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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual Low Impact Treadmills featuring the Heart Rate Interactive System page 1...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, take the following precautions: • When it is plugged in, do not leave the M9.21i or M9.21si unattended. Unplug the unit from the power source when it is not in use, and before putting on or taking off parts. •... - Page 3 • Handle the Precor Heart Rate Option with care. Do not drop the equipment. It might damage the transmitter and you could void the manufacturer’s limited warranty. •...
- Page 4 Federal Communications Commission, Part 15 The M9.21i or M9.21si treadmill has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
- Page 5 édicté par le ministére des Communications du Canada.” Grounding Instructions The M9.21i or M9.21si Low Impact Treadmill must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current which reduces the risk of electrical shock.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Before You Begin ............1 Unpacking the M9.21i or M9.21si Low Impact Treadmill ....1 Setting Up the Low Impact Treadmill ......3 Installation Requirements ............... 3 Assembly Instructions ..............3 Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt ........8 Using the Low Impact Treadmill ........ -
Page 7: Before You Begin
— a damage to the equipment. visual aid that lets you, the user, see your heart rate with a glance. On the M9.21i or M9.21si, the optional Precor receiver must be installed and the Precor Heart Rate Option chest strap worn, “WARNING:”... - Page 8 (J) two lower handrail clamps (K) one magnetic safety key assembly (L) one water bottle cage If any items are missing, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the treadmill or call 1-800-4-PRECOR for the dealer nearest you. page 8...
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Page 9: Setting Up The Low Impact Treadmill
Setting Up the Low Impact Treadmill You do not need any special knowledge or experience to set up a M9.21i or M9.21si treadmill. However, you must review and follow the instructions in this manual. If you do not assemble and use the treadmill according to the following guidelines, you might void the Precor limited warranty. - Page 10 Diagram 2 Remove the hood. Hood Screw Base Wheel Remove the treadmill’s hood using a phillips head screwdriver. Unscrew all six screws and set them aside. See Diagram 2. Grasp both sides of the hood with your hands and pull up to remove the hood from the base.
- Page 11 Diagram 4 Secure the upright column support. Upright column Front plate Hex key (F) Frame-to-base bolt (A) Motor Secure the upright column support to the base by lifting it into position onto the base mounting plate. See Diagram 4. Align the bolt holes and hold onto the upright column support as you insert the frame-to-base bolts and finger tighten.
- Page 12 Diagram 6 Attach lower handrails. Handrail mounting hole Handrail Side rail Handrail nut plate Guide rail Base of treadmill Lower handrail clamp 10. To mount the lower portion of the handrails, take the lower handrail clamps (J), two of the internal star washers (E), and lower handrail clamp bolts (C) out of the hardware kit.
- Page 13 Follow steps 1 through 4 in Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt, and then, adjust the incline to a minimum of 3%. Turn OFF the treadmill and unplug it before moving it. 14. Continue on to Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt to complete the installation of the M9.21i or M9.21si treadmill. page 13...
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Page 14: Checking The Alignment Of The Running Belt
Running Belt in Chapter 7. Important: If you notice that the belt needs alignment, make the adjustments at once. Failure to do so might cause the belt to tear or fray which is not covered by the Precor limited warranty. -
Page 15: Using The Low Impact Treadmill
Using the Low Impact Treadmill As simple as using the M9.21i or M9.21si Low Impact Treadmill might seem, you should read this section so that you can use the treadmill safely and effectively. This section of the owner’s manual provides the basic information you need for exercising on your treadmill, including the following: •... -
Page 16: Understanding The Electronic Console
Precor Heart Rate Option) is available at any time. When you use the Precor Heart Rate Option, the chest strap that you wear transmits a signal which is picked up by the M9.21i or M9.21si software and displayed numerically (when the Heart Rate indicator is lit). -
Page 17: Keys On The Electronic Console
The displays clear, your workout statistics are saved and added to the cumulative totals. Continue to press HOLD TO RESET and the Precor banner appears on the display. You can also use this key to exit other courses prematurely. See Ending Your Workout . -
Page 18: Customizing The Display
The M9.21i or M9.21si treadmill can display speed in either miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (kph) and distance in miles or kilometers. When the M9.21i or M9.21si is shipped from the factory, it is set to display to U.S. Standard units of measure (mph and miles). You can also choose to turn the Smart Rate display on or off and change whether the TIME or DISTANCE prompt appears after you choose a preprogrammed course. -
Page 19: Working Out On The Low Impact Treadmill
Before and after a workout, gently stretch your lower body and back to help prevent stiffness or soreness. A variety of exercise options are available on the M9.21i or M9.21si. The course profiles on the Quick Steps to Working Out M9.21i (refer to the label on the electronic console) provide workouts from manual mode to... - Page 20 Press ENTER. Enter AGE. The AGE prompt appears if the Precor Heart Rate Option receiver is installed in the electronic console display. If you wish to purchase this valuable option package, contact the dealer nearest you by calling, 1-800-4-PRECOR.
