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QUICK

START

PAUSE/

RESET

ENTER

CLEAR

PROGRAMS

MANUAL

HEART

RATE

PERFORMANCE

INTERVAL

VARIETY

WEIGHT LOSS

Before beginning any fitness program, see

your physician for a thorough physical examination. Seek advice from
your physician to learn the target heart rate appropriate for your fitness

level. Do not allow children or those unfamiliar with its operation on or
near this equipment. Read the product owner's manual or consult a

qualified instructor before operating this equipment. Improper use of
this equipment can result in serious injury. If you feel pain, faintness,

or dizziness, stop exercising immediately.

HEART RATE

SmartRate

Product Owner's Manual

Commercial Products

Treadmills:

• 954i
• 932i

Ellipticals:

• EFX536i
• EFX532i

Bike:

• 842i

Summary of Contents for Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer EFX 536i

Page 1: ...t rate appropriate for your fitness level Do not allow children or those unfamiliar with its operation on or near this equipment Read the product owner s manual or consult a qualified instructor befor...

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Page 3: ...the equipment and follow any labels on the equipment Make sure all users see a physician for a complete physical examination before they begin any fitness program particularly if they have high blood...

Page 4: ...s When using the treadmill always attach the safety clip to your clothing before beginning your workout Failure to use the safety clip may pose a greater risk of injury in the event of a fall Keep in...

Page 5: ...tomer Support if the equipment needs servicing For use with single phase AC power only Educating Users Take time to educate users about the Important Safety Instructions found in both the User Referen...

Page 6: ...ted separately and to be reused recycled or recovered at end of life Users of EEE with the WEEE label per Annex IV of the WEEE Directive must not dispose of end of life EEE as unsorted municipal waste...

Page 7: ...o frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the owner s manual instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications WARNING Per FCC rules changes or modification...

Page 8: ...th a P80 console or Personal Viewing System PVS screen a separate power connection is required For a 20 amp branch circuit up to 10 screens can be connected If the branch circuit has any other devices...

Page 9: ...contact your Precor authorized dealer Important An individual branch circuit provides a hot conductor and neutral conductor to a receptacle The conductors must not be looped daisy chained or connected...

Page 10: ...isplays Prior to Shutdown 12 Symptoms of a Low Battery 13 Using the Optional Power Adapter 13 The Optional Power Adapter Kit 14 Replacing the Battery 14 Club Features 15 Club Programming Tips 17 Chang...

Page 11: ...g 31 EFX Cleaning the Ramp 32 Storing the Chest Strap 32 Treadmill Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt 33 Treadmill Adjusting the Running Belt 34 Recumbent Bike Realigning the Seat 35 Moving th...

Page 12: ...rail with one hand before entering the safety code with the other hand If the correct keys are pressed the program selection process begins If the code is incorrect the display prompts the user to ree...

Page 13: ...n the treadmill Off Weight Limit You should not allow runners over 350 lb 160 kg or walkers heavier than 500 lb 225 kg on the treadmill Location It is important to keep the area around the treadmill o...

Page 14: ...power adapter can be purchased and provides sustained power to the equipment If you plan to change the program settings the power adapter is highly recommended To purchase the optional power adapter...

Page 15: ...end into the appropriate power source 120 V or 240 V CAUTION When the optional power adapter is in use make sure that the power supply cord does not create a safety hazard Keep it out of the way of t...

Page 16: ...ice Once the internal cable kit is installed you can plug the optional power adapter into the equipment Plug the opposite end into the appropriate power source for your equipment 120 V or 240 V Review...

Page 17: ...or metric measurements Set the maximum exercise and pause times Set a cool down time limit Set the maximum speed and incline treadmill Enable or disable hidden programs or remote access treadmill Chan...

Page 18: ...E 5 minutes Cool down time limits range from 1 to 5 minutes Treadmill S E T S P E E D L I M I T Maximum speed available Refer to Treadmill Determining the Club Speed Limit Treadmill S E T I N C L I N...

Page 19: ...the Precor banner The remaining key presses must occur quickly and without pause Note Treadmill keys that can be used interchangeably in club programming mode are PAUSE RESET and the red STOP button O...

Page 20: ...or Navigational arrows Move you through the menu and can also be used to increase or decrease time units OK Press to choose or accept the displayed selection Number keypad CLEAR Returns user to the p...

Page 21: ...Product Owner s Manual Club Features 19 Use the following flowchart to navigate through the menu settings on treadmills...

