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  • Page 1 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console...
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  • Page 3 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console...
  • Page 4 Preva Business Suite, the accompanying printed materials, any copies of such software, and all data collected via the Preva Business Suite, are exclusively owned by Precor or its suppliers, as the case may be. Precor is widely recognized for its innovative, award-winning designs of exercise equipment.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Note: This product is intended for commercial use. The display apparatus (hereinafter referred to as the console) is intended to be shipped with new Precor exercise equipment (hereinafter referred to as the base unit). It is not packaged for individual sale.

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Safety Precautions Always follow basic safety precautions when using this equipment to reduce the chance of injury, fire, or damage. Other sections in this manual provide more details of safety features. Be sure to read these sections and observe all safety notices.
  • Page 7 Important Safety Instructions  Care should be taken when mounting or dismounting the equipment.  For Treadmills: Do not use typing or web surfing features while walking at speeds that exceed a slow and relaxed leisurely pace. Always stabilize yourself by holding a stationary handle bar while using typing or web surfing features.
  • Page 8 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console  SPACING—The below minimum spacing recommendations are based on a combination of the ASTM (U.S.) voluntary standards and EN (European) regulations as of October 1, 2012, for access, passage around, and emergency dismount: –...
  • Page 9 350 pounds (160 kg).  Use the equipment only for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended by Precor. Such attachments may cause injuries.  Do not operate the equipment where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

  • Page 10: Hazardous Materials And Proper Disposal

    The batteries within self-powered equipment contain materials that are considered hazardous to the environment. Federal law requires proper disposal of these batteries. If you plan to dispose of your equipment, contact Precor Commercial Products Customer Support for information regarding battery removal. Refer to Obtaining Service.

  • Page 11: Regulatory Notices For Cardiovascular Exercise Equipment

    Exercise Equipment The regulatory information in this section applies to the exercise equipment and its control console. Safety Approvals for Cardiovascular Equipment Precor equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following applicable safety standards. Cardiovascular Type Equipment: ...
  • Page 12 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Industry Canada This device complies with RSS-210:2007 of the Spectrum Management & Telecommunications Radio Standards Specification. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 13: Electrical Recommendations: 120 V And 240 V Treadmills

    You should have received a power cable that meets your local electrical code requirements along with the equipment. Precor treadmills must be connected to a 20 amp individual branch circuit that can be shared only with one PVS. If you need additional help with the power connections contact your Precor authorized dealer.

  • Page 14: Electrical Recommendations: All Equipment Excluding Treadmills

    Do not attempt to service the equipment except for maintenance tasks. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. For more information regarding customer support numbers or a list of Precor authorized service centers, visit the Precor web site at http://www.precor.com.

  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    Setting Club Parameter Values ............23 Viewing the Informational Displays ..........28 User ID Entry with CSAFE Equipment ........... 34 Introducing Users to the P30 Console ........35 Using the Touch Heart Rate Feature ..........36 Using a Chest Strap Transmitter ............ 38 Using the Treadmill Safety Clip ............
  • Page 16 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Starting a Workout ..............43 Starting a Preset Programmed Workout ........44 Setting Options ................... 44 Pausing and Resuming an Exercise Session ........ 46 Ending a Session ................. 47 Workouts ....................49 Maintenance ................63 Cleaning the Console and Display ..........

  • Page 17: Getting Started

    Chapter Getting Started The P30 console offers administrators the ability to set default values that meet their specific needs. These settings include items like language, units of measure, and setting a maximum allowed workout time for each piece of equipment.
  • Page 18 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. Important: If this equipment includes a P80 console, the optional...

  • Page 19: Identifying Parts Of The Console

    The following figure provides information about the console keys. The number and actions of the console keys may differ slightly depending on the type of equipment. Figure 4: P30 console keys Table 1. Parts of the console Number Part Name Details Use the ▲...
  • Page 20 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Number Part Name Details Upper Text Scrolls information to guide the user. Display • Muscle • The Muscle Monitor displays the Monitor - muscles used to perform that workout. • Stride • Stride Length describes the length of Length - your steps during a workout.
  • Page 21 Getting Started Number Part Name Details Option • Press to enter Goals, Language, Weight, Age, and Target Heart Rate information, or to select More Options. • Press More Metrics to view additional metric information. Metrics: • Percent Complete • Time in Zone •...
  • Page 22 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Number Part Name Details Speed or AMT, AMT with Open Stride , bike, Intensity treadmill, EFX (single), and EFX (dual) Indicator Incline or Treadmill, EFX (dual), climber, and AMT Resistance with Open Stride Indicator...

