAL key, key, begins as a flat line. You control incline and speed using the helps in conditioning your cardiovascular system. The program INCLINE or SPEED keys.
Random Program Heart Rate Program The Random Program can be accessed by pressing the VARIETY The Basic HRC Program, available by pressing the HEART RATE key. Every time the Random program is selected, a different key, lets you set a target for your heart rate. The program adjusts program profile appears.
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For more information and exercise preferred zone. It takes time for the treadmill to readjust the suggestions, refer to the Precor web site at www.precor.com. incline so that your heart rate remains on target. The program provides a 3-minute warm-up period. During this If you wish to quit a heart rate program, you can make a time, you may change the incline or speed.
954i Aerobic Program 932i Weight Loss Program The Aerobic Program, available by pressing the WEIGHT LOSS The Weight Loss Program, available by pressing the WEIGHT key, provides varying incline levels to induce fat burn and weight LOSS key, is similar to the Interval Program in that it provides loss conditioning.
Track Program Fitness Test The Track Program can be accessed by pressing the The Fitness Test, available by pressing the PERFORMANCE key, PERFORMANCE key. An oval track appears on the display. One provides a means of comparing your fitness level with the official lap around the track represents 440 yards (400 meters).
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Fitness Test Tips If you press the red STOP button or the PAUSE/RESET key during the test, the test ends and the display indicates the test Read through the following tips before selecting a fitness test. was not completed. You cannot change to another program while in the midst of Sit and rest for at least five minutes prior to taking the test.
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Precor’s product designs is hereby forewarned that Precor considers the unauthorized P.O. Box 7202 954i/932i URM 49334-104, en appropriation of its proprietary rights to be a very serious matter. Precor will vigorously pursue all unauthorized Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002 appropriation of its proprietary rights.
Thank you for choosing Precor. For proper installation, please read this guide Installation Requirements thoroughly and follow the assembly instructions. If you do not assemble the Follow these installation requirements when assembling the unit: treadmill according to these guidelines, you could void the Precor Limited Warranty.
Assembly Steps Remove the hood and set it aside. Place the left side upright support into the base frame side bracket. Secure the upright support to the side bracket using four socket head screws (A), four washers (B), and two locknuts (F). Finger tighten.
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Make sure the fasteners do not pinch the cable. Cables damaged by improper installation will not be covered by the Precor Limited Warranty. Tie the string to the cable connector. Pull the cable through the side bracket hole in the base frame. Remove the string and then, connect the cable to its receptacle.
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Tighten all mounting screws. Replace the hood and secure it. 1. Start at the base and alternately tighten the eight fasteners that Important: Use your fingers to properly align and thread the four hood secure the upright supports to the base assembly. fasteners.
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Attach the power cord clips (G). Level the unit. Before allowing users on the unit, make sure it is level. Important: Use the power cord clips to secure the power cord to the base frame beneath the hood. This reduces the possibility that the power Important: If the load is not equally compensated, the user will feel cord will get pinched or damaged by the incline lift movement.
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Proper belt alignment allows the belt to remain centered and ensures smooth operation. Realigning the belt takes a few simple adjustments. If you are unsure about this procedure, contact Precor Customer Support. Refer to Obtaining Service. To check the alignment: To adjust the running belt: CAUTION: Special care must be taken when aligning the running belt.
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This addendum accompanies your C9x6i, and C954i Assembly Guides. Additional split washers have been added which affect the hardware kit and assembly steps. A new split washer (shown below) has been added to the Changes to the Assembly hardware kit, and is used in steps 2, 3, and 7. Replace steps 2 and 3 of the Assembly Guide with the following: Fasteners...
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Important: Do not wrench tighten the screws until the unit has been fully assembled. Make sure the fasteners do not pinch the cable. Cables damaged by improper installation will not be cov- ered by the Precor Limited Warranty. C954i/C956i/C966i Treadmill Assembly Guide Addendum...