Precor EFX556 Owner's Manual
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  • Page 1 ® Commercial EFX Owner’s Manual EFX 556 ®...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    EFX556. • To ensure the proper use and safety of the EFX556, make sure that all users read this manual. Please make this manual a part of your club’s training program. Remind the club users that before beginning any fit- ness program, he or she should obtain a complete physical examination from his or her physician.
  • Page 3: Hazardous Materials And Proper Disposal

    HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND PROPER DISPOSAL The EFX556 has an internal battery which must be removed before the EFX is scrapped. The battery contains materials which are considered hazardous to the environment. Proper disposal of the battery is required by federal law.
  • Page 4: Rfi - Radio Frequency Interference

    CAUTION — Per FCC rules, changes or modifications to the EFX not expressly approved by Precor, could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canadian Department of Communications This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
  • Page 5: European Applications

    This product has been tested to the requirements of EN55022, “Limits & Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference, Information Technology Equipment.” Per that standard, the EFX556 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 6: Obtaining Service

    The serial number can be found on a label near the power receptacle on the rear cover. Refer to Diagram B. If you have any questions regarding the EFX556, use the model and serial numbers whenever you call your Precor dealer or servicer.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal ......3 Safety Approval ..............3 RFI — Radio Frequency Interference ........4 European Applications ............5 Precor Heart Rate Option - Safety Guidelines ......5 Obtaining Service ..............6 About this Manual ..............6 Unpacking the EFX ............9 Standard Equipment ...............
  • Page 8 Table of Contents, continued The EFX556 Display ............19 Features on the Display Console ..........19 ® Smart Rate Display .............. 20 Heart Rate Display ..............20 Upper Display ................. 20 Lower Display ................. 20 Keys on the Display Console ..........22 Keypad Tips ................
  • Page 9: Unpacking The Efx

    Operation requires cable connection to a separate computer.) • Battery recharger If you are interested in obtaining Precor option kits for your unit, check with your dealer. To locate the dealer nearest you, call 1-800-786-8404. For customer service, see Obtaining Service on page 6.
  • Page 10: Hardware Kit

    EFX556 Diagram 1 Hardware kit If any items are missing, contact your dealer. For the Precor authorized dealer or servicer nearest you, call 1-888-665-4404. Note: After assembling the EFX, be sure to store the hex keys in a secure place.
  • Page 11: Setting Up The Efx

    2. Pull the large cardboard piece away from the base frame assembly. Ask for assistance to move the EFX556 off the shipping pallet. You may need to cut the tie wraps that hold the base frame and roller arms to the pallet.
  • Page 12 Diagram 2 Attach the handlebars to the base assembly. Screws (D) Handlebar Note that the curved section Base frame points toward the rear Align curved edge cover. on base assembly with handlebar’s curved edge. 4. Attach the handlebars. Diagram 2. Take the following steps: a.
  • Page 13 CAUTION: Do not stretch, crimp, or damage the cable. Excess cable may be gently pushed into the upper support tube. Cables damaged by improper installation will not be covered by the Precor Limited Warranty. 7. Connect the cables. Diagram 3. Insert the cable into its receptacle. Just like a telephone connection, a definite "click"...
  • Page 14: Supplying Power To The Efx556

    Front end Height adjustor Note: You have completed the assembly of the EFX556. To level the unit, continue with the steps below. CAUTION: A fully-assembled EFX556 weights over 200 lbs (90 kilograms). To avoid possible injury, obtain appropriate assistance when moving the EFX556.
  • Page 15: Club Information

    Note: If your customers are interested in the learning more about the EFX, you may wish to direct them to the user manual available on Precor’s web site (www.precor.com). (The manual that appears on the web site does not contain the information found in this section.)
  • Page 16: Selecting The Language

    Check that the Precor (or club) banner appears on the display. Press the appropriate key sequences. Important: To access Club Custom mode, press Reset while the Precor banner is displayed. Within ½ second, begin pressing the key sequences. If the system does not detect a key press (within ½...
  • Page 17: Setting A Workout Time Limit

    Note: The number keys, 6 and 5, may be pressed instead of using the keys, for example: Reset, 6, 5. Remember to begin at the Precor banner. After pressing Reset, the next key in the sequence must be pressed within ½ second.
  • Page 18: Using Csafe Standard Equipment

    Important: You cannot retrieve the error log once you have deleted it. USING CSAFE STANDARD EQUIPMENT The EFX556 is 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.
  • Page 19: The Efx556 Display

    An brief explanation of each feature on the display console appears in Diagram 8. Look on the next page for a more thorough explanation. Note: If an error message appears, call a Precor qualified service technician or service center. For the service center nearest you call, 1-800-786-8404.
  • Page 20: Smart Rate Display