  • Page 23: Setting Up The Console

    This means that there is no exercise session, data entry, or diagnostic operation in progress. When the equipment is in the Welcome state:  PRECOR scrolls on the lower text display. SELECT A WORKOUT OR PRESS QUICKSTART TO BEGIN scrolls in the upper text display. ...
  • Page 24 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Note: On self-powered equipment, the console initializes when you begin working out. You must maintain a minimum rate of motion for the Welcome banner to appear. The changes made in System Setting modes become the default settings when the display resets to the Welcome banner.

  • Page 25: Setting Club Parameter Values

    Setting Up the Console Setting Club Parameter Values Use this information to customize the equipment for your setting. Safety Code (Treadmill only) Value Range: Enabled or Disabled (Default: Disabled) When the equipment is shipped from the factory, the safety code protection feature is disabled. If you enable the safety code, your users will need to enter a four digit number to begin their exercise session and start the running belt.
  • Page 26 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Set Max Workout Time (All Equipment) Value Range: 1 to 240 minutes (Default: 60 minutes) You can set a maximum workout time per session. Choose a time limit between 1 and 240 minutes, or select No Limit if you do not want to set a time limit.
  • Page 27 Setting Up the Console Creating a Custom Workout Value Range: ON or OFF (Default Value: OFF) Create a customized program for your workout. Note: This option is not available on all equipment. To create a custom program: At the SET CUSTOM PROGRAM prompt, press OK. The program profile appears in the display and a blinking column indicates your starting point.
  • Page 28 5. Continue adjusting the profile for each column. Note: Two custom programs are available on the treadmill. Some Precor products contain only one custom program. The prompt indicates which one you have accessed. To select a second custom program (treadmill only), press the down arrow key on the navigational keypad, before pressing OK in step 6.
  • Page 29 Setting Up the Console Hidden Programs (Treadmill only) Value Range: Show Programs or Hide Programs (Default: Hide Programs) When set to Show Programs, all Performance Programs are available to a user through the PERFORMANCE key. These programs are: Gerkin Fitness Test, USAF PRT, NAVY PRT, ARMY PFT, USMC PFT, and Federal Law Enforcement PEB.

  • Page 30: Viewing The Informational Displays

    Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Viewing the Informational Displays Information Display settings are values that provide you with information about the equipment. Types of information contained in this setting group include, an event log, software and equipment serial numbers, and usage information.
  • Page 31 Setting Up the Console Product Value Information provided BELT USAGE • Belt Stride Count: Tracks the number of strides on equipment. • Stride Count Reset: Reset increases by one each time a reset is performed. • Odometer at Last Reset: Records the odometer reading at the time the belt was changed.
  • Page 32 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Product Value Information provided SERIAL Used to determine exact model and NUMBER type of equipment USAGE LOG • The number of times each program has been used and displays the associated cumulative minutes. •...
  • Page 33 Setting Up the Console The following table contains a list of events detectable by the software. Table 5. Event log numbers and descriptions Event Description of Event Number Upper PCA memory location event RAM location event EEPROM checksum event Depressed key at power up Lower PCA memory test event Line Frequency out of acceptable range Watchdog (Upper PCA) low voltage power...
  • Page 34 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Event Description of Event Number Communications event lower board to upper board Incorrect Communications event upper board to lower board Communication event upper board to lower board Incorrect communications event lower board to upper board Excessive AC input current (instantaneous;...
  • Page 35 Setting Up the Console Event Description of Event Number Belt replacement warning (AMT only) Belt replacement required (AMT only) Phase A or B missing (incline control; treadmill only) Phase C missing (incline control; treadmill only) Phase A or B missing (speed control; treadmill only) Phase C missing (speed control;...

  • Page 36: User Id Entry With Csafe Equipment

    Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console User ID Entry with CSAFE Equipment This equipment is fully compatible with CSAFE protocols. When the equipment is connected to a CSAFE master device, the user is prompted to press ENTER and begin an identification process.
  • Page 37 The P30 console offers an easy-to-follow display and multiple programs to help people meet their exercise needs. Important: Please review the following sections in this guide with your users before allowing them to use the fitness equipment: ...
  • Page 38  If the touch heart rate feature does not work for you, Precor recommends that you use a chest transmitter strap.

  • Page 39: Introducing Users To The P30 Console

    Introducing Users to the P30 Console Heart Rate Target Zones High Peak Cardio Fat Burn Warm Up 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 Your Age Figure 5: Heart rate target zones CAUTION: Your heart rate should never exceed 85% of your maximum aerobic heart rate.