Page 22: ...Product Owner s Manual Club Features 20 Use the following flowchart to navigate through the menu settings on ellipticals Use the following flowchart to navigate through the menu settings on bikes...

Page 23: ...returning from pause mode D I S A B L E D Does not require a safety code to operate CAUTION Do not assume the equipment is safe because of safety code protection Never leave children unsupervised arou...

Page 24: ...tomatic cool down period is appended to the end of any time based program so adjust the time limit accordingly To set a maximum workout time 1 At the S E T M A X W O R K O U T T I M E prompt press OK...

Page 25: ...down effectively eliminating pause mode To set a maximum pause time 1 At the S E T M A X P A U S E T I M E prompt press OK Use the navigational arrow keys to select a time limit between 1 and 120 seco...

Page 26: ...the display to the appropriate unit of measure and then change the speed limit in this program Refer to Selecting a U S Standard or Metric Display 1 At the S E T S P E E D L I M I T prompt press OK Us...

Page 27: ...tions refer to the table in Changing the Product Settings Treadmill Changing Remote Control Access Important To affect this setting the treadmill must be connected to a computer and you will need to b...

Page 28: ...ike Setting a Resistance Range The bike resistance levels are low medium and high Within each setting 25 levels of resistance are available but the chosen setting affects the overall resistance range...

Page 29: ...error log In general you would only access this information if directed to do so by Precor Customer Support To navigate through the informational displays use the following flowchart A table located...

Page 30: ...displays show S E R I A L N U M B E R All U S A G E L O G The number of times each program has been used and displays the associated cumulative minutes Helpful in determining user preferences in progr...

Page 31: ...RESET key to return to the Precor banner Note On treadmills the red STOP button can be used instead of the PAUSE RESET key Erasing the Error Log When you no longer need the error log information you c...

Page 32: ...ser continues the numbers fill in the display from right to left When all five numbers are in place the user must press ENTER or OK to submit the user ID CLEAR or BACK Erases individual numbers in the...

Page 33: ...t needs service disconnect any power connections and move the equipment away from the exercising area Place an OUT OF SERVICE sign on it and make sure all patrons and users know that they must not use...

Page 34: ...e ramp 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...

Page 35: ...evel as possible If needed the rear feet can be adjusted to level the treadmill refer to the Assembly Guide 2 Turn the equipment On 3 Stand beside the treadmill and press QUICKSTART 4 If needed enter...

Page 36: ...Location of the adjustment bolt To determine left and right stand at the rear of the treadmill and face the display Make all belt adjustments on the right rear corner bolt using the hex key provided...

Page 37: ...loosen the two adjustment screws as shown in the following figure Figure 7 Loosening the two adjustment screws 3 Use the inch hex key to turn the wheel lock adjustment key clockwise turn as shown in...

Page 38: ...id injury to yourself or damage to the equipment ask for help in placing the treadmill where you plan to use it Place a hand under each end of the end cap and using proper lifting techniques lift the...

Page 39: ...luding headphone jack USB connector and iPod connector 90 days Options Accessories Many options or accessories have components that are connected internally or mounted inside the electronic console Th...

Page 40: ...nt or instruct owners on how to use the equipment 6 Pickup and delivery involved with repairs 7 Any labor costs incurred beyond the applicable labor warranty period Disclaimer and Release The warranti...

Page 41: ...SE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT This exclusion applies even if the above warranty fails of its essential purposes and regardless of whether such damages are sought for breach of warranty bre...

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Page 43: ...Product Owner s Manual Notes 41 Notes...

Page 44: ...Product Owner s Manual Notes 42 Notes...

Page 45: ...s to complete and return your warranty registration YOU MAY ALSO REGISTER ONLINE AT www precor com warranty If you have questions or need additional information contact your local dealer or call Preco...

Page 46: ...of Facility Please detach and mail in the warranty registration within ten days of purchase Contact Person First Name Zip Code City State How many members do you have Less than 100 100 500 500 1000 10...

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Page 48: ...is widely recognized for its innovative award winning designs of exercise equipment Precor aggressively seeks U S and foreign patents for both the mechanical construction and the visual aspects of it...

Page 49: ...EFX 536i EFX 532i User s Reference Manual Elliptical Fitness CrossTrainers...

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Page 51: ...the equipment and follow any labels on the equipment Make sure all users see a physician for a complete physical examination before they begin any fitness program particularly if they have high blood...

Page 52: ...s When using the treadmill always attach the safety clip to your clothing before beginning your workout Failure to use the safety clip may pose a greater risk of injury in the event of a fall Keep in...

