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  • Page 1 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console...
  • Page 4 Copyright © June 2011 Precor Incorporated. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice. Trademark Note Precor, AMT, and EFX are registered trademarks and Preva is a trademark of Precor Incorporated. Other names in this document may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions This 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. WARNING To prevent injury, the console must be...
  • Page 6 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console  Il est conseillé de subir un examen médical complet avant d’entreprendre tout programme d’exercise. Si vous avez des étourdissements ou des faiblesses, arrêtez les exercices immédiatement. Do not allow children, or people unfamiliar with the ...
  • Page 7 For all other fitness equipment, the weight limit is 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.

  • Page 8: 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 9: 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 10: European Applications

    Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console 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. WARNING Per FCC rules, changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 11: 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 12: Electrical Recommendations: All Equipment Excluding Treadmills

    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. For the most current manuals, go to http://www.precor.com.

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ........... 3 Safety Precautions .................3 Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal ........6 Product Recycling and Disposal ............6 Regulatory Notices for Cardiovascular Exercise Equipment ..............7 Electrical Recommendations: 120 V and 240 V Treadmills ............9 Electrical Recommendations: All Equipment Excluding Treadmills ..............

  • Page 15: Getting Started

    Activating the Console for Self-Powered Equipment Precor equipment is either self-powered or externally powered using an optional power adapter. Self-powered equipment requires the user exercise to initialize the console. This section provides more detail about powering equipment.
  • Page 16 CAUTION: The internal cable kit must be installed by authorized service personnel. Do not attempt installation on your own as you could void the Precor Limited Warranty. For more information, refer to Obtaining Service. Important: If this equipment includes a P80 console, the optional...

  • Page 17: Identifying Parts Of The Console

    Getting Started Identifying Parts of the Console The following diagram 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: P30 console keys Table 1. Parts of the console Number Part Name Details Average Speed...
  • Page 18 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Number Part Name Details Muscle Monitor - The Muscle Monitor • • displays the muscles used to perform that workout. Stride Length - AMT • Stride Length describes the • Rate per Minute - •...
  • Page 19 Getting Started Number Part Name Details Options - All equipment Press to enter Goals, • except AMT Language, Weight, Age, and Target Heart Rate information, More Options Press More Metrics to • view additional metric information for all equipment except the Metrics: Percent Complete •...
  • Page 20 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Number Part Name Details Number pad Use to enter numerical information such as age, weight, and passwords. Press Clear to delete the numbers entered. Press Enter after you have entered numbers on this number pad.
  • Page 21 Chapter Setting Up the Console 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 22 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console When the equipment is in the Welcome state: PRECOR scrolls on the lower text display. SELECT A  WORKOUT OR PRESS QUICKSTART TO BEGIN scrolls in the upper text display. The heart rate signal is the only segment activated.

  • Page 23: Setting Up The Console

    Setting Up the Console Setting Club Parameter Values Use this information to customize the equipment for your setting. Safety Code (Treadmill only) Value Range: Enabled or Disabled (Default: Disabled) When the equipment is shipped from the factory, the safety code protection feature is disabled. If you enable the safety code, your users will need to enter a four digit number to begin their exercise session and start the running belt.
  • Page 24 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Set Max Workout Time (All Equipment) Value Range: 1 to 240 minutes (Default: 60 minutes) You can set a maximum workout time per session. Choose a time limit between 1 and 240 minutes, or select No Limit if you do not want to set a time limit.
  • Page 25 5. Continue adjusting the profile for each column. Note: Two custom programs are available on the treadmill. Some Precor products contain only one custom program. The prompt indicates which one you have accessed. To select a second custom program (treadmill only), press the down arrow key on the navigational keypad, before pressing OK in step 6.
  • Page 26 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console 6. When you have finished creating your program, press OK to save the program profile, and return to the Welcome banner. Press BACK, to exit this setting without saving your changes to the custom profile. Set Speed Limit (Treadmill only) Value Range: Full speed range of equipment (Default: Maximum speed)