  • Page 40: Using A Chest Strap Transmitter

    Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Using a Chest Strap Transmitter WARNING Signals used by the chest strap transmitter (or heart rate strap) may interfere with pacemakers or other implanted devices. Consult your physician and the manufacturers of your chest strap transmitter and implanted device before using a chest strap transmitter.

  • Page 41: Using The Treadmill Safety Clip

    Introducing Users to the P30 Console Using the Treadmill Safety Clip The treadmill is equipped with three different stop functions, which behave as follows: If the user … Then the And the console … treadmill belt … Pulls on the lanyard...
  • Page 42 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Instruct users on how important it is to use the safety clip while exercising on the treadmill, and demonstrate how they should attach it to their clothing near the waistline. If the restart switch trips during exercise, perform the following steps: Reattach the safety clip if necessary.
  • Page 43 Introducing Users to the P30 Console Tip: The small, flexible tab underneath the restart switch is designed for storage of the safety clip. When the treadmill is not in use, attach the safety clip to the tab as shown in the following figure.

  • Page 44: Treadmill Auto Stop™ (Automatic Stop) Function

    Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Treadmill Auto Stop™ (Automatic Stop) Function Important: The default setting for this feature is ON. An administrator can turn off this feature in the System Settings; however, Precor recommends it remain ON. The Auto Stop™ (Automatic Stop) feature is designed to bring the treadmill to a gradual stop when it is not in use.

  • Page 45: Starting A Workout

    The equipment is in the Welcome state when the words SELECT A WORKOUT OR PRESS QUICKSTART TO BEGIN scroll across the scrolling upper text display and PRECOR scrolls on the lower text display. If the equipment is connected to CSAFE, the words SELECT A WORKOUT, PRESS QUICKSTART, OR ENTER TO BEGIN scroll across the upper text display.

  • Page 46: Starting A Preset Programmed Workout

    Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Starting a Preset Programmed Workout Preset workouts are a great way to tailor your workouts to your fitness goals, stay challenged, and add variety to your sessions. These workouts are arranged in the following groups: ...
  • Page 47 Starting a Workout To choose a language setting before you begin exercising: From the Welcome banner, press OPTION. 2. Press OPTION again to choose the Language option, and press OK. 3. Use the Up and Down arrows to navigate the list of available languages.

  • Page 48: Pausing And Resuming An Exercise Session

    Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Pausing and Resuming an Exercise Session When you interrupt a workout, the equipment responds in one of two ways, depending on how it is powered. Paused (Externally Powered Equipment) When the session is paused, the belt speed is slowly reduced to zero, or the resistance is slowly reduced to the minimum.

  • Page 49: Ending A Session

    Starting a Workout Ending a Session Cooling down is an important aspect of your workout because it helps reduce muscle stiffness and soreness by transporting excess lactic acid out of the working muscles. In addition, a three to five minute cool down allows your heart rate to return to its normal, resting state.
  • Page 50 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Three different types of metrics are captured during a workout. Controlled Metrics can be set and changed. They include:  Resistance Level (AMT, EFX, bike)  Speed (treadmill)  Incline (treadmill)  Steps/Minute (climber) Current Performance Metrics describe the intensity of a workout in real time.

