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  • Page 1 Product Owner's Manual C842i C846i Commercial Cycles C846i C846i...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions When using the self-powered C846i/C842i cycle, always take • Maintain the cycle in good working condition. Refer to the basic precautions, including the following: Maintenance section. Make sure that all fasteners are secure. • Read all instructions before using the cycle. These instructions •...

  • Page 4: Safety Approval

    Proper disposal of the battery is required by federal law. with the owner’s manual instructions, may cause harmful If you plan to dispose of your unit, contact Precor Commercial interference to radio communications. Products Customer Support for information regarding battery...

  • Page 5: Canadian Department Of Communications

    Canadian Department of European Applications Communications This product conforms to the requirements of the European Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Electromagnetic Compatibility This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio and has been tested to the following standards: noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio EN55022, Limits &...

  • Page 6: Obtaining Service

    Precor website at www.precor.com. Should you need more information regarding customer support Serial number label numbers or a list of Precor authorized service centers, visit the Precor website at www.precor.com/contact. For future reference, write the model, serial number, and date of purchase for all your units in the space provided.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Setting a Workout Time Limit ............10 Setting a Pause Time Limit ............10 Setting a Resistance Range (C846i) ........11 Changing the Custom Program ..........12 Informational Displays (C842i) ..........13 Informational Displays (C846i) ..........15 User ID Entry with CSAFE Equipment ........17 Product Owner’s Manual: Table of Contents...

  • Page 8: Self-Powered Features

    Self-Powered Features The power source for the cycle is the user. When a person maintains Note: If the cycle is connected to a CSAFE master device, a slightly a pedal speed above 20 revolutions per minute (RPM), the power different scenario occurs. When ten seconds remain before the that is generated allows the cycle to function properly.

  • Page 9: Symptoms Of A Low Battery

    • A flickering or erratic display When the pause time limit expires and the user has not resumed pedaling, the display returns to the Precor banner. Refer to Setting a • No workout statistics appear or accumulate Pause Time Limit. To learn how to use the power adapter, refer to •...

  • Page 10: Club Features

    • Display the serial number • The club programs appear sequentially. Pressing the ENTER key on the C846i or the SELECT on the C842i saves the changes • Connect to CSAFE equipment you make and moves you through the programs. To exit a program without saving any changes, press the RESET key.

  • Page 11: Choosing A Language

    CALORIES HEART RATE Numbers appear on the display as you press the associated key. Note: The C842i does not have a number keypad, so each key is QUICKSTART QUICKSTART associated with a number. Refer to Diagram 4. To enter club...

  • Page 12: Setting A Workout Time Limit

    LIMIT option. You will need to instruct users to select NO LIMIT attached and the pedal speed drops below 20 revolutions per (C842i) or press the number 0 (C846i) when they are prompted for minute, the cycle begins its 30-second shutdown effectively a workout time.

  • Page 13: Setting A Resistance Range (C846I)

    Setting a Resistance Range (C846i) Setting Description HIGH provides the full range of resistance available. If an You can set a low, medium or high range of resistance on the C846i upright cycle user chooses the high-end resistance cycle. Within each group, 25 resistance settings are available, but levels, the cycle provides enough resistance to simulate the chosen group affects the overall resistance range.

  • Page 14: Changing The Custom Program

    Changing the Custom Program 14. When you are ready, press ENTER to save the program and return to the Precor banner. Important: To change the Custom Program, it is highly Note: If you prefer to exit the program without saving changes to recommended that you use the optional power adapter.

  • Page 15: Informational Displays (C842I)

    (for example, hour meter), as well as software version, and error log. In general, 48181-350). you would only access this information if directed to do so by Precor Customer Support. 4. To see the upper boot and lower boot application software version, press the SELECT key.
  • Page 16 Viewing the Error Log 9. When you no longer need the information in the error log, press QUICKSTART for at least four seconds to delete the error log. The first error log entry scrolls across the display. Up to ten error Continue to maintain light pressure on the key until the message codes can be retrieved.

  • Page 17: Informational Displays (C846I)

    5. Write the numbers below. You will need these numbers when you Viewing the Odometer call Customer Support with display-related questions. This information will help rule out any software-related problems: 1. At the Precor banner, press the following keys in sequence and without pause: Upper Application P/N: ___________________ RESET, 6, 5 Upper Boot Software P/N: _____________ Numbers appear on the display as you press the associated key.
  • Page 18 Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate Weight Loss Most recent Below 10. When you are ready, press SELECT (C842i) or ENTER (C846i) error to move to the next display (serial number). Error code 12000 revs 17 HrS Revolutions reading at The hour meter at the time the time the error the error was detected.