  • Page 27: Viewing The Informational Displays

    Setting Up the Console Set Resistance Range (Bike only) Value Range: High, Medium, or Low (Default: High) You can set a low, medium, or high base resistance on the recumbent or upright bikes. There are 25 levels of resistance within each base setting, but the base setting affects the overall resistance range.
  • Page 28 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Table 4. Informational Displays values Product Value Information provided ODOMETER The odometer value correlates to the type of equipment and the standard of units, U.S. or Metric, selected in the programs. Treadmill: Displays the number of •...
  • Page 29 Setting Up the Console Product Value Information provided EVENT LOG Displays any event codes that may have been detected by the software. For more information, refer to Event Log. Event Log The event log holds a maximum of 30 events. After the log reaches 30 events, older events are erased to make room for newer ones.
  • Page 30 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Event Description of Event Number Motor pulses missing after start up Reduce speed requested, speed is not reducing Motor pulse width incorrect Too much drive motor current Temperature too high Excessive AC input current Communications event lower board to upper board Incorrect Communications event upper board to lower board...

  • Page 31: User Id Entry With Csafe Equipment

    Setting Up the Console User ID Entry with CSAFE Equipment This equipment is fully compatible with CSAFE protocols. When the equipment is connected to a CSAFE master device, the user is prompted to press ENTER and begin an identification process. The user ID is displayed as five zeros and indicates the starting point.
  • Page 32 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console...
  • Page 33 Chapter Introducing Users to the P30 Console CAUTION: 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. The P30 console offers an easy-to-follow display and multiple programs to help people meet their exercise needs.
  • Page 34  If the touch heart rate feature does not work for you, Precor recommends that you use a chest transmitter strap. Figure 5: Heart rate target zones CAUTION: Your heart rate should never exceed 85% of your maximum aerobic heart rate.

  • Page 35: Introducing Users To The P30 Console

    Introducing Users to the P30 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 36: Using The Treadmill Safety Clip

    Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Using the Treadmill Safety Clip The treadmill is equipped with two different stop functions, which behave as follows: If the user … Then the treadmill And the console … belt … Presses down on the red Slows to a stop Shows that the STOP button...
  • Page 37 Introducing Users to the P30 Console If the restart switch trips during exercise, perform the following steps: Reattach the safety clip if necessary. 2. Press the restart switch down until it clicks, returning it to its normal position. Note: If the restart switch trips, all information about the current workout is deleted.

  • Page 38: 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. This might occur if a user steps off the treadmill before the end of a workout and leaves the treadmill running.

  • Page 39: Starting A Workout

    The equipment is in the Welcome state when the words SELECT A WORKOUT OR PRESS QUICKSTART TO BEGIN scroll across the scrolling upper text display and PRECOR scrolls on the lower text display. If the equipment is connected to CSAFE, the words SELECT A WORKOUT, PRESS QUICKSTART, OR ENTER TO BEGIN scroll across the upper text display.

  • Page 40: Starting A Preset Programmed Workout

    Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Starting a Preset Programmed Workout Preset workouts are a great way to tailor your workouts to your fitness goals, stay challenged, and add variety to your sessions. Most P30 equipment contains multiple preset workouts. These workouts include: Manual ...
  • Page 41 Starting a Workout To choose a language setting before you begin exercising: From the Welcome banner, press OPTIONS. 2. Press OPTIONS again to choose the Language option, and press OK. 3. Use the Up and Down arrows to navigate the list of available languages.

  • Page 42: Pausing And Resuming An Exercise Session

    Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Pausing and Resuming an Exercise Session When you interrupt a workout, the equipment responds in one of two ways, depending on how it is powered. Paused (Externally Powered Equipment) When the session is paused, the belt speed is slowly reduced to zero, or the resistance is slowly reduced to the minimum.

  • Page 43: Ending A Session

    Starting a Workout Ending a Session 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. In addition, a three to five minute cool down allows your heart rate to return to its normal, resting state.