  • Page 51: Workouts

    By keeping your muscles guessing, you’ll keep your energy use up, promoting faster weight loss and better conditioning. The workouts in the following table are available on units equipped with the P30 console. Table 7. P30 Console Workouts Console Workout...
  • Page 52 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Console Workout AMT EFX Treadmill Bike Climber ✓ Perfor- Track mance ✓ ✓ ✓ Hill Climb ✓ ✓ Cross Training Workouts 1-2 Interval ✓ ✓ Watts Target ✓ Steady Climb ✓ Pyramid ✓ ✓...
  • Page 53 Starting a Workout Console Workout AMT EFX Treadmill Bike Climber ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Interval 1-1, 1-2, and 1-3 Interval ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Custom Interval ✓ Total Body Interval ✓ Speed Bumps ✓ City Steps ✓...
  • Page 54 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Aerobic Workouts Aerobic workouts are designed to keep your oxygen consumption as high as possible, which improves your fitness over time. Benefits of aerobic conditioning include greater heart and lung capacity, stress management, and an overall sense of vitality.
  • Page 55 Starting a Workout Custom Weight Loss HRC This workout is similar to the Basic HRC workout. However, at the beginning of the Custom Weight Loss HRC workout, the equipment asks you to enter the active and recovery heart rates you want to maintain. As the workout progresses, the equipment adjusts incline levels to keep your heart rate between the active and recovery boundaries you have specified.
  • Page 56 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Performance Key Press the Performance key repeatedly to scroll through the available workouts that condition and test the body’s muscular and aerobic performance. Note: Operators may choose to hide Performance workouts if they feel that some of the options may be too strenuous for their customers.
  • Page 57 Starting a Workout Hill Climb This workout simulates a walk, run, or ride up a long grade and down a shorter one. It engages a wide range of muscle groups by adjusting the resistance, CrossRamp, or both to deliver a hill climbing experience. You can change these settings at any time, and your changes will affect the intensity of the rest of your workout.
  • Page 58 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Watts Target This workout holds the exerciser accountable for maintaining a constant power output throughout the training session. The bike will vary resistance as needed to keep the power level constant as you progress through your workout. At the...
  • Page 59 Starting a Workout Fitness Tests Fitness tests evaluate your body’s overall fitness in terms of its aerobic capacity. During the warmup stage of the test, you can adjust your starting resistance settings. After that, you complete a series of stages of increasing intensity. Based on your progress through these stages and the changes in your heart rate as you complete them, the equipment calculates your fitness score at the end of the test.
  • Page 60 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console The following tables show how to interpret your test score. Table 8. Fitness score categories for women (treadmill) Age in Years Low Medium High Fitness Fitness Fitness 20-39 28 or below 28-34 34 or above...
  • Page 61 Starting a Workout Variety Key Pressing the Variety key repeatedly scrolls through a group of random, customizable, and specialized workouts. Random Variety (for both the muscles and the mind) is the key to continued success for every exercise goal. The Random workout delivers a different training profile every time you select it.
  • Page 62 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Twin Peaks In this workout, you work your way through two long stages of increasing and then decreasing intensity. The workout is similar to the Aerobic workout, but allows longer intervals between changes. You can adjust the intensity of the workout at any time.
  • Page 63 Starting a Workout Interval Key Interval workouts help exercisers improve strength, endurance, aerobic and anaerobic fitness. They alternate short bursts of high intensity activity with recovery periods. Pressing the Interval key repeatedly scrolls through the available interval workouts. 1-1, 1-2, and 1-3 Interval The 1-1 Interval workout is designed to raise and lower your heart rate in a repeating fashion for a user-defined period of time by alternating rest and work intervals of two minutes...
  • Page 64 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Total Body Interval Workout This workout, created specifically for EFX models with moving arms, includes work and rest stages designed to train your upper and lower body in one coordinated exercise. The console displays instructions on how best to exercise your arms and when to pedal backward.

  • Page 65: Maintenance

    To keep the equipment functioning properly, perform the minor maintenance tasks in this section at the intervals suggested. Failure to maintain the equipment as described in this section could void the Precor Limited Warranty. DANGER To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always...

  • Page 66: Cleaning The Console And Display

    Simple Green® (for more information, visit www.simplegreen.com). Important: Do not use any acidic cleaners. Doing so will weaken the paint or powder coatings and void the Precor Limited Warranty. Never pour water or spray liquids directly on the console or console’s screen.

  • Page 67: Checking And Resetting The Active Status Light (Treadmill Only)

    Maintenance Checking and Resetting the Active Status Light (Treadmill Only) Experience Series treadmills manufactured after June 2014 include many improvements in design, function, and usability. One of those improvements is the status indicator light at the front of the treadmill hood, which gives a club owner or technician an easy way to check up on the condition of the treadmill.
  • Page 68 If the error occurs taken itself out of again, check the console’s service. event log for more information, then contact Precor Customer Support. Important: Contact Precor Customer Support before running any of the diagnostic tests on the Hardware Validation menu.
  • Page 69 Maintenance To review and reset the status of the treadmill: At the Welcome banner, press the Pause key, then enter the following digits on the keypad: 5 1 7 6 5 7 6 1 2. Use the up and down arrow keys to scroll through the menu names until HARDWARE VALIDATION appears, then press OK.

