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Using the POLAR

®

 Equipment

8

The Precor Heart Rate System has many unique features. Before you use the
POLAR

®

 chest strap, please study this section thoroughly.

Important: If you do not use the Precor Heart Rate Option according to the guidelines
found in this manual, you could jeopardize the accuracy of your heart rate readings or
void the manufacturer’s limited warranty. To purchase the Precor Heart Rate Option
package, contact your local dealer. Refer to Obtaining Service on page 9.

Wearing the POLAR

® 

Chest Strap

The Precor Heart Rate Option is a completely wireless system. A receiver that you
install in the console, displays continual feedback about your heart rate when you
wear the POLAR

®

 chest strap. No bulky wires or cables interfere with your movements.

The wireless chest strap contains the electrodes that transmit your heart rate (pulse) to
the receiver. To get an accurate reading, the electrodes need to be 

moist and in direct

contact with your skin. Be sure to wear the chest strap underneath your clothing.

Diagram 30
Determine proper
length.

Diagram 31
Moisten electrodes.
If needed, use the
spray included with
the Precor Heart Rate
Option.

CAUTION: Do not use abrasive cleaners
on the strap. Do not immerse any part of
the chest strap. Do not pour liquids on any
part of the equipment.

Take the following steps to put on the chest strap:

1.

Adjust the tightness of the chest strap by
sliding the buckle along the strap.

2.

Determine the length of the strap by wrapping
it around your chest. Without stretching the
strap, check the distance between the two
ends of the strap. For a snug fit, the ends of the
strap should be about 6 inches (15 cm) apart.

3.

Remove the strap from around your chest
and carefully dampen the electrode strips
with tap water as shown in Diagram 31 or
use the Precor spray (supplied with the
optional package). Do not use deionized
water. To function properly, the electrodes
need the salts and minerals found in non-
purified water. During your workout, your
perspiration keeps the electrodes moist.

4.

Buckle the strap around your chest. The strap
should feel snug, not restrictive. Make sure
that the transmitter lies horizontally across
your chest and is centered in the middle of
your chest. See Diagram 32.

Note: The chest strap transmitter has a one-
year warranty.

With the proper adjustment of the chest strap, you
are ready to begin using the heart rate interactive
capabilities on your EFX.

Storing the POLAR

®

 Chest Strap

Store the chest strap transmitter in a  place where dust and dirt cannot accumulate
on it such as, a closet or drawer. Be sure to keep the chest strap protected from
extremes in temperature. Do not store it in an area that may be exposed to tempera-
tures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

Diagram 32
Buckle chest strap.

Summary of Contents for EFX 5.21i

Page 1: ...page 1 Owner s Manual Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer...

Page 2: ...care when getting on or off the EFX Use the handrail whenever possible Keep your body and head facing forward Never attempt to turn around on the EFX Wear proper exercise clothing and shoes during a w...

Page 3: ...ding Instructions you could void the Precor limited warranty IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Diagram 1 Correct power outlet for U S Markets 15 amp 120 volt plug 120 volt groundin...

Page 4: ...owing measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna for your TV radio VCR etc Increase separation between the EFX and the receiver TV radio etc Connect the EFX into a different power outlet on a...

Page 5: ...nt Indicates information to which you should pay special attention CAUTION Indicates steps or information necessary to prevent harm to yourself or damage to the equipment WARNING Provides instructions...

Page 6: ...sing the EFX 23 Removing the Locking Pin 23 Using the Handrails 23 Workout Tips 24 Quick Steps to Working Out 24 Cooling Down After a Workout 25 Inserting the Locking Pin 26 The Setup Mode and the Qui...

Page 7: ...and Descriptions 37 Utilizing the SmartRate Feature 37 Utilizing Heart Rate Interactive Capabilities 37 Course Descriptions 38 Using the POLAR Equipment 42 Wearing the POLAR Chest Strap 42 Storing the...

Page 8: ...page 8 Notes...