  • Page 19: User Id Entry With Csafe Equipment

    ID. The number that is pressed 12. When you are ready, press ENTER to return to the Precor appears in the display and the next banner. column begins to blink. When all...
  • Page 20 A message appears on the display and indicates when the user ID is accepted by the CSAFE master device. Then, the program prompt appears. The user has the option to choose QUICKSTART or select a program and begin exercising. Note: If the user’s pedal speed drops below 20 RPM and the optional power adapter in not installed, a prompt PEDAL FASTER appears.

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    Storing the Chest Strap To order parts or to contact a Precor authorized service provider in your area, refer to Obtaining Service. Store the chest strap where dust and dirt cannot accumulate on it, such as a closet or drawer.

  • Page 22: Long-Term Storage

    3. Observe the position of each leg. The extended leg should be slightly bent at the knee in a 10 to 15 degree angle. If seat adjustment is needed, refer to the following instructions. Diagram 7: Adjusting the seat on the C842i Upright Cycle Product Owner’s Manual: Maintenance...

  • Page 23: Upright Cycles: Adjusting The Seat Tilt

    Refer to Diagram 9. to Diagram 8. Diagram 8: Adjusting the seat on the C842i Recumbent Cycle 3. Align the seat with one of the marks on the seat rail and release Diagram 9: Loosen nut to adjust seat tilt the handle.

  • Page 24: Recumbent Cycles: Realigning The Seat

    2. Adjust the seat tilt (forward or backward) as shown in Recumbent Cycles: Realigning the Seat Diagram 10. If the seat rocks side-to-side, you need to realign the center wheel underneath the seat. Adjustment screws are located on the left side of the seat rail.

  • Page 25: Using The Optional Power Adapter

    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 unit as shown in Diagram 13.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting Error Codes

    Table 1 may help you understand and troubleshoot erratic heart rate readings. Note: To conduct electrical impulses from a user’s heart, both Important: A heart rate can only be detected when the Precor heart touch-sensitive handlebar grips (C846i) must be grasped firmly for rate receiver is properly installed in the display and the user five to ten seconds.

  • Page 27: Precor Commercial Equipment Limited Warranty

    Conditions and Restrictions. period only. 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...
  • Page 28 LIABILITY, WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT (INCLUDING WARRANTY), 3. Repairs performed on Precor equipment missing a serial number or with a serial TORT (INCLUDING ACTIVE, PASSIVE, OR IMPUTED NEGLIGENCE AND tag that has been altered or defaced.
  • Page 30 Please detach and mail in the warranty registration within ten days of purchase.
  • Page 32 Any party contemplating the use of Precor’s product designs is hereby forewarned that Precor considers the P.O. Box 7202 Registration Card# 45622-101, en unauthorized appropriation of its proprietary rights to be a very serious matter. Precor will vigorously pursue all Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002 unauthorized appropriation of its proprietary rights.
  • Page 33 User's Reference Manual C846i Commercial Cycle C846i Recumbent...
  • Page 35 For additional information about product • Wear proper exercise clothing and shoes for your workout and operation or exercise routines, see the Precor website at avoid loose clothing. Do not wear shoes with heels or leather www.precor.com.
  • Page 36 Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ..........1 Workout Options ..............13 Obtaining Service ................1 Choosing QUICKSTART ............14 Selecting a Program ..............14 Cycle Features ................3 Changing the Program during an Exercise Session .....15 Self-Powered Features ..............3 Cooling Down After a Workout ..........16 Adjusting the Seat ................

  • Page 37: Cycle Features

    A pedaling speed above 20 revolutions per minute (RPM) must be maintained for several seconds before the Precor banner appears on the display. Once the banner appears, you can press QUICKSTART or ENTER to begin exercising. For more information, refer to Workout Options.

  • Page 38: Using The Handlebars

    AVERAGE SPEED CAL PER MIN 20 revolutions per minute. If five zeros appear on the display, the cycle is connected to a computer. If the Precor banner appears, the cycle is not connected to a computer. QUICKSTART 2. When your user ID is shown, press ENTER.

