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Precor 718e Owner's Manual

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Low Impact Climber
with Pulse*
*Several versions of this owner's manual exist. This
is a copy of the last version published. If the
assembly instructions do not coincide with your
718e, please call Precor Customer Service.
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Owner's Manual
Assembly and Operation
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  • Page 1 Pulse* *Several versions of this owner’s manual exist. This is a copy of the last version published. If the assembly instructions do not coincide with your 718e, please call Precor Customer Service. Owner’s Manual Assembly and Operation Page 1...
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing the Precor 718e or 723e Low Impact Climber with Low Impact Pulse. The pulse feature lets you view your pulse rate on the display when you use the Precor pulse detector (ear clip option) or the Precor Heart Rate Option.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Unpacking the 718e Low Impact Climber ..........Assembling the 718e Low Impact Climber .......... Installation Requirements ..............Assembly Instructions ................. Using the Precor 718e Low Impact Climber ..........16 Understanding the Electronic Console ..........

  • Page 4: Unpacking The 718E Low Impact Climber

    The rope attached to the 718e upright assembly is used to install the reed switch cable. Do not remove the rope from the 718e upright assembly at this time. Do not cut the wire ties holding the stair arms to the upright support.
  • Page 5 (E) Two small bolts (F) Two phillips-head screws (G) One 3/16" hex key (H) One 1/2" wrench (I) Two AA batteries If any items are missing, contact your authorized Precor dealer. For the dealer nearest you, call 1-800-4-PRECOR. Page 5...

  • Page 6: Assembling The 718E Low Impact Climber

    Assembling the 718e Low Impact Climber The information in this section provides instructions regarding the assembly of the 718e or 723e Low Impact Climber. You should carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. If you do not assemble and use the climber according to the following guidelines, you could void the Precor limited warranty.
  • Page 7 Remove a gasket (A) from the hardware kit. Align the upright support with the mounting holes in the base. Place the gasket between the upright support mount and base. Diagram 4 Attach frame to base Upright support Washer Gasket Bolt Weld Base Front crossbar...
  • Page 8 Diagram 5 Pull reed switch cable through upright support Rope Upright support Reed switch cable connector Reed switch cable Feed Reed Switch Cable through Upright Support. (Diagram 5) Remove the bolts from the base column support (short column) and set them aside.
  • Page 9 Diagram 6 Attach base column support to upright support Reed switch cable connector Upright support Gasket Base column support (short column) CAUTION: Make sure you do Secure Upper Frame Pieces Together. (Diagram 6) Gently pull the reed not crimp the reed switch switch cable from the top of the upright support as you align the bolt holes cable when you tighten the in the upright support with the base column support and gasket.
  • Page 10 Diagram 8 Attach resistance cylinder to upright support Upper axle Spacer Washer Bolt Upright support Adjustment portion Resistance cylinder Indicator arrow Attach Resistance Cylinders to Upright Support. (Diagram 8) Remove the bolt, washer and spacer from the upper axle using your fingers or the hex key (G) provided.
  • Page 11 Diagram 10 Attach resistance cylinder to stair arm Bolt Washer Resistance cylinder mount Bushing U-shaped mount Stair arm Align the resistance cylinder with the holes in the U-shaped mount and slide the resistance cylinder into position. See Diagram 10. Insert the bolt through the U-shaped mount and resistance cylinder as shown in Diagram 10.
  • Page 12 Diagram 12 Install electronic console Electronic console Phillips-head screws Handrail console Install Electronic Console. (Diagram 12) To attach the electronic console display to the handrail console, take the following steps: Plug the slotted reed switch cable connector into its receptacle on the underside of the electronic console display.
  • Page 13 Move both stair arms so that the top of the stair arms line up with the red box located on the Precor label. See Diagram 15. Have an assistant hold the stair arms in place while you route the rope through the pulley.
  • Page 14 Important: Before you mark the rope, be sure that the top of both stair to working out, the tension on arms line up with the top of the red box on the Precor label. Refer to the guide rope must be set Diagram 15 on page 13.
  • Page 15 Note: To obtain a new rope call your local Precor dealer at 1-800-4- PRECOR. Every time you use your climber, make sure that all frame-to-frame and frame- to-base bolts are still tight.