Page 9: ...onal receiver must be purchased and installed in the display console See Obtaining Service below The EFX 5 21i is for household use only To maximize your use of the EFX please study this guide thoroug...

Page 10: ...locate the dealer nearest you visit the Precor web site at www precor com or call 1 800 347 4404 Carefully unpack the pieces of the unit and lay them on the floor near the location where you plan to u...

Page 11: ...lay console E Four buttonhead 3 4 inch screws secure front covers F Twenty two hex head 1 inch bolts attach upright handrails and stabilizers G Twenty two 3 8 inch washers attach upright and stabilize...

Page 12: ...ding as specified on the EFX The unit is available in a 120 volt model Refer to the unit s identification label to determine the voltage that is required Assembly Instructions Take the following steps...

Page 13: ...met to the cable Height adjuster 1 2 3 Turn the height adjuster so that the nut is secure against the front base tube Wrench tighten the nut Diagram 5 Insert grommet and route lift motor cable Plastic...

Page 14: ...t support thread the lift motor cable through the cutout Once the cable is routed rest the upright support on the base tube 13 Secure the upright support to the base assembly Refer to Diagram 7 2 Alig...

Page 15: ...Cable connector Cable receptacle Place excess cable into the base assembly Height adjuster threads Base tube Lift motor cable 2 1 3 Diagram 9 Place the base on supportive blocks Adjustable rear pad S...

Page 16: ...ld it in place c Insert the four bolts F with washers G through the frame stabilizer and upright support bracket See Diagram 10 d Thread all four bolts and washers until the frame stabilizer is secure...

Page 17: ...ove the cover fasteners Diagram 12 Tighten the mounting bolts 20 Tighten all mounting screws Start with the eight bolts that attach the frame stabilizers to the base frame Alternately tighten each bol...

Page 18: ...en or you may crack the plastic cover 3 4 inch screw Center holes in lift cover Diagram 15 Install the side covers Side cover Two phillips head screws removed from the frame 23 Install side covers Dia...

Page 19: ...he handrail clamp 26 Secure the handrails Diagram 17 Align the handrail base mounts with the handrail bracket Insert two bolts F and washers G and finger tighten Repeat this step for the opposite hand...

Page 20: ...racket cover and align the mounting holes c Reinsert the two screws removed in step 21 and tighten securely Do not overtighten or you may inadvertently crack the plastic mounts Bracket cover Tighten b...

Page 21: ...rfaces a To remove any side to side movement or wobble rotate the rear pads Diagram 20 2 b To counteract any rocking front to back motion ask your assistant to grasp the upper handrails so that he or...

Page 22: ...wer switch to turn OFF the EFX and unplug the unit from the power outlet when it is not in use for extended periods of time Use the ON OFF I O power switch to turn the unit ON and OFF The switch is lo...

Page 23: ...ler arm and keeps it from traveling up or down the ramp Pull firmly on the pin to slide it out of the ramp A lanyard is attached to the locking pin and ramp Refer to Diagram 24 Using the EFX 3 CAUTION...

Page 24: ...and 1 to 99 minutes You can also select an indefinite workout time by pressing either key until the word NOLIM appears on the display Note that as you cycle through the numbers NOLIM appears at the ze...

Page 25: ...ure the roller arm by inserting the locking pin Refer to Diagram 24 on page 23 Important To insert the locking pin the ramp incline must be set at level 10 or less Cooling Down After aWorkout Cooling...

Page 26: ...RT on page 33 The profile associated with the course number appears on the right side of the display The information that appears on the display becomes the workout time for the course You can change...

Page 27: ...en you access the Workout Summary display workout data other than TIME STRIDES and CALORIES are reset to zero Note that the TIME STRIDES and CALORIES displays show the accumulated workout time total s...

Page 28: ...Pause mode resets the displays and returns to the Precor banner This is what happens The EFX returns to the Precor banner Note If you exited a course prematurely by pressing RESET the WORKOUT SUMMARY...

Page 29: ...ich display features appear prematurely end a course and adjust the resistance and ramp incline Refer to Keys on the Keypad on page 33 Diagram 25 shows the display console label Its display features a...