  • Page 44: Programs

    Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Accumulated Metrics describe the overall performance throughout the entire exercise session. They include: Time:  Count-down Mode Count-up Mode  Calories Distance:  Average Strides/Minute (AMT, EFX) Average Speed (treadmill, bike) Floors (climber) Programs Preset workouts are a great way to tailor your workouts to your fitness goals, stay challenged, and add variety to your sessions In the following figures, the elevated areas show the...
  • Page 45 Starting a Workout Interval The Interval workout is primarily for conditioning your cardiovascular system. This workout is designed to raise and lower your heart rate in a repeating fashion for a user-defined period of time by alternating rest and work intervals. Workout intensity is adjustable.
  • Page 46 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console City Steps (Climber only) The City Steps Program increases and decreases your step rate in stages. In each stage, the rate gradually rises to a peak and then falls quickly back to the starting rate. This pattern is repeated.

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    Simple Green® (for more information, visit www.simplegreen.com). 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.
  • Page 48 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Notes:...
  • Page 49 Notes Notes:...
  • Page 50 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Notes:...
  • Page 52 Precor Incorporated P30 OM 301096-201 rev C, en 20031 142nd Avenue NE 28 June 2011 P.O. Box 7202 Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002...
  • Page 53 Assembling and Maintaining ™ Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers ® ® ® 883 • EFX 833 • EFX...
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  • Page 56 Copyright © July 2011 Precor Incorporated. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice. Trademark Note Precor, AMT, and EFX are registered trademarks and Preva is a trademark of Precor Incorporated. Other names in this document may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 57 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 58 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823  Do not allow children, or people unfamiliar with the operation of this equipment, on or near it. Do not leave children unsupervised around the equipment. Make sure all users wear proper exercise clothing and ...
  • Page 59 For all other fitness equipment, the weight limit is 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.

  • Page 60: 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 61: Regulatory Notices For The Rfid Module

    Important Safety Instructions Product Recycling and Disposal This equipment must be recycled or discarded according to applicable local and national regulations. Product labels, in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC concerning waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE), determine the framework for the return and recycling of used equipment as applicable throughout the European Union.
  • Page 62 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 Federal Communications Commission, Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 63 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 64 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) This Precor exercise equipment conforms to the following national standards defining acceptable limits for radio frequency interference (RFI). Federal Communications Commission, Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 65 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. For the most current manuals, go to http://www.precor.com.

  • Page 66: Obtaining Updated Documentation

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 Obtaining Updated Documentation Current documentation for Experience Series consoles and Preva Networked Fitness software is available at http://www.precor.com/productmanuals. You may want to check in for updated information from time to time as the universe of Preva features expands.
  • Page 67 Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ............ 3 Safety Precautions ................3 Educating Users ..................6 Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal ........6 Product Recycling and Disposal ............7 Regulatory Notices for the RFID Module ........7 Regulatory Notices for Cardiovascular Exercise Equipment ..............
  • Page 68 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 Self-Powered Features .............. 53 Informational Displays Prior to Shutdown ........54 Symptoms of a Low Battery ............54 Using the Optional Power Adapter ..........55 The Optional Power Adapter Kit .............55 Replacing the Battery ................

  • Page 69: Assembling The Efx

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

  • Page 70: Installation Requirements

    Hardware Kit (not to scale) The hardware kit shipped with this equipment contains the fasteners and other hardware components shown in the following table. Before you begin assembly, make sure that your hardware kit is complete. If not, please contact Precor Customer Support.
  • Page 71 Assembling the EFX Fasteners Quantity Flat washers (⁵₁₆-inch) Split washers (⁵₁₆-inch) Flat head hex drive screws (¹₄-inch x ³₄-inch) Phillips-head machine screws (#8 x ³₄-inch) Buttonhead screws (⁵₁₆–inch x�1 � –inch) Sockethead cap screws (#8 x 1¹₂-inch) Self-tapping screws (#8 x 1¹₂-inch)
  • Page 72 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 Handlebar bolt wrench Center cross bar cap Outer handrail cap (2) Inner handrail cap (2) Upright support covers (right-hand and left-hand sets)