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Page 21: Using The Quick Start Feature
QUICK START feature on the automatically at 1 mph after the display scrolls M9.21i or M9.21si treadmill allows you to bypass the setup prompts and access manual mode. The the message “Belt Starting 3, 2, 1,..”... -
Page 22: Changing The Interval Course Profile
Work and Rest intervals. Then, gradually increase the incline during the Work interval until you can maintain a constant pace. To use the interval course, follow the steps in Working Out on Your M9.21i or M9.21si Treadmill . At the “SELECT COURSE” prompt, use the keys to display “INTV,”... -
Page 23: Using The Weight Loss Program
Refer to Diagram 15 in Getting the Most Out of Your Workout for your appropriate training zone. Important: If you use the Precor Heart Rate Option, you can adjust the rest or work intervals if your heart rate is above or below the recommended zones for your age. For the Weight Loss course, try to maintain your heart rate at the lower end (55% of maximum heart rate) while in the “rest”... -
Page 24: Using The Manual Course Program
Using the Manual Course Program CAUTION: Hold onto the handrails when you Manual mode lets you use the M9.21i or M9.21si treadmill for an indefinite period of time while press QUICK START. The running belt starts controlling the speed and incline. -
Page 25: Creating Custom Courses On The M9.21Si
10 dots on the display. Once you complete your workout, the course is stored in memory and can be automatically recalled using the same program number. To create a custom course, follow the steps in Working Out on the M9.21i or M9.21si Low Impact Treadmill and add the following variation. -
Page 26: Using The Precor Heart Rate Option
• correcting inconsistent heart rate readings Important: If you do not use the Precor Heart Rate Option and the optional heart rate receiver according to the guidelines found in this manual, you could jeopardize the accuracy of your heart rate readings or void the Precor limited warranty. -
Page 27: Utilizing The Heart Rate Interactive System
Note: You must wear the Precor chest strap to use the Heart Rate Course. To use the course follow the steps in Working Out on the M9.21i or M9.21si Low Impact Treadmill and choose “HRC” at the “SELECT COURSE” prompt. The following occurs: CAUTION: Always check with your physician to A prompt asks you to select a workout time. -
Page 28: Correcting Inconsistent Heart Rate Readings
Correcting Inconsistent Heart Rate Readings If you have purchased the Precor Heart Rate Option and the treadmill cannot pick up your heart rate signal or messages appear on the display regarding heart rate errors, stop your workout and take the following steps: Important: Be sure that the optional heart rate receiver is installed in the electronic console. -
Page 29: Getting The Most Out Of Your Workout
Gastrocnemius/Soleus Peroneus Longus/Brevis A workout on the M9.21i or M9.21si 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 14 indicate the muscles improved. - Page 30 Diagram 15 Training zones HEART RATE TRAINING ZONE MAX. HEART RATE 80% OF 114 111 MAX. 107 104 HEART RATE 65% OF MAX. HEART RATE YOUR AGE Diagram 15 shows your recommended heart rate training zone, which is calculated using your age and your maximum aerobic heart rate.
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Page 31: How Long Should I Exercise
How Long Should I Exercise? The length of each exercise session depends on your fitness level. Exercise physiologists have determined that, to attain cardiovascular benefits from exercise, you should maintain your heart rate in its training zone for at least 15 minutes. This is in addition to your warm-up time, and does not include cool down. -
Page 32: Maintaining The Low Impact Treadmills
Cleaning the Equipment CAUTION: Turn OFF the treadmill and discon- Your Precor treadmill relies on low friction for efficient operation. To keep the friction low, the nect the power cord before performing most treadmill must be as clean as possible. -
Page 33: Storing The Chest Strap
Realigning the belt takes a few simple adjustments. If you are unsure about this procedure, call hair. Be very careful to keep your fingers or any your authorized Precor dealer for service (see Obtaining Service ). other object clear of the belt and rollers, especially in front of the roller and behind the Take the following steps to adjust the running belt on the treadmill. -
Page 34: Adjusting The Tension Of The Belt
STOP key or is properly aligned. pulling the magnetic safety key out of the electronic console. Contact your Precor service representative. Adjusting the Tension of the Belt Proper belt tension is important for a smooth, steady run. If your physical condition permits, test the belt tension by jogging at 6 mph (10 kph). -
Page 35: Obtaining Service
Obtaining Service Do not attempt to service the M9.21i or M9.21si Low Impact Treadmill yourself except for minor belt adjustments and maintenance as described in this manual. The M9.21i or M9.21si treadmill does not contain any user-serviceable parts. For information about product operation or service, contact an authorized Precor dealer or a Precor Factory Authorized Service Company. - Page 36 Precor aggressively seeks 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.