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Precor C954i Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Commercial Treadmill Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    • If you purchased the optional chest strap, review the guidelines found in the Precor Heart Rate Option Owner’s Manual that is supplied with that option.

  • Page 3: Password Security

    Club Information . MAXIMUM USER WEIGHT You should not allow runners over 160 kg or walkers heavier than 225 kg on the treadmill. SAFETY APPROVAL When identified with the ETL-c logo, the treadmill has been tested and conforms to the require- ments of CAN/CSA-E-335-1/3-94, Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances.

  • Page 4: Grounding Instructions

    GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS The C956i or C954i treadmill must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, ground- ing provides a path of least resistance for electric current which reduces the risk of electrical shock. The C956i or C954i treadmill is equipped with a power cord having an equipment-ground- ing conductor and a grounding plug.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Turning the Unit ON and OFF ... 21 Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt ... 21 Club Information ... 22 Treadmill Location within the Club ... 22 Weight Limitations ... 22 Changing the Club Settings ... 22 Selecting the Language ... 24 Determining the Units of Measure ...
  • Page 6 Features on the Display Console ... 29 Top Display Windows ... 30 Upper Display (C956i only) ... 30 Center Display (C956i and C954i) ... 30 Keys on the Display Console ... 32 Keypad Tips ... 32 Exercising on the Treadmill ... 36 Using the Security Clip ...

  • Page 7: Radio Frequency Interference (Rfi)

    EN55022, Limits & Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference, Information Technology Equipment. Per the standard, the treadmill is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user is responsible to take adequate measures to alleviate the interference.

  • Page 8: Obtaining Service

    Do not attempt to service the treadmill yourself except for the maintenance tasks described in this manual. The treadmill does not contain any user-serviceable parts. For information about product operation or service, visit the Precor Web Site at www.precor.com or contact an authorized Precor Commercial Products Customer Support Representative at 1-888-665-4404.

  • Page 9: Unpacking The Treadmill

    Unpacking the Treadmill Thank you for purchasing the Precor C956i or C954i treadmill. Built to the exacting standards of the health club environment, the treadmill is intended for commercial use and can withstand the rigors of daily club use with little maintenance.

  • Page 10: Hardware Kit

    (L) six power cord clips Diagram 2 Hardware kit (not shown to scale). Note: After assembling the treadmill, be sure to store the hex keys in a secure place. The tools are used for specific maintenance procedures that are described in this manual.

  • Page 11: Setting Up The Treadmill

    Fill out and mail the limited warranty card. The serial number can be found on the shipping container or on the label near the power receptacle. Write the serial number onto the Precor limited warranty card found on the back cover of this manual and in the Obtaining Service section.
  • Page 12 To avoid injury to yourself or damage to the unit, ask for help in maneuvering the treadmill. Remove the Diagram 4 hood. Hood 4. Remove the hood. Diagram 4. Gently, lift the hood off the treadmill and set it aside. page 12...
  • Page 13 Remove the Diagram 5 shipping fasteners from the left side front panel. Shipping fasteners found on left and right sides of the front panel. Left side mounting bracket 5. Attach the left side upright support. Diagram 5. Take the following steps. a.
  • Page 14 CAUTION: To avoid damage to the display cable, read the following steps carefully. Damage to the cable due to improper assembly is not covered by the Precor limited warranty. 6. Secure the display console to the left upright support. Diagram 7.
  • Page 15 Diagram 9 Route the cable. Right upright support Display cable Base frame Base mounting bracket Right upright support Bracket hole Lower board b. Route the display cable through the right upright support. Ask an assistant to hold the upright support close to the right side mounting bracket. Route the cable through the upright support (see Diagram 9, #1) and pull it out of the large hole on the side of the support near its base.
  • Page 16 Diagram 11 Secure the right upright support. Screws (D), washers (E), and barrel spacers (F) Tighten so that the upright is secure, but leave room for adjustments. Front panel Shipping fasteners with washers (B) 8. Secure the right side upright support. Diagram 11. Obtain two long sockethead screws (D), washers (E) and barrel spacers (F) from the Hardware kit.
  • Page 17 (93 cm). It will not fit through a standard 32-inch doorway. 11. Attach the handrails. Diagram 13. For ease of assembly, place the side rails or adjustable rear feet on blocks. Obtain assistance to lift the treadmill. Do not place blocks beneath the running bed.
  • Page 18 13. Tighten all mounting screws with the hex keys provided. Diagram 15. Start at the front of the treadmill with the four screws that attach the upright supports to the front panel. Tightening these screws first helps pull the rest of the treadmill’s parts into alignment.
  • Page 19 Use a bubble level as shown in Diagram 16 to verify that the running deck is level. If the treadmill is placed on a slightly, uneven surface, adjusting the rear feet can help, but will not compensate for extremely uneven surfaces.
  • Page 20 Important: Check the length of the power cord to make sure that it cannot get pinched or damaged by the incline lift movement. CAUTION: The treadmill requires a dedicated, grounded circuit. A 20 amp dedicated circuit is recommended. Make sure that no other product or machine uses the same circuit as the treadmill.