  • Page 70: Changing The Belt (Amt Only)

    BELTS CHANGE REQUIRED scrolls continuously on the Welcome screen. The input keys are not functional and the user cannot enter values or begin a workout until the belts are changed. Please contact Precor Customer Support to schedule a belt change.
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  • Page 72 Precor Incorporated P30 Console Guide 301096-341 rev G, en-us 20031 142nd Avenue NE May 2014 P.O. Box 7202 Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002...
  • Page 73 Assembling and Maintaining ™ Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers ® 883 • EFX ®...
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  • Page 75 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers ™ ® ® 883 • EFX...
  • Page 76 Preva Business Suite, the accompanying printed materials, any copies of such software, and all data collected via the Preva Business Suite, are exclusively owned by Precor or its suppliers, as the case may be. Precor is widely recognized for its innovative, award-winning designs of exercise equipment.
  • Page 77 Note: This product is intended for commercial use. The display apparatus (hereinafter referred to as the console) is intended to be shipped with new Precor exercise equipment (hereinafter referred to as the base unit). It is not packaged for individual sale.
  • Page 78 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Safety Precautions Always follow basic safety precautions when using this equipment to reduce the chance of injury, fire, or damage. Other sections in this manual provide more details of safety features.
  • Page 79 Important Safety Instructions  Care should be taken when mounting or dismounting the equipment.  For Treadmills: Do not use typing or web surfing features while walking at speeds that exceed a slow and relaxed leisurely pace. Always stabilize yourself by holding a stationary handle bar while using typing or web surfing features.
  • Page 80 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833  SPACING—The below minimum spacing recommendations are based on a combination of the ASTM (U.S.) voluntary standards and EN (European) regulations as of October 1, 2012, for access, passage around, and emergency dismount: –...
  • Page 81 350 pounds (160 kg).  Use the equipment only for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended by Precor. Such attachments may cause injuries.  Do not operate the equipment where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

  • Page 82: Educating Users

    The batteries within self-powered equipment contain materials that are considered hazardous to the environment. Federal law requires proper disposal of these batteries. If you plan to dispose of your equipment, contact Precor Commercial Products Customer Support for information regarding battery removal. Refer to Obtaining Service.

  • Page 83: Regulatory Notices For The Rfid Module

    Important Safety Instructions Regulatory Notices for the RFID Module When equipped with a control console as described in this document, this equipment may include a radio-frequency identification (RFID) module. The RFID module has been certified to operate at temperatures between -20°C and 85°C (-4°F and 185°F).
  • Page 84 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Industry Canada This device complies with RSS-210:2007 of the Spectrum Management & Telecommunications Radio Standards Specification. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 85 Exercise Equipment The regulatory information in this section applies to the exercise equipment and its control console. Safety Approvals for Cardiovascular Equipment Precor equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following applicable safety standards. Cardiovascular Type Equipment: ...
  • Page 86 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Industry Canada This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. ATTENTION: Haute Tension Débranchez avant de réparer European Applications CE compliance is claimed to the following directives: ...
  • Page 87 Important Safety Instructions Electrical Recommendations: All Equipment Excluding Treadmills Note: This is a recommendation only. NEC (National Electric Code) guidelines or local region electric codes must be followed. For equipment fitted with a P80 console or Personal Viewing System (PVS) screen a separate power connection is required.
  • Page 88 Do not attempt to service the equipment except for maintenance tasks. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. For more information regarding customer support numbers or a list of Precor authorized service centers, visit the Precor web site at http://www.precor.com. Obtaining Updated Documentation Current Precor product documentation is available at http://www.precor.com/productmanuals.
  • Page 89 Threading the Console Cable Assembly (P80) ......40 Connecting Cables (P80) ..............42 Completing the Console Installation (P80) ......... 49 Threading the Console Cable Assembly (P30) ......50 Connecting Cables (P30) ..............52 Completing the Console Installation (P30) ......... 55...
  • Page 90 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Maintenance ................57 Daily Cleaning ..................57 Daily Inspection .................. 58 Weekly Maintenance ................ 59 Monthly Maintenance ..............60 Storing the Chest Strap ..............61 Moving the Equipment ..............61 Long-Term Storage ................62 Self-Powered Features ..............

  • Page 91: Equipment

    Chapter Assembling the EFX WARNING You will need the assistance of two other people to assemble this unit. DO NOT attempt assembly by yourself. Important: The instructions in the following procedures are described from the perspective of a person standing directly in front of the equipment (that is, on the opposite side of the control console from a person using the equipment).
  • Page 92 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833  Assemble the equipment according to the guidelines in this manual to ensure that you do not void the Precor Limited Warranty. Important: Any damage caused during installation is not covered by the Precor Limited Warranty.

  • Page 93: Installation Requirements

    The hardware kit shipped with this equipment contains the fasteners and other hardware components shown in the following table. Before you begin assembly, make sure that your hardware kit is complete. If not, please contact Precor Customer Support. Fasteners Quantity Flat washers (⁵...
  • Page 94 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Fasteners Quantity Sockethead cap screws (#8 x 1¹ ₂-inch) Self-tapping screws (#8 x 1¹ ₂-inch) Handlebar bolt wrench Center cross bar cap Outer handrail cap (2) Inner handrail cap (2)
  • Page 95 Assembling the EFX Upright support covers (right-hand and left-hand sets) Required Tools  #2 Phillips screwdriver  Rubber mallet  SAE standard hex wrench set  SAE standard socket set  Two ⁹ ₁₆-inch wrenches (open-end and box-end)  Wire cutter...