Page 53: ...the User Reference Manual and Product Owner s Manual Explain to your club or facility patrons that they should observe the following precautions Hold onto a stationary handrail or handlebar while assu...

Page 54: ...municipal waste but use the collection framework available to customers for the return recycling and recovery of WEEE Customer participation is important to minimize any potential effects of EEE on t...

Page 55: ...io frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the owner s manual instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications WARNING Per FCC rules changes or modificatio...

Page 56: ...ith a P80 console or Personal Viewing System PVS screen a separate power connection is required For a 20 amp branch circuit up to 10 screens can be connected If the branch circuit has any other device...

Page 57: ...contact your Precor authorized dealer Important An individual branch circuit provides a hot conductor and neutral conductor to a receptacle The conductors must not be looped daisy chained or connecte...

Page 58: ...Information 11 Wearing a Chest Strap 13 Using the Touch Sensitive Grips 14 Using SmartRate 15 Exercise to Your Target Heart Rate 16 Heart Rate Analysis 16 Troubleshooting Heart Rate 17 Display Consol...

Page 59: ...an internal battery that is recharged every time you exercise for a reasonable period of time Meeting the minimum requirements for operation causes the Precor banner to appear You can press QUICKSTART...

Page 60: ...e Total Body Workout On the 536i moving handlebars provide an upper body workout which helps increase cardiovascular fitness By adding the total body movement to your cross training workout you are ac...

Page 61: ...Consult your physician before engaging in any vigorous exercise Do not use the heart rate programs until authorized by your physician Know your heart rate and your physician recommended heart rate ta...

Page 62: ...sole for a minimum of 15 seconds This allows the receiver in the console to recognize the signal from the chest strap If Hr blinks in the HEART RATE display it is detecting a signal but has not yet de...

Page 63: ...ith the skin on the lower sternum just below the bust line for women 1 Carefully dampen the back of the strap with tap water Refer to the following figure Note Do not use deionized water It does not h...

Page 64: ...grips Usually the concentration of salts in a person s perspiration provides enough conductivity to transmit a signal to the receiver inside the display console However some people because of body ch...

Page 65: ...an recommended target zone Table 1 Heart rate target zones and SmartRate LEDs Heart Rate Zone Percent LED Lit Target Zone Label Below 55 First WARMUP 55 to 61 Second FAT BURN 62 to 69 Third FAT BURN 7...

Page 66: ...atically maintain it within a few beats per minute of your selected target To use these programs press the PROGRAMS HEART RATE key For more information refer to Programs Heart Rate Analysis Every time...

Page 67: ...Hr A signal is being detected through the chest strap or the touch sensitive grips but a valid heart rate is not yet established Be sure that the chest strap is moist centered and in direct contact wi...

Page 68: ...User s Reference Manual Display Console 18 Display Console...

Page 69: ...at you want to display during your session Indicator lights appear next to the item that is displayed You can perform the same function with the right selection key CROSSRAMP keys Use these keys to ad...

Page 70: ...h 9 Calves 1 through 6 More Information about the Upper Display The upper display includes the HEART RATE SmartRate and a program profile display The following descriptions explain what appears in the...

Page 71: ...e session the display becomes a message bar showing additional information depending on user selections and program interludes More Information about the Lower Display The lower display provides infor...

Page 72: ...lift and let you set a ramp incline between 1 and 20 The value displayed can change in whole number increments RESISTANCE RESISTANCE displays the resistance you feel against your stride The RESISTANCE...

Page 73: ...against your stride from 1 to 20 Ramp changes occur only when the foot pedals are in motion The number that appears on the display indicates the selected CrossRamp setting not the degree of incline Th...

Page 74: ...aveled since you began your exercise session your strides per minute or the total strides An LED lights and indicates which information is being displayed Navigational Keypad The navigational keypad p...

Page 75: ...the key to view the top level program in its menu 2 Press the OK key to confirm your selection Table 4 Available programs PROGRAMS Key Program Menu MANUAL M A N U A L INTERVAL I N T E R V A L VARIETY...

Page 76: ...nnels You can also enter number values in answer to exercise session prompts Unconnected Whether or not peripheral devices are attached to the equipment the keypad lets you enter number values in answ...

Page 77: ...handrail and step on the foot pedals 3 When you are comfortably situated begin pedaling 4 Select one of the following options Option Steps To start exercising immediately Press the QUICKSTART key To...

Page 78: ...E keys to change the resistance and the CROSSRAMP keys to change the ramp incline 4 Maintain a comfortable and consistent stride rate while exercising To use the SmartRate feature you need to specify...