  • Page 21: Turning The Unit On And Off

    Important: If the belt needs alignment, make the adjustments immediately after turning the treadmill OFF. Failure to do so might cause the belt to tear or fray, which is not covered by the Precor Limited Warranty. 7. To stop the running belt, press the red STOP button.

  • Page 22: Club Information

    CSAFE compatible devices TREADMILL LOCATION WITHIN THE CLUB It is important to keep the area around the treadmill open and free from encum- brances such as other equipment. The minimum space requirement needed for user safety and proper maintenance is one meter by two meters square, directly behind the running belt.
  • Page 23 5, 6, 5, 1, 5, 6, 5 Note: Once you begin entering the sequence above, each key must be pressed within four seconds of the other or the Precor banner reappears and you have to begin again. Display key functions within the Club Custom Mode ▼▲...

  • Page 24: Selecting The Language

    Password Settings Enabled Disabled CAUTION: Precor recommends that you leave the password protection enabled. If you choose to change the security of the treadmill, it is your responsibility to make sure that no unauthorized personnel or children are allowed on or near the treadmill.

  • Page 25: Determining The Club Speed Limit

    SETTING A PAUSE TIME LIMIT Setting a pause time limit is useful because the treadmill returns to the Precor banner at a selected interval after the STOP button is pressed whether the user planned to return or not.

  • Page 26: Removing Or Providing A Fitness Test

    Press ENTER to confirm your selection. CHANGING THE C956i CUSTOM PROGRAMS Note: This aspect of the Club Custom mode does not appear in the C954i treadmill. Two custom programs (Program 1 and Program 2) exist in the C956i treadmill. After you modify Program 1 (or opt to bypass it), Program 2 appears on the dis- play.

  • Page 27: Viewing The Odometer, Hours Of Use, Software Version And Error Log

    To view the serial number, press ENTER. Write the serial number onto the warranty registration form and in the space provided on page 8. The serial number is helpful should you ever need to contact Customer Support. To return to the Precor banner, press ENTER, STOP, or RESET. page 27...

  • Page 28: Using Csafe Standard Equipment

    USING CSAFE STANDARD EQUIPMENT The C956i and C954i are fully compatible with CSAFE protocols. If the unit is connected to a CSAFE master device, the user will be prompted to enter a user ID. Five zeros appear on the display. The left zero blinks to indicate that it is awaiting input. The...

  • Page 29: The C956I/C954I Display

    The C956i/C954i Display The C956i or C954i is designed so users can work out with minimal instruction or training. The directions on the console and the prompts on the display will guide a user through the entire workout session. Before the treadmill is used, however, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with it so you can instruct your customers to use it safely and effectively.

  • Page 30: Top Display Windows

    UPPER DISPLAY (C956i only) The Precor banner and program profiles appear in the large center display (LED matrix). Always start a workout at the Precor banner. During workouts, the program profile appears in the center display and corresponds to the program you selected.
  • Page 31 INCLINE: Displays the percent of incline during your workout. The INCLINE ▲ and ▼ keys affect the treadmill’s lift and let you set an incline between 0% and 15%. The values displayed can change (in 0.5% increments). You can also use the numeric keys to designate the incline, once the program has begun.

  • Page 32: Keys On The Display Console

    KEYS ON THE DISPLAY CONSOLE The Precor treadmills have an easy-to-use keypad that is activated by the slightest touch. Remind users that they only need to apply gentle pressure to the keypad. Each key on the keypad provides specific functions. Numeric keys (numbered 1 - 0) let you enter data in answer to the display prompts and change the speed or incline during a workout.
  • Page 33 To resume a workout, the SPEED s must be pressed. If no key press is detected and the pause time limit elapses, the display returns to the Precor banner. A default time limit of two minutes exists or a “pause time limit” can be set by the club, refer to Club Information .
  • Page 34 Eventually, the two meet at the target speed. Another feature of the SPEED ▼▲ keys lets you review the treadmill’s speed and pace any time during your workout. If speed and/or pace is not one of the chosen features being displayed, you can view the speed of the running belt and your pace by lightly touching the SPEED ▼...
  • Page 35 The QUICKSTART key can be pressed any time during the setup prompts. Default values apply after that point. See the table below: Press QUICKSTART at the,... Precor banner Program prompt Workout Time prompt Distance Goal prompt Calorie Goal prompt Weight prompt Age prompt ENTER: Workout specific prompts need to be answered and “entered”...