  • Page 96: Performing The Assembly

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Performing the Assembly DANGER Do not attempt to connect electrical power until all assembly procedures are complete and the console is properly installed. As you assemble the EFX, make sure to construct the console cable assembly as directed so that the necessary connections are accessible when you add the console.
  • Page 97 2. Thread the cable through the left upright support. Tape it to the top of the upright support to secure it temporarily. Important: Do not stretch, crimp, or damage the cable. Cables damaged by improper installation will not be covered by the Precor Limited Warranty. Figure 3: Route the cable...
  • Page 98 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 3. Attach the left upright support to the base frame using four buttonhead screws, four split washers, and four ⁵ ₁₆-inch washers. Partially tighten the fasteners. Figure 4: Attach the upright support to the base frame 4.
  • Page 99 Assembling the EFX 7. Feed one of the cables you want to install down through the upright support, then along the inside of the foot support and back through the central frame member. Repeat this step to position the remaining cables. The following illustration shows the general path of the cables.
  • Page 100 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Important: Install coaxial cable using a torque wrench and torque to not exceed 8 lb-in. If a torque wrench is not available, install the coaxial cable using a wrench to “snug + ¼...
  • Page 101 Assembling the EFX 12. Repeat the previous step to connect the remaining cables. 13. Replace the central plastic base cover, then attach the four buttonhead screws you removed along with the cover. Tighten the screws completely. 14. Replace the lift cover that was removed in the first step. Figure 7: Lift cover replacement...
  • Page 102 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 To mount the center column support on the frame: Note: Check that the base fasteners are loose before installing the fasteners for the central column support. Have your assistant support the center column support while you align the inside mounting brackets with the upright supports.
  • Page 103 Assembling the EFX 3. Check alignments and thread the remaining four center column support screws, four ⁵ ₁₆-inch washers, and four split washers. Tighten with a ³ ₁₆-inch hex key so the assemblies come together, but leave room for adjustments. Figure 9: Attachment of center column support...
  • Page 104 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 To tighten the fasteners properly: CAUTION: Upright support fasteners must be properly aligned and wrench-tightened in the order described below. If improperly assembled, the upright supports can rub against the ramp. Before you begin, verify that the base and lift covers are properly aligned and that the gap between them is even.
  • Page 105 Assembling the EFX 3. Fully tighten the fasteners on the lower sides of each upright support. Figure 12: Tighten the front fasteners on the upright supports 4. Fully tighten the fasteners on the upper front of the center column support. Figure 13: Tighten the front fasteners on the center column support...
  • Page 106 Figure 15: Threading of the heart rate cable Important: Do not stretch, crimp, or damage the cable. Cables damaged by improper installation will not be covered by the Precor Limited Warranty.
  • Page 107 Assembling the EFX 3. Insert the right handlebar into the handlebar clamp until the foam grip touches the side of the handlebar clamp. 4. Apply pressure to the handlebar and rotate it back and forth to ease it into the handlebar clamp. 5.
  • Page 108 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 To tighten the handlebars completely: Use the wrench included with the unit, or a 1³ ₈-inch socket, box, or open-end wrench, to tighten the handlebar screws fully. 2. Use a ³ ₁₆-inch hex wrench to tighten the two handlebar clamp fasteners fully.
  • Page 109 Assembling the EFX To attach the water bottle holder: Position the water bottle holder as shown and attach it to the right stationary handlebar. Figure 19: Water bottle attachment 2. Secure the holder using three Phillips-head screws.
  • Page 110 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 To attach the upright support covers: Place one inner and one outer upright support cover around one of the upright supports, aligning them so that the arrows on their inside surfaces point toward the front of the equipment.

  • Page 111: Leveling The Efx

    Assembling the EFX Leveling the EFX Make sure the unit is level before allowing anyone to use it. CAUTION: To eliminate movement, make sure the adjustable feet are in contact with the floor. To level the unit: Gently rock the unit. If there is any movement, ask your assistant to tip the unit to one side while you locate the adjustable feet.

  • Page 112: Breaking In The Equipment

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Breaking In the Equipment Precor equipment does not require an actual break-in period. However, moving components such as belts, gears, and bearings can settle while the equipment is being stored or shipped.