Page 30: ...e receiver is installed but the system is having difficulty detecting your heart rate Make sure that the POLAR chest strap is positioned properly on your chest against your skin If dashes remain on th...

Page 31: ...s that affect the height of the blinking column Refer to Heart Rate Course on page 41 TIME During your workout a time 0 00 display appears when you begin working out Time appears in minutes and second...

Page 32: ...y does not appear Refer to The Setup Mode and the QuickStart Feature on page 26 A time out occurs during the Setup prompts if the EFX detects no key presses for two minutes The display returns to the...

Page 33: ...exit Workout Summary and return to the Precor banner or wait for the ten minute time out Note that if you press RESET during the Setup mode you also return to the Precor banner QUICKSTART This key let...

Page 34: ...indicator light is off the item will not appear in the display If more than one item is highlighted the EFX will scan between the selected features and skip over the ones that are not highlighted To...

Page 35: ...ew information pertinent to the program Exit the programming or diagnostic mode by pressing RESET Note that the display remains blank for one second and any additional key presses are ignored Selectin...

Page 36: ...ECT Numbers appear on the display as you press the associated key The word STRIDES scrolls across the display followed by the odometer value the cumulative strides users have travelled The information...

Page 37: ...iovascular cardiorespiratory fitness level Maintaining your heart rate in either zone weight loss or cardiovascular for 30 minutes or more on a regular basis minimum 3 times a week provides the greate...

Page 38: ...s For the courses on the EFX that are limited by time the display shows the time remaining When you complete the time based course the automatic five minute cool down period begins Note A cool down pe...

Page 39: ...ompts indicate when you should change pedal direction Set the resistance and crossramp levels during the forward and backward intervals and the software remembers the settings Each subsequent forward...

Page 40: ...four minute rest or four minute work interval When you change the resistance or crossramp levels the software remembers and repeats the settings for the remaining intervals As the time for each inter...

Page 41: ...re not saved with the course To change the target heart rate beats per minute take the following steps 1 Review the chart in Diagram 28 on page 38 Know your target zone and desired heart rate BPM 2 Wh...

Page 42: ...art of the equipment Take the following steps to put on the chest strap 1 Adjust the tightness of the chest strap by sliding the buckle along the strap 2 Determine the length of the strap by wrapping...

Page 43: ...icient operation the EFX relies on low friction To keep the friction low the EFX wheels ramp and internal mechanisms must be as clean as possible Everyday use a soft cloth dampened not dripping wet in...

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Page 46: ...porated 20031 142nd Ave NE P O Box 7202 Woodinville WA USA 98072 4002 Precor is a registered trademark of Precor Incorporated Copyright 2004 Precor Incorporated Precor Web site www precor com Specific...

Page 47: ...Incorporated 20031 142nd Ave NE P O Box 7202 Woodinville WA USA 98072 4002 Precor is a registered trademark of Precor Incorporated Copyright 2004 Precor Incorporated Precor Web site www precor com Sp...

Page 48: ...Incorporated 20031 142nd Ave NE P O Box 7202 Woodinville WA USA 98072 4002 Precor is a registered trademark of Precor Incorporated Copyright 2004 Precor Incorporated Precor Web site www precor com Sp...

Page 49: ...LACE STAMP HERE To allow us to serve you better please take a few moments to complete and return your warranty registration YOU MAY ALSO REGISTER ONLINE AT www precor com warranty If you have question...

Page 50: ...arimprovement Never been married 35 44 101 000 150 000 Overall health 45 54 151 000 Increase energy and flexibility 55 64 Stress reduction 65 Rehabilitation Other Purchase check all that apply How did...

Page 51: ...es on the invoice date of original purchase This warranty applies only against defects discovered within the warranty period and extends only to the original purchaser of the product Parts repaired or...

Page 52: ...rough 20 Weight Loss SmartRate Strides Strides per Minute Time Requires that the optional receiver be installed in display console The user must wear the POLAR chest strap during a workout Precor EFX...

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