  • Page 16: Using The Precor 718E Low Impact Climber

    In addition to providing an excellent cardiovascular workout, one of the advantages of the 718e climber is that it is simple to use. With very little time or practice, you can learn how to use it effectively. This section provides informa- tion and instructions about the following: •...

  • Page 17: Keys

    The estimate is based on a 150 pound (68 kg) person working out at your current steps per minute. PULSE—shows your heart rate if you have installed the Precor receiver and put on a Precor/Polar chest strap or attached the pulse detector (Precor’s ear clip option) to the console.

  • Page 18: Setting The Resistance Level

    Setting the Resistance Level CAUTION: Do not adjust the Before using the 718e climber, you need to adjust the resistance level. resistance cylinders after Resistance, which is related to your body weight and your step height during extended continuous use...

  • Page 19: Setting A Pacer

    To use the pulse feature, plug the pulse detector into the electronic console and attach the ear clip to your ear lobe. See Diagram 21. Or, if you have a Precor/ Polar chest strap, put it on and plug the receiver into the electronic console.

  • Page 20: Pausing Your Workout

    CAUTION: Before beginning Working Out on the 718e Climber any fitness program, you To use the 718e climber, take the following steps: should have a complete physical examination by your Press RESET on the electronic console and hold for 3 seconds. Release the physician.
  • Page 21 Make sure that your weight is balanced and your hands and feet are positioned securely. Refer to How to Use the 718e Climber . Start your workout by taking steps 4 to 8 inches in height, at a cadence that will allow your heart rate to reach your training zone within 5 minutes.

  • Page 22: Sample Exercise Routines

    Sample Exercise Routines CAUTION: Before beginning For a good upper body workout, set the resistance cylinders at a moderate any fitness program, you level—between the markings 4 and 6 and take the following steps: should have a complete Stand erect with your feet placed firmly on the stair arm footpads. physical examination by your physician.

  • Page 23: General Aerobic Training Information

    General Aerobic Training Information A workout on the Precor 718e climber provides excellent and efficient cardio- vascular conditioning, while strengthening and toning the thighs, calves, and hips. The darkened areas in Diagram 23 indicate the muscles improved. Diagram 23 Muscles exercised during a stair climber workout.

  • Page 24: How Hard Should I Exercise

    Diagram 24 HEART RATE TRAINING ZONE Heart rate training zones MAX. HEART RATE 80% OF MAX. HEART RATE 65% OF MAX. HEART RATE YOUR AGE How Hard Should I Exercise? Studies have shown that to achieve the benefits of aerobic exercise, it is necessary to work out hard enough to raise your heart rate to a certain minimum level, called the “training zone.”...

  • Page 25: How Long Should I Exercise

    Once you locate your pulse, look at a watch or a clock with a second hand and count the beats for six seconds. Multiply that number by 10 to determine the total number of beats per minute. For example, if you count 14 beats over six seconds, the total number of beats per minute is 140.

  • Page 26: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Wipe the surface of the electronic console with a surface finish. moist sponge or cloth. Dry with a clean towel. Never pour liquids on the 718e electronic console. Changing the Batteries The electronic console comes with two “AA” alkaline batteries installed. When your console no longer shows a digital readout or the count becomes erratic, you need to change the batteries.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting Tips

    • Check bolts for tightness. Obtaining Service Do not attempt to service the 718e climber yourself except for changing the batteries or performing other maintenance tasks as described in this manual. For further information about product operation or service, contact an autho- rized Precor dealer (or a Precor Factory Authorized Service Company).
  • Page 28 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. Precor will vigorously pursue all unauthorized appropriation including through legal actions.

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