  • Page 73: Required Tools

    Assembling the EFX Required Tools  #2 Phillips screwdriver Rubber mallet  SAE standard hex wrench set  SAE standard socket set   Two ⁹₁₆-inch wrenches (open-end and box-end) Wire cutter  Performing the Assembly DANGER Do not attempt to connect electrical power until all assembly procedures are complete and the console is properly installed.
  • Page 74 2. Thread the cable through the left upright support. Tape it to the top of the upright support to secure it temporarily. Important: Do not stretch, crimp, or damage the cable. Cables damaged by improper installation will not be covered by the Precor Limited Warranty. Figure 3: Route the cable...
  • Page 75 Assembling the EFX 3. Attach the left upright support to the base frame using four buttonhead screws, four split washers, and four ⁵₁₆-inch washers. Partially tighten the fasteners. Figure 4: Attach the upright support to the base frame 4. Repeat steps 2 through 4 to attach the right upright support.
  • Page 76 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 8. Pull the end of the cable upward through the opening just behind the lift motor, as shown in the previous illustration. 9. Attach the cable to the appropriate connector inside the base of the EFX, as shown in the following illustration and table.
  • Page 77 Assembling the EFX 11. Replace the central plastic base cover, then attach the four buttonhead screws you removed along with the cover. Tighten the screws completely. 12. Replace the lift cover that was removed in the first step. Figure 7: Lift cover replacement...
  • Page 78 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 To mount the center column support on the frame: Note: Check that the base fasteners are loose before installing the fasteners for the central column support. Have your assistant support the center column support while you align the inside mounting brackets with the upright supports.
  • Page 79 Assembling the EFX 3. Check alignments and thread the remaining four center column support screws, four ⁵₁₆-inch washers, and four split washers. Tighten with a ³₁₆-inch hex key so the assemblies come together, but leave room for adjustments. Figure 9: Attachment of center column support To tighten the fasteners properly: CAUTION: Upright support fasteners must be properly aligned and wrench-tightened in the order described below.
  • Page 80 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 2. Fully tighten the fasteners on the back of each upright support. Figure 11: Tighten the back fasteners on the upright supports 3. Fully tighten the fasteners on the lower sides of each upright support.
  • Page 81 Figure 15: Threading of the heart rate cable Important: Do not stretch, crimp, or damage the cable. Cables damaged by improper installation will not be covered by the Precor Limited Warranty.
  • Page 82 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 3. Insert the right handlebar into the handlebar clamp until the foam grip touches the side of the handlebar clamp. 4. Apply pressure to the handlebar and rotate it back and forth to ease it into the handlebar clamp.
  • Page 83 Assembling the EFX 3. Insert the center crossbar cap for each handlebar and press firmly into place. Figure 17: Center crossbar cap attachment Note: When secure, the center crossbar caps hold the lift cover in place. 4. Attach the outer handlebar caps. Figure 18: Outer handrail caps attachment...
  • Page 84 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 To attach the water bottle holder: Position the water bottle holder as shown and attach it to the right stationary handlebar. Figure 19: Water bottle attachment 2. Secure the holder using three Phillips-head screws. To attach the upright support covers: Place one inner and one outer upright support cover around one of the upright supports, aligning them so that...

  • Page 85: Leveling The Efx

    Assembling the EFX 5. Slide the covers down and snap them into the base mount. Note: Be sure to align the covers so that the lip of each cover fits inside the edge of the base mount and the hook on the base mount fits into the corresponding slot on the cover.

  • Page 86: Breaking In The Equipment

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 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 87: 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 cable assembly  Connecting cables ...
  • Page 88 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 Important: Before you begin the following procedure, remove the rear cover from the control console. 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.
  • Page 89 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 23: Console positioning on base unit 4.

  • Page 90: Connecting Cables (P80)

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 Connecting Cables (P80) After the console has been seated, separate the individual cables out of the end of the cable assembly and attach them to the appropriate circuit connectors inside the console. Refer to the following diagram and table to identify the cables and connectors.
  • Page 91 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 with splitter Two-contact plug, cable polarized and latched Data from base unit Eight-contact modular, on flat gray cable Heart rate sensors...
  • Page 92 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 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 93 Installing the Console 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 94 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 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 95: Completing The Console Installation (P80)

    Installing the Console Completing the Console Installation (P80) Important: To allow enough room to attach the console’s back cover, you must loosen the bracket holding the upper ends of the handlebars in place. If you do not loosen the bracket, the cover may break.