    Feature on page 29. UPPER DISPLAY The Precor banner and course profiles appear in the large center display (LED matrix). Always start a workout at the Precor banner. During workouts, the course profile appears in the center display and corresponds to the program you se- lected.
  • Page 21 STRIDES: Shows the total number of strides completed. The number will always be even since two strides create one complete revolution of the flywheel. A stride is an exaggerated walking movement. On the EFX, if you start in a position with one foot forward and one foot back, a stride is completed when you move the rear foot all the way forward while the forward foot moves to the rear.
  • Page 22: Keys On The Display Console

    KEYS ON THE DISPLAY CONSOLE The Precor products have an easy-to-use keypad that is activated by the slightest touch. Remind users that they only need to “lightly touch” these ultra- sensitive keys. Each key on the display console’s keypad provides specific functions. Numeric keys (numbered 1, 2, 3..., through 0) let you enter data in answer to the display...
  • Page 23 Numeric Keys (0 through 9): During a workout, you can use the numeric keys to change the EFX’s resistance (from 1 to 20). Remember, if you use the numeric keys to change the resistance, you need to designate, within three seconds, whether you are increasing the resistance by pressing the key or decreasing the resistance by pressing the...
  • Page 24 Note: The POLAR ® chest strap is available through your Precor dealer. Refer to Optional Equipment on page 9. The Quick Start key can be pressed any time during the Setup prompts. Default values apply after that point.
  • Page 25: Exercising On The Efx

    ® Exercising on the EFX Once the EFX is assembled, it is ready to use. The easy-to-understand prompts let you select a course and specify how long you want to work out. Begin working out and then, adapt the resistance level to meet your fitness goals. Refer to Courses on page 29. CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, have your physician give you a complete physical examination.
  • Page 26 Displays the Workout Summary banner. See the information at the top of this page. At the Workout Summary banner, you This is what happens,... press Reset The display returns to the Precor banner and workout statistics are reset to zero. page 26...
  • Page 27: Workout Tips

    QUICK STEPS TO WORKING OUT 1. For your Heart Rate to appear on the display, you need Put on the chest strap. (Available with the Precor to wear a POLAR ® chest strap or hold onto the touch- Heart Rate Option.)
  • Page 28: Cooling Down After A Workout

    Continue your 3. When you have completed a course that has a limited dura- workout until course tion, a five-minute cool-down period automatically begins. completion. Hold onto the stationary handrail while the EFX reduces the resistance by 20%. Note that you can always exit a course prematurely using the Reset key.
  • Page 29: Courses

    A label, on the accessory tray, explains how to begin a workout and shows the profiles of the available courses. Refer to Diagram 10. To choose a course, begin at the Precor banner and press Enter. User-friendly prompts guide you through the course selections. Refer to Quick Steps to Work- ing Out on page 27.
  • Page 30: Utilizing The Smart Rate Feature

    Diagram 11 Training Zones HEART RATE TRAINING ZONE MAX. HEART RATE 80% OF 114 111 MAX. HEART RATE 65% OF MAX. HEART RATE YOUR AGE ® UTILIZING THE SMART RATE FEATURE Add the benefit of Smart Rate to every course on the EFX. Using Smart Rate as a visual cue helps you adjust your exercise routine to suit specific needs.
  • Page 31: Manual Mode And The Quick Start Key

    Smart Rate display is inactive. • pressing Enter at the Precor banner. This causes the EFX to display several Setup prompts. At the course prompt, select the Manual course. The Manual course profile initially appears as a flat line. Use the keys or the numeric keys to adjust the resistance level.
  • Page 32: Interval Course

    INTERVAL COURSE The interval course on the EFX lets you select the rest and work intervals accord- ing to your training regimen. You set the resistance level for first rest and work interval and the software repeats the intervals throughout the course. At any point during the workout, you can change the settings of the current interval by simply pressing the or numeric keys.
  • Page 33: Weight Loss Course

    WEIGHT LOSS COURSE The Precor Weight Loss course 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 34: Maintenance

    CAUTION: Do not use any acidic cleaners. Doing so will weaken the ramp coat- ing and void the Precor Limited Warranty. Never pour water or spray liquids on any part of the EFX. Allow the EFX to dry completely before using.
  • Page 35: Using The Battery Recharger

    Diagram 12 Battery recharger and adapter plug. USING THE BATTERY RECHARGER If no one has used the EFX556 for an extended period of time, the battery may need recharging. Symptoms of a low battery include: • flickering or erratic display •...
  • Page 43: Warranty Card

    Commercial Equipment Limited Warranty Thank you for purchasing a PRECOR product. In order that we may continue to serve you in the future, please take a few minutes to complete and return this warranty registration. The undersigned hereby acknowledges receipt of the Precor Limited Warranty and affirms that the date of purchase was_____________ 20___;...
  • Page 44: 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...

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