Precor M9.25i - Manuals

page 5 Canadian Department of Communications “This digital apparatus does not exceed the (Class B) limits for radio noise emissions fromdigital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department ofCommunications.” “Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits ra...

page 6 Table of Contents Before You Begin ............................................................ 7 Unpacking the Treadmill ................................................................. 7 Setting Up the Low Impact Treadmill ............................ 9 Installation Requirements .............

page 7 Before You Begin 1 This manual explains how to assemble, use,and maintain the M9.25i Low Impact Treadmill.The following conventions are used in thismanual: “Note:” Contains additional information thatapplies to the preceding text. “Important:” Indicates information to which youshould pay spec...

page 8 After unpacking the treadmill, open the hardware kit (refer to Diagram 1) and make sure that youhave the following items: (A) four frame-to-base plate bolts (B) two water bottle cage mounting bolts (C) two lower handrail clamp bolts (D) four split star washers—place on frame-to-base bolts (E)...

page 9 Setting Up the Low Impact Treadmill 2 CAUTION: Do not remove or otherwise bypassthe 3-prong plug with an adapter or extensioncord in order to use a non-grounded outlet.Electrical damage can occur if the treadmill isconnected to an improper power source. You do not need any special knowledge o...

page 10 2. Remove the treadmill’s hood using a phillips head screwdriver. Unscrew all six screwsand set them aside. See Diagram 2. Grasp both sides of the hood with your hands and pull upto remove the hood from the base. Diagram 2 Hood Screw Base Remove thehood. Wheel PRECOR PRECOR Diagram 3 Upright...

page 13 11. Return to the upper handrail clamp, check to see that the foam on the handrails touches the edge of the clamp, readjust the handrails if necessary, and tighten the bolts securely using the 3/16" hex key (H) provided. 12. Install the water bottle cage by placing one internal star wash...

page 14 CAUTION: Do not walk on the running beltduring this procedure. Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt The belt is aligned at the factory before shipment. However, during shipment or by using thetreadmill on an uneven surface, the belt might move off center. Proper belt alignment isimport...

page 15 S A F E T Y K E Y B E L O W 3 As simple as using the M9.25i Low Impact Treadmill might seem, you should read this section sothat you can use the treadmill safely and effectively. This section of the owner’s manual providesthe basic information you need for exercising on your treadmill, inclu...

page 17 User I.D: One of four user I.D.’s can appear on the display. Choosing a user I.D. enables thetreadmill to identify you and track your cumulative workout statistics. It stores information aboutyour weight, preferred program, cumulative workout statistics, fitness score, perceived level offitn...

page 19 Incline: The M9.25i treadmill provides inclines from 0% to 15%. You can change the incline anddecrease or increase the level of your workout by pressing the INCLINE ▼▲ keys. The Incline display is set to scan and alternates with the Distance and Speed displays. Note: To display your incline ...

page 20 QUICK START™: Provides two different options to bypass the setup prompts: • If you press QUICK START at the Precor banner, a message scrolls across the display “BeltStarting 3, 2, 1,...” The running belt begins moving at 1 mph and the Manual course profileappears in the display. When you pre...

page 21 4 A variety of exercise options are available on the M9.25i. Refer to the course profiles printed onthe label attached to the electronic console. Before using your treadmill, we recommend that youfollow the instructions found in this section which include: • exercising on the treadmill • cre...

page 23 Cooling Down After Your Workout Cooling down after your workout helps reduce muscle stiffness and soreness by transportingexcess lactic acid out of the working muscles. It also helps your heart rate return to its normal(non-exercising) state. The M9.25i treadmill automatically incorporates a...

page 24 CAUTION: The QUICK START key automaticallystarts the running belt after the warningmessage appears, “Belt Starting 3, 2, 1,...”Always hold onto the handrail with one handand use the other hand to press QUICK STARTor any other keys on the console. Do notrelease your grip on the handrail until...