  • Page 36: Exercising On The Treadmill

    Exercising on the Treadmill Once the C956i or C954i is set up, it is ready to use. There are no complex instruc- tions to follow or mandatory programming steps required to operate the treadmill. The easy-to-understand prompts let you select a program and specify how long you want to work out.
  • Page 37 To exit the summary state, press RESET again or wait until the time limit (two minutes) elapses. The display returns to the Precor banner. Note: The factory setting for pause mode is two minutes (120 seconds). The club has the option to change the setting.

  • Page 38: Quick Steps To Working Out

    RESET, to return to the Precor banner. QUICK STEPS TO WORKING OUT The steps to working out on the C956i/C954i are listed below. A short explanation appears on the left with the more thorough description following on the right. CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, obtain a complete physical examination from your physician.
  • Page 39 Select a workout 4. At the Precor banner, select one of the following options: option. 5. To display the program selections, use any ▼ or ▲ key. Press Select a program. 6. Follow the prompts on the display. Once you have entered Begin exercising.

  • Page 40: Cooling Down After A Workout

    You are given two minutes to review your workout statistics before the display automatically resets to the Precor banner. You can also press RESET, to return to the Precor banner. step down from the treadmill.

  • Page 41: Programs

    Programs The C954i provides four programs while the C956i lets you choose between 21 variable programs. This section provides information about the special features and functions of the treadmill’s programs and how to best utilize the: • SmartRate feature • Track course •...
  • Page 42 Diagram 23 Target Zones. 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 For the ideal “weight loss” range, your heart rate should be between 55% and 70% of your maximum aerobic heart rate. It should never exceed 85% of your maximum aerobic heart rate or go above your target zone.

  • Page 43: Manual Mode And The Quickstart Key

    MANUAL MODE AND THE QUICKSTART KEY Manual mode (C956i and C954i) lets you control the incline and running belt speed which affects the effort you put into your workout. As with other programs, when you complete the time limit set for the program, the automatic cool-down period begins.

  • Page 44: C956I Interval Program

    C956i INTERVAL PROGRAM The three interval programs on the C956i let you select the rest and work intervals according to your training regimen. In the 1-3 interval program, each rest interval is followed by three work intervals. In the 1-2 interval program, each rest interval is followed by two work intervals.

  • Page 45: C956I Custom Programs

    • The treadmill provides a 3-minute warm-up period before entering the Heart Rate program. During this time, you may make changes to the incline by using the numeric keypad or INCLINE ▲▼ keys. Use the SPEED ▼▲ keys to set the running belt’s speed.

  • Page 46: C956I Weight Loss Program

    Note: The speed remains constant, if you were at or below 1 mph (1.5 kph). C956i WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM The Precor Weight Loss program incorporates the latest findings on fat-burning and weight loss through exercise. It is based on research at the world-renowned Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research and it is designed to help you burn the most fat during a 28-minute workout, while minimizing the risk of discomfort and injury.

  • Page 47: Fitness Test

    Note: The club can remove the Fitness Test from the choice of programs on the treadmill. If Custom Program 2 appears as program number 16 on the C956i, the Fitness Test has been disabled by the club and is no longer available to the user.
  • Page 48 • you complete the test. The C956i or C954i is built to withstand the rigors of the health club environment. However, as club manager or owner, you are responsible for cleaning and main- page 48...

  • Page 49: Maintenance

    A safety lanyard with its security clip must be fastened to the treadmill’s red STOP button. Do not allow users on a tread- mill without it. To order parts or to contact a Precor authorized service provider in your area, refer to Obtaining Service . CLEANING THE EQUIPMENT Most of the working mechanisms are protected inside the treadmill’s hood and...
  • Page 50 Realigning the belt takes a few simple adjustments. If you are unsure about this procedure, call Precor Customer Support (see Obtaining Service .) Take the following steps to align the running belt on the treadmill. To ensure your safety, make all adjustments while the treadmill is OFF.

  • Page 51: Storing The Chest Strap

    Refer to Obtaining Service . LONG TERM STORAGE When the treadmill is not in use for any length of time, turn it OFF. Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet and is positioned so that it will not become damaged or interfere with other equipment or people.
  • Page 52 Notes: page 52...

  • Page 53: Warranty Registration Card

    PLACE We are confident that you will be pleased with your purchase and that your new Precor equipment will help satisfy your customers’ fitness needs, while helping you meet your business goals. To allow us to serve you better, please take a few moments to complete and return your warranty registration.
  • Page 54 ❑ Ellipticals What other brands of cardio equipment do you currently offer (check all that apply): ❑ Life Fitness ❑ True What other Precor equipment do you currently offer (check all that apply): ❑ EFX ❑ Cycle ® ❑ Treadmill ❑...

  • Page 55: Precor Limited Warranty

    To claim under this warranty, the buyer must notify Precor 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 or its service representative.

  • Page 56: Specifications

    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 Precor considers the unauthorized appropriation of its proprietary rights to be a very serious matter.

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