Important Safety Instructions Read the following precautions thoroughly before you begin assembly, and save them afterward for future reference. Safety Precautions Always follow basic safety precautions when using this equipment to reduce the chance of injury, fire, or damage. Other sections in this manual provide more details of safety features.
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Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Never leave the equipment unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug the equipment from its power source when it is not in use, before cleaning it, and before providing authorized service. Note: The optional power adapter is considered a power source for self-powered equipment.
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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. Do not operate the equipment where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
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.
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: ...
Precor authorized dealer. Precor exercise equipment that is connected to an external power circuit, such as treadmills or equipment with optional power supplies for self-powered equipment, must be properly grounded.
Do not attempt to service the equipment except for maintenance tasks. 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/productmanuals.
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Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer...
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ... 3 Safety Precautions ... 3 Educating Users ... 6 Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal ... 6 Product Recycling and Disposal ... 6 Regulatory Notices for Cardiovascular Exercise Equipment ... 7 120 V and 240 V Equipment Designated for U.S.
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.
Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Begin installation of all fasteners by hand, then partially tighten them. Do not fully tighten fasteners until instructed to do so. Important: When wrench-tightening the screws, make sure the head of the fastener is parallel to the product surface. If it is not, stop tightening to avoid cross-threading.
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Assembling the EFX Required Tools Wire tie cutter Phillips-head screwdriver SAE Standard socket set Hardware Kit (not to scale) Table 1. Hardware Kit Fasteners -inch combination wrenches (open-end and box) Quantity Buttonhead screw (1-inch) Washer -inch) Socket head cap screw (1¼-inch)
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Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Fasteners Quantity Bushings Link arm caps 2 Pivot arm caps Pivot axle covers Upright support covers (packaged separately)
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: Feed cable through right upright support...
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Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer 2. Attach both upright supports to the base frame using eight buttonhead screws, eight split washers, and eight washers. Finger tighten. Figure 4: Attaching the upright supports Installing the Display Console Mount Ask your assistant to hold the display console mount above the upright supports while you connect the cable.
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CAUTION: Make sure the display console mount screws are properly threaded into the inserts. Do not cross thread. The Precor Limited Warranty does not cover damage that occurs during installation. Figure 6: Attaching the side bolts 4. Check alignments and thread the remaining four display console mount screws, four washers, and four split washers.
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Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Installing the Bottle Holder The bottle holder attaches to the right stationary arm handrail. To install the bottle holder: Position the water bottle holder as shown and attach it to the right stationary handrail. Figure 7: Attaching the water bottle 2.
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Assembling the EFX Installing the Handlebars CAUTION: Handlebars can swing and cause injury. Have your assistant hold the handlebar and gently lower it into a vertical position when the handlebar assembly is complete. To install the moving handlebars: For proper alignment, rotate the pivot arm to a horizontal position.
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Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer 3. Attach the handlebars to the link arms using two hex head screws, two bushings, and four washers. For ease of installation, slide the corresponding foot pedal to the top of the ramp before attaching each handlebar. Important: Install the fasteners in the order shown.
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Assembling the EFX Attaching the Caps and Upright Support Cover You will need the arm caps and foot covers to complete the following tasks. To attach the caps and upright support covers: Align the cut-out inside the link arm cap with the link arm mounting hole.
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Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer 4. Slide the covers down into the base mount. Secure each pair of covers using two self-tapping screws and a Phillips-head screwdriver. Figure 13: Attaching the pivot axle covers 5. Insert the two pivot axle covers and press firmly into place.
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.
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 ...
Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Threading the Cable Assembly 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.
Installing the Console Connecting Cables 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.
Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Completing the Console Installation 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.
Self-Powered Features On self-powered equipment, the system initializes and displays the Welcome screen when a user starts exercising. A minimum rate of motion must be maintained for the banner to appear, as shown in the following table. When a person meets the requirements, the power that is generated allows the equipment to function properly.
Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer 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.
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. Once the internal cable kit is installed, you can plug the optional power adapter into the equipment.
Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer 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.
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 Daily Cleaning Precor recommends that you clean the equipment before and after each exercise session.
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.
Maintenance 7. Verify that the unit sits squarely on the floor. All of its feet should be touching the floor and the unit should not rock or wobble when in use. If not, re-level it as described in. Monthly Maintenance DANGER USE EXTREME CAUTION when the rear cover of any EFX is removed.
Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Storing the Chest Strap If you purchased the optional heart rate chest strap, store it in a place where it remains free of dust and dirt (for example, in a closet or drawer). Be sure to protect the chest strap from extremes in temperature.
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.
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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;...
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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,...
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Assembling and Maintaining the EFX 821 Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer 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...