page 26 6. As you work out through the 8-mile course, you can continue to change the incline by usingthe INCLINE ▼▲ keys to change the cell that is blinking. You cannot “go back” to a cell once you move beyond it. However, you can pause by pressing STOP. Prompts appear andscroll across the display: ...

page 28 Using the Interval Courses The interval courses are among the best for conditioning your cardiovascular system. Thecourses are designed to raise and lower your heart rate in a repeating fashion for an indefiniteperiod of time. Refer to Using Smart Rate and Getting the Most Out of Your Workou...

page 29 The Precor Cardiologic TM System has many unique features. Before you use the chest strap transmitter, Cardiovascular Course, Fitness Test, or Weight Loss program, please study thissection thoroughly. Included in this section are the following: • wearing the chest strap transmitter • using t...

page 30 Understanding Smart Rate ® The M9.25i software incorporates the latest in cardiac monitoring to provide Smart Rate ® —a visual aid that lets you know what your heart rate is doing. When you use the Precor Heart Rate Option,the graph on the display lights up with colored cells to show your ex...

page 31 • You should not use the Cardiovascular Course or take the Fitness Test if you are taking anymedications that either speed up or slow down your heart rate. Since the test is based on yourheart rate response during varying levels of exercise, medications can invalidate the test. • Do not drin...

page 32 Note: If your heart rate cannot be detected or no heart rate information is transmitted formore than 20 seconds, dashes scroll across the display. 5. When you reach the time limit for the course, a cool-down period begins. The running beltslows and the incline returns to 0% incline. Note: Th...

page 33 Important: Six stages ( 3 minute intervals) comprise the Fitness Test. The number of stagesyou complete is dependent on your level of fitness. Do not be alarmed if you do not completeall six stages; this is normal. However, you must complete at least two stages to receive afitness score. Sto...

page 35 Troubleshooting Heart Rate Error Messages While you are performing the cardiovascular courses, situations can arise that cause certainmessages to scroll across the M9.25i display. These messages indicate that a problem hasoccurred and briefly explain what to do to correct the situation. Seve...

page 37 To help you get started in planning and carrying out your fitness program, this section providessome basic information on aerobic exercise—such as how hard you should work out, how longeach session should be, and how often you need to exercise to benefit from a regular program. A workout on ...

page 38 Diagram 16 shows your recommended heart rate training zone, which is calculated using your ageand your maximum aerobic heart rate. Your maximum aerobic heart rate is equal to 220 minusyour age. The chart is based on a resting heart rate of about 72 for males and 80 for females. Youroptimum t...

page 40 Maintaining the M9.25i Low Impact Treadmill 7 The M9.25i Low Impact Treadmill requires little maintenance to keep it running smoothly andefficiently. However, the customer is responsible for the typical maintenance tasks such as,cleaning the treadmill and adjusting the running belt. If you f...

page 41 2. Remove the old battery and replace it with a fresh one. Make sure that the positive (+) sideis up facing you. 3. Screw the battery cover back into place. 4. Test the battery by putting on the chest strap as described in Wearing the Chest Strap Transmitter. Stand within 3 feet and face the...

page 42 3. Insert the Safety key, turn ON the treadmill, press the QUICK START key, and then increasethe running belt speed to 3 mph (5 kph) by pressing the SPEED ▲ key. 4. Observe the running belt for a couple of minutes. The belt should track centered on therunning bed. 5. Press STOP to stop the r...

page 43 Displaying the Odometer and Software Version To display the total number of miles or kilometers that the treadmill has accumulated, thesoftware version number, and the error messages stored in memory, take the following steps: 1. In rapid succession, press STOP, SPEED ▲ and then SPEED ▼ . (T...

page 44 Precor IncorporatedP.O. Box 3004Bothell, WA USA 98041-3004 P/N 37974-101 9/97 USA R M9.25i Low Impact Treadmill featuringSmart Rate ® with the Cardiologic System Specifications Length: 67 inches (170 cm) Width: Handrails 28.5 inches (71 cm) Base 25 inches (63.5 cm) Height: 44 inches Running ...