  • Page 39: Heart Rate Features

    Heart Rate Features SmartRate Heart Rate Target Zones Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate Weight Loss Below Heart rate and SmartRate features are available when you wear the ® chest strap or grasp both touch-sensitive handlebar grips. When a heartbeat is detected, the Heart Rate display shows your heart rate and the SmartRate LED pulses and indicates your target zone.

  • Page 40: Using The Heart Rate Touch-Sensitive Grips

    • After you put on the chest strap, face the display console for a Using the Heart Rate minimum of 15 seconds. This allows the receiver in the console Touch-Sensitive Grips to recognize the signal from the chest strap. If three dashes While exercising, you must grasp both touch-sensitive handlebar (—...

  • Page 41: Using Smartrate

    80 to 81 Twelfth Green The SmartRate indicator lights do not appear when: 82 to 84 Thirteenth Green • You press QUICKSTART at the Precor banner. 85 to 87 Fourteenth • You bypass the AGE prompt. Above 87 Fifteenth •...

  • Page 42: Exercise To Your Target Heart Rate

    If you wear a chest strap or grasp both sensitive grips, the cycle provides a heart rate analysis after the touch-sensitive handlebar grips, your heart rate appears on the workout summary. display. The Precor website (www.precor.com) has several suggestions for Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate C846i...

  • Page 43: Display Console

    Display Console Center display: Initially shows the SmartRate display: LEDs light in this column when the Precor banner. It changes to the program SmartRate feature is activated. Follow the LEDs to monitor profile. A blinking column in the profile your heart rate and maintain it in your target zone.

  • Page 44: More Information About The Center Display

    More Information about the Center More Information about the Lower Display Display The lower display provides information about your workout session. A number appears over each column of information. You can choose During a workout, the program profile on the cycle is affected by the the type of information displayed using the CHANGE key below RESISTANCE arrow keys.
  • Page 45 Column 2: DISTANCE, SPEED, and RESISTANCE Column 4: CALORIES, WATTS, and CAL PER MIN DISTANCE—shows the linear distance in miles or kilometers.The CALORIES—displays the estimated cumulative number of calories distance is calculated based on your current pedaling speed (RPM) burned. The calorie calculation is derived from the pedaling speed and resistance setting.

  • Page 46: Keypad

    RESET key to display a WORKOUT SUMMARY. let you set a resistance between 1 and 25. Press RESET again to return to the Precor banner. ENTER: Use the ENTER key to enter responses to workout- Important: The optional power adapter must be connected specific prompts.

  • Page 47: Workout Options

    Workout Options CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, see your 3. Select one of the following options: physician for a complete physical examination. Know your Option... Steps... physician-recommended heart rate target zone. To start exercising • Use the QUICKSTART key. 1.

  • Page 48: Choosing Quickstart

    Selecting a Program QUICKSTART QUICKSTART 1. At the Precor banner, press ENTER, and then press the arrow 1. Press QUICKSTART at the Precor banner to bypass the setup keys to cycle through the available programs. prompts and access the Manual Program.

  • Page 49: Changing The Program During An Exercise Session

    4. Enter your weight (1–999) and then your age (1–99). Changing the Program during an Exercise Session Note: If you select the Watts Control, Distance, or Calories Program, you will be prompted for additional program-specific While exercising or during the cool-down period, you can select a entries.

  • Page 50: Cooling Down After A Workout

    PROGRAM CHANGE ▲▼ keys are disabled. bypassed. To prematurely end the cool-down period, do the following: 1. Continue pedaling. 2. Press RESET to view the WORKOUT SUMMARY. 3. Press RESET again to return to the Precor banner. User’s Reference Manual: Workout Options...

  • Page 51: Pausing During A Workout Or The Cool-Down Period

    Note: If the optional power adapter is attached, you do not have to continue pedaling to view your workout statistics. When you complete the cool-down period, the WORKOUT SUMMARY appears. Press RESET to return to the Precor banner. User’s Reference Manual: Workout Options...

  • Page 52: Programs

    If you have been exercising and feel that you have an intermediate or advanced fitness level, you probably have established goals. The Precor website (www.precor.com) can give you many ideas about fitness workouts and advice from the experts. Several workout choices on the cycle are preprogrammed with recommendations for the resistance and alternating rest or work intervals.

  • Page 53: Program Tips

    Program Tips 1 Manual Program • While exercising, your pedaling speed (RPM) needs to remain above 20 RPM. Dropping below 20 RPM causes the cycle to Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate C846i Weight Loss Below shut down to conserve battery power. The cycle displays a O p t i o n 1 PRESS PRESS...