  • Page 113: Installing The Console

    Chapter Installing the Console To make installation easier, all Precor Experience Series consoles use the same mounting hardware and connector locations whenever possible. The installation sequence for any of them is as follows:  Threading the console cable assembly ...

  • Page 114: Threading The Console Cable Assembly (P80)

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Threading the Console Cable Assembly (P80) Earlier in the installation, you threaded the necessary cables through the frame of the base unit and out the passthrough opening in the console mount. As you line up the back plate on the console with the console mount, you must make sure that the console cable assembly passes correctly through the openings in both components.
  • Page 115 Installing the Console To thread the console cable assembly: Make sure that as much of each cable as possible passes through the opening in the middle of the console mount on the base unit. 2. Position the console over the console mount. 3.

  • Page 116: Connecting Cables (P80)

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Connecting Cables (P80) After the console has been seated, separate the individual cables out of the end of the console cable assembly and attach them to the appropriate circuit connectors inside the console.
  • Page 117 Installing the Console Table 1. P80 internal cable connections Cable Connector Type Circuit Connector Location Ethernet (LAN) Eight-contact modular, on round black cable TV in F-type coaxial Power Two-contact plug, polarized and latched Data from base unit Eight-contact modular, on flat gray cable Heart rate sensors Four-contact strip, keyed Safety key (treadmills...
  • Page 118 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Connecting the Television Cable The console’s television tuner is mounted inside the console’s back plate. The tuner includes a short cable adapter that allows the television cable to be connected outside the back plate.
  • Page 119 Installing the Console The following illustration shows how the cable is positioned once it is installed. Figure 25: Connecting the television cable...
  • Page 120 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Connecting the Ethernet and Base Unit Data Cables Both the Ethernet and base unit data cables pass through the cutaway opening at the upper right corner of the back plate and connect to nearby modular jacks in the console.
  • Page 121 Installing the Console Connecting the Heart Rate Sensor Cable The heart rate sensor cable passes through the cutaway opening at the upper left corner of the back plate, then down to the small circuit board at the lower left of the console. The following illustration shows how the cable should look once it is installed.
  • Page 122 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Connecting the Power Cable Route the power cable through the cutaway opening at the upper left corner of the back plate. In the nearby opening within the steel console framework, locate the socket that matches the power cable plug and connect the power cable to it.

  • Page 123: Completing The Console Installation (P80)

    Installing the Console Completing the Console Installation (P80) Important: To allow enough room to attach the console’s back cover, you must loosen the bracket holding the upper ends of the handlebars in place. If you do not loosen the bracket, the cover ³...

  • Page 124: Threading The Console Cable Assembly (P30)

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Threading the Console Cable Assembly (P30) Earlier in the installation, you threaded the necessary cables through the frame of the base unit and out the passthrough opening in the console mount. As you line up the back plate...
  • Page 125 Installing the Console 3. Rest the console on the console mount so that the notch on the bottom of the console’s back plate rests on the rectangular hook at the bottom of the console mount, as shown in the following figure. Figure 30: Console positioning on base unit 4.

  • Page 126: Connecting Cables (P30)

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Connecting Cables (P30) Important: Pass all cables through the semicircular opening just above the console mount, as shown in the following figure. Do not attempt to route any cables through other openings or through the steel channel above the mount.
  • Page 127 Installing the Console Important: All cables must pass through the opening in the center of the console mount. Figure 32: Cable connections, P30 and P10 consoles...
  • Page 128 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Table 2. P30 and P10 internal cable connections Cable Connector Type Circuit Connector Location Safety key (treadmills Six-contact strip, keyed only) Automatic stop sensor Four-contact strip, (treadmills only) keyed Data from base unit...

  • Page 129: Completing The Console Installation (P30)

    Installing the Console Completing the Console Installation (P30) Before you complete the final installation steps, double-check the connections you have made. Make sure that all cables are fully and securely connected, and that any unneeded cables are tied back properly.

  • Page 130: Verifying That The Heart Rate Display Is Operational

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Verifying That the Heart Rate Display Is Operational To verify that the heart rate display is operational: Begin exercising on the equipment. 2. Grasp both touch-sensitive handlebars. Note: The heart rate is read within ten seconds. During that time, the heart on the display flashes.

  • Page 131: Maintenance

    To keep the equipment functioning properly, perform the minor maintenance tasks in this section at the intervals shown on the maintenance checklist. Failure to maintain the equipment as described in this section could void the Precor Limited Warranty. DANGER To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always...

  • Page 132: Daily Inspection

    CAUTION: Read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions, particularly dilution instructions, before using any cleaner on Precor fitness equipment. Do not use concentrated cleaners at full strength, or acidic cleaners of any kind; such cleaners weaken the protective finish on the equipment and void the Precor Limited Warranty.