Page 79: ...fitness facility manager To access the NO LIMIT option at the time prompt use the number keypad and type in 240 then press the up arrow key When NO LIMIT appears press OK If you choose this option th...

Page 80: ...nner appears the equipment is not connected to a computer If the equipment is connected to a computer the following appears C H O O S E Q U I C K S T A R T E N T E R O R A P R O G R A M T O B E G I N...

Page 81: ...rate toward the end of a workout session When you complete a program with a time limit or specified goal you automatically enter a cool down period The settings change to help reduce the intensity of...

Page 82: ...ssion Ending a Workout CAUTION Hold on to a stationary handrail when you near the end of your exercise session 1 To view your workout summary maintain the minimum rate of motion when you complete the...

Page 83: ...scrolls across the display explaining your options If your level of exertion becomes too great reduce your level of intensity by overriding each upcoming segment in the program profile When you comple...

Page 84: ...rogram through the PROGRAMS key and answering the age prompt If you use QUICKSTART to access the Manual Program your age has a zero or null value so the SmartRate feature is not available Interval Pro...

Page 85: ...Rate Program Tips The Basic HRC Program enhances your overall cardiovascular fitness levels to help you achieve your weight loss and fitness goals Read through the following tips before selecting the...

Page 86: ...art rate features talk to your fitness facility manager Weight Loss Program The Weight Loss Program available by pressing the WEIGHT LOSS key provides a program targeted at lowering body fat while imp...

Page 87: ...intervals During the work intervals increase your level of exertion so that the LEDs in the CARDIO target zone blink For more information about the SmartRate display refer to Using SmartRate Cross Tra...

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Page 92: ...cor Incorporated 20031 142nd Ave NE P O Box 7202 Woodinville WA USA 98072 4002 532i 534i Elliptical Fitness CrossTrainers Product Specifications Product Features 532i 536i Length 84 in 213 cm 84 in 21...

Page 93: ...EFX 532i Assembly Guide Elliptical Fitness CrosstrainerTM...

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Page 95: ...dio Theater Personal Viewing System PVS accompanies this Precor product review the PVS assembly instructions found in the Cardio Theater box Alleviate additional assembly or disassembly steps by combi...

Page 96: ...t product lines extra fasteners remain once you complete this assembly Fasteners Quantity A Hex head screw inch 16 B Flat washer inch 16 C Buttonhead screw 2 inch 2 D Flat washer inch 2 E Split washer...

Page 97: ...532i Elliptical Fitness CrossTrainer Assembly Guide 3 2 Display covers M Top Bottom 2 Leveler with hex nut L...

Page 98: ...lift cover Set it aside Use a long handle inch hex key to loosen the four fasteners that secure the front lift cover Set the fasteners aside A tab on each side of the front lift cover holds the front...

Page 99: ...s A two split washers E and two washers B Finger tighten Secure the ramp to the yoke using two buttonhead screws C two washers D and two locknuts G Wrench tighten using the inch hex key and a inch soc...

Page 100: ...ft frame Install the front lift cover Align the mounts and engage the side clips by pressing the front and back covers together Insert the four fasteners set aside in step 2 Wrench tighten using the l...

Page 101: ...While the cable is being attached you need to place the stabilizer onto the metal shaft and engage the clamp Wrench tighten the two fasteners in the clamp Rotate and slide the shaft cover so the tabs...

Page 102: ...t against the two bottom flanges Align the six mounting holes Start with the side mounts and insert the four hex head screws A with four split washers E and four flat washers B Finger tighten Insert t...

Page 103: ...e click is heard when the cable is properly attached Place excess cable inside the console bracket Important When connecting the RJ45 cable to the back of the display look for the receptacle that is i...

Page 104: ...the handrails to the handrail stub Wrench tighten using a Phillips head screwdriver Retighten the two handrail clamp screws using the inch hex key Connect the heart rate cables to the heart rate displ...

Page 105: ...a Phillips head screwdriver Wrench tighten the hex head screws Start at the base of the stabilizers and tighten all eight screws using a inch socket with an extension Return to the console bracket Wr...

Page 106: ...above 40 strides per minute must be maintained for several seconds 3 Grasp both touch sensitive grips 4 Look at the HEART RATE display After a few seconds a number appears indicating your heart rate 5...

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Page 108: ...2007 Precor Incorporated www precor com EFX532i AG 49979 102 en 07 January 2008 Precor Incorporated 20031 142nd Avenue NE P O Box 7202 Woodinville WA USA 98072 4002 1 800 347 4404...

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