  • Page 96: Threading The Cable Assembly (P30 And P20)

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 Threading the Cable Assembly (P30 and P20) 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 cable assembly passes correctly through the openings in both components.
  • Page 97 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 30: Console positioning on base unit 4.

  • Page 98: Connecting Cables (P30)

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 Connecting Cables (P30) After the console has been seated, separate the individual cables out of the end of the cable assembly and attach them to the appropriate circuit connectors inside the console. Refer to the following diagram and table to identify the cables and connectors.
  • Page 99 Installing the Console Table 2. P30 internal cable connections Cable Connector Type Circuit Connector Location Safety key Six-contact strip, keyed (treadmills only) Auto Stop sensor Four-contact strip, keyed (treadmills only) Data from base unit Eight-contact modular, on flat gray cable Heart rate sensors Four-contact strip, keyed C-Safe...

  • Page 100: Connecting Cables (P20)

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 Connecting Cables (P20) After the console has been seated, separate the individual cables out of the end of the cable assembly and attach them to the appropriate circuit connectors inside the console. Refer to the following diagram and table to identify the cables and connectors.

  • Page 101: Completing The Console Installation (P30 And P20)

    Installing the Console Completing the Console Installation (P30 and P20) 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 102: Verifying That The Heart Rate Display Is Operational

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 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 103: 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 104: 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 105: Weekly Maintenance

    Maintenance Weekly Maintenance Perform the following maintenance tasks every week: Disconnect the external power supply. 2. Clean the ramps and wheels with water or an approved cleaner. 3. Inspect the power cord to verify that it is not pinched under the equipment or between any two moving parts. 4.

  • Page 106: Storing The Chest Strap

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 5. Check the belt tension of the step-up and drive belts. 6. Clean and lubricate the lift motor screw with an approved grease such as SuperLube® with Teflon® or Mobil 1® synthetic grease (adjustable-ramp models only).

  • Page 107: Self-Powered Features

    Chapter Self-Powered Features Important: This chapter of the manual describes Precor fitness equipment that can operate without being connected to AC power. This includes units equipped with P30 or P20 consoles. However, P80 consoles must be connected to AC power through their power supplies to operate.

  • Page 108: Informational Displays Prior To Shutdown

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 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 109: Using The Optional Power Adapter

    CAUTION: The internal cable kit must be installed by authorized service personnel. Do not attempt installation on your own as you could void the Precor Limited Warranty. For more information, refer to Obtaining Service. Important: If this equipment includes a P80 console, the optional...

  • Page 110: Replacing The Battery

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 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.

  • Page 111: Commercial Cardiovascular Equipment Limited Warranty

    CONDITIONS. Limited Warranty. Precor Incorporated warrants all new Precor products to be free from defects in materials and manufacture for the warranty periods set forth below. The warranty periods commence on the invoice date of the original purchase. This warranty applies only against defects discovered within the warranty period and extends only to the original purchaser of the product.
  • Page 112 Internet connectivity, such as Ethernet cabling, routers, servers and switches. Precor is not responsible for the quality of television, video, audio, or other media supplied to its products. This restriction applies to services, such as those provided by a cable or satellite television provider;...
  • Page 113 GIVEN ABOVE FOR THOSE SAME PARTS. PRECOR HEREBY DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES THOSE WARRANTIES THEREAFTER. Some States do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. PRECOR ALSO HEREBY DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES,...
  • Page 114 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 / 823 EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. PRECOR AND/OR ITS SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY, WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT (INCLUDING WARRANTY), TORT (INCLUDING ACTIVE, PASSIVE, OR IMPUTED NEGLIGENCE AND STRICT LIABILITY), OR...
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  • Page 116 Precor Incorporated EFX 8x3 PAG/OM 300712-341 rev G, en 20031 142nd Avenue NE Warranty #36286-114 P.O. Box 7202 11 July 2011 Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002...

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