  • Page 133: Weekly Maintenance

    Maintenance Weekly Maintenance Perform the following maintenance tasks every week: Disconnect the external power supply. 2. Clean the ramps and wheels with water or an approved cleaner. 3. Inspect the power cord to verify that it is not pinched under the equipment or between any two moving parts. 4.

  • Page 134: Monthly Maintenance

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Monthly Maintenance DANGER USE EXTREME CAUTION when the rear cover of any EFX is removed. Serious injury could result if fingers are pinched between the flywheel spokes, cranks, movable arms, and the drive weldment. Securing the movable arm to the crank with a clamp is recommended.

  • Page 135: Storing The Chest Strap

    Maintenance Storing the Chest Strap If you purchased the optional heart rate chest strap, store it in a place where it remains free of dust and dirt (for example, in a closet or drawer). Be sure to protect the chest strap from extremes in temperature.

  • Page 136: Long-Term Storage

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Long-Term Storage If you do not expect anyone to use the equipment for a long time, perform the following tasks to prepare it for storage:  If it has a power cord, disconnect the cord. ...

  • Page 137: Self-Powered Features

    An optional power adapter can be purchased and provides sustained power to the equipment. If you plan to change the club settings on a unit equipped with a P30 or P10 console, the power adapter is highly recommended. To purchase the optional power adapter, check with your dealer.

  • Page 138: Informational Displays Prior To Shutdown

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Informational Displays Prior to Shutdown The equipment saves its battery charge by moving into a shutdown mode. If the user does not maintain the minimum rate of motion, a 30-second shutdown process begins. In this mode, the console displays a countdown indicator and ignores all keypresses.

  • Page 139: 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. Important: If this equipment includes a P80 console, the optional...

  • Page 140: Replacing The Battery

    Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Replacing the Battery The equipment’s battery is built to last for a long time. However, if you feel that the battery may need replacing, check with an authorized service technician. Refer to Obtaining Service.
  • Page 141 Notes Notes:...
  • Page 142 Assembling and Maintaining Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers: EFX 883 / 833 Notes:...
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  • Page 144 Precor Incorporated EFX 8x3 PAG/OM 300712-441 rev J, en 20031 142nd Avenue NE August 2014 P.O. Box 7202 Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002...

  • Page 145: Limited Warranty

    Parts repaired or replaced under the terms of this warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period only. To claim under this warranty, the buyer must notify Precor or your authorized Precor Distributor 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 146 To the extent the original purchaser purchases a limited extended warranty for Commercial Cardiovascular Products as set forth in a signed Product Quote that has been accepted by Precor, then such limited extended warranty (i) shall only apply to Mechanical and Electrical parts and Product...
  • Page 147 Internet service provider (ISP), and also to hardware related to Internet connectivity, such as Ethernet cabling, routers, servers and switches. 4. Precor is not responsible for the quality of television, video, audio, or other media supplied to its products. This restriction applies to services, such as those provided by a cable or satellite television provider;...
  • Page 148 Commercial Cardiovascular Equipment Limited Warranty 7. Except in Canada, Precor does not pay labor outside the United States. 8. Standard warranties outside the US and Canada are subject to the terms provided by that country’s Precor subsidiary or authorized Precor Distributor.
  • Page 149 Exclusive Remedies. For any product described above that fails to conform to its warranty, Precor will provide, at their option, one of the following: (1) repair; (2) replacement; or (3) refund of the purchase price. Precor Limited Warranty service may be obtained by contacting the authorized Precor office or Distributor from whom you purchased the item.
  • Page 150 Commercial Cardiovascular Equipment Limited Warranty EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. PRECOR AND/OR ITS SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY, WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT (INCLUDING WARRANTY), TORT (INCLUDING ACTIVE, PASSIVE, OR IMPUTED NEGLIGENCE AND STRICT LIABILITY), OR OTHERWISE, FOR DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT,...
  • Page 151 EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. Complete this portion and keep for your records. Purchased from: Example: Distributor or store name. Phone number: Example: Distributor or store telephone number. Product/model: Example: AMT 885 or EFX 883. Serial number: The serial number is found on the shipping container.
  • Page 152 Commercial Cardiovascular Equipment Limited Warranty Precor Incorporated Effective 1 June 2014 20031 142nd Ave NE, P.O. Box 7202, Woodinville, WA 98072-4002 P/N 36286-116 1-800-347-4404 • www.precor.com © 2014 Precor Incorporated...

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