  • Page 54: Cross Country Program

    2 Cross Country Program 3 Hill Program Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate C846i C846i Weight Loss Weight Loss Below Below O p t i o n 1 O p t i o n 1 PRESS PRESS CAUTION PRESS PRESS CAUTION...

  • Page 55: Random Program

    4 Random Program Interval Programs 5, 6, and 7 Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate Rest interval C846i C846i Weight Loss Weight Loss Below Below Work interval O p t i o n 1 O p t i o n 1 PRESS PRESS CAUTION...

  • Page 56: Watts Control Program

    8 Watts Control Program 9 Heart Rate Control Program Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate C846i C846i Weight Loss Weight Loss Below Below O p t i o n 1 O p t i o n 1 PRESS PRESS CAUTION PRESS...

  • Page 57: Weight Loss Program

    Warm-Up Period 10 Weight Loss Program The cycle provides a 3-minute warm-up period. During this time, you may change the resistance. Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate Work interval C846i Weight Loss Below Rest interval Note: If your heart rate moves into the target heart rate zone O p t i o n 1 PRESS PRESS...

  • Page 58: Custom Resistance Program

    For the ideal weight loss range, your heart rate should be between 11 Custom Resistance Program 55% and 70% of your maximum aerobic heart rate. If you wear the chest strap or grasp both touch-sensitive grips, you can use Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate C846i...

  • Page 59: Distance Program

    12 Distance Program 13 Calories Program Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate C846i C846i Weight Loss Weight Loss Below Below O p t i o n 1 O p t i o n 1 PRESS PRESS CAUTION PRESS PRESS CAUTION Before beginning any fitness program, you...

  • Page 60: Fitness Test

    14 Fitness Test • For accurate heart rate readings, you must wear the chest strap throughout the test. The test acquires your heart rate during a test stage. If the heart rate reception is erratic, incorrect readings Cardiovascular Above Heart Rate C846i can occur and affect the accuracy of the overall fitness score.
  • Page 61 You can retake the Fitness Test later. Tables 2 and 3 show the desired range in fitness levels depending on your age and gender. More information is available at the Precor Completing the Fitness Test website (www.precor.com).
  • Page 62 Notes: User’s Reference Manual: Programs...
  • Page 64 Any party contemplating the use of Precor’s product designs is hereby forewarned that Precor considers the C846i URM 48819-101, en P.O. Box 7202 unauthorized appropriation of its proprietary rights to be a very serious matter. Precor will vigorously pursue all Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002 15 July 2005...

  • Page 65: Assembly Guide

    Assembly Guide C842i C846i C846i Commercial Recumbent Cycle...

  • Page 67: Installation Requirements

    A smooth, flat surface under the unit helps keep it level. A level unit has contact your dealer. Should you need more information regarding customer fewer malfunctions. support numbers or a list of Precor authorized service centers, visit the Precor • Open the box and assemble the components in the sequence website at www.precor.com/contact.
  • Page 68 Hardware Kit (not to scale) Fasteners Quantity (A) Hex head cap screw (5-inch) (B) Washer (½-inch) (C) Buttonhead screw (1³⁄₄-inch) 1 — ³⁄₁₆-inch hex key (E) 2 — Rubber bib (D) C846i/C842i Recumbent Cycle Assembly Guide...

  • Page 69: Assembly Steps

    Have your assistant hold the upright support while you connect the two cables. Place excess cable inside the base assembly. Note: The C842i has only one cable connection. Important: Do not stretch, crimp, or damage the cables. Cables damaged by improper installation will not be covered by the Precor Limited Warranty.
  • Page 70 (E). The nut inserts on the back of the seat pad can be easily stripped by improper assembly, which is not covered by the Precor Limited Warranty. When the four buttonhead screws (C) are properly threaded, alternately wrench tighten each screw using the hex key (E).
  • Page 71 Important: If the unit is placed on a slightly uneven surface, rotating the height adjusters can help, but will not compensate for extremely uneven surfaces. When you are finished making adjustments, ask your assistant to gently lower the unit to the floor. C846i/C842i Recumbent Cycle Assembly Guide...
  • Page 72 Precor Incorporated ©2005 Precor Incorporated 20031 142nd Avenue NE www.precor.com P.O. Box 7202 C846i/C842i Recumbent AG 48578-101, en Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002 15 July 2005...

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