Page 3 - Important Safety Instructions; DANGER; The optional power adapter is considered an electrical
Important Safety Instructions When using Precor equipment, always take basic precautions, including the following: y y y y y y y y y y Read all instructions before using the equipment. These instructions are written to educate patrons and other users in the proper use of the equipment. Other section...
Page 4 - Do not use outdoors.; Safety Code; Treadmill Safety; Safety Approval
y y y y y y y Never operate the equipment if it is damaged, not working properly, when it has been dropped, or has been immersed in water. Return the equipment to a service center for examination and repair. Keep the power cord or optional power adapter and plug away from heated surfaces. Do not ope...
Page 5 - Educating Users; User’s Reference Manual; Product Recycling and Disposal; Obtaining Service
Educating Users Take time to educate users on the safety instructions found in both the User’s Reference Manual and Product Owner’s Manual . Explain to your club or facility patrons that they should: y y y y Hold onto a stationary handrail or handlebar while stepping onto the equipment or when getti...
Page 6 - Federal Communications Commission, Part 15; WARNING; Industry Canada; This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.; European Applications; This product is compliant to:
Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) Federal Communications Commission, Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference...
Page 7 - Treadmill Grounding Instructions
Treadmill Grounding Instructions The treadmill must be grounded. If the equipment malfunctions or breaks down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current, which reduces the risk of electrical shock. The treadmill has a power cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a ...
Page 9 - Table of Contents
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ............................................ 1 Safety Code..................................................................................... 2 Safety Approval .............................................................................. 2 Educating...
Page 10 - Treadmill Safety Features; Entering the Safety Code; Using the Safety Clip
Treadmill Safety Features Before allowing users on Precor equipment, review the Important Safety Instructions found at the beginning of this manual. You should also teach your patrons how to safely use the equipment following the guidelines in Educating Users . Entering the Safety Code When the equi...
Page 11 - Turning the Treadmill On and Off; When it is not being used, turn the treadmill Off.; Weight Limit
Product Owner's Manual: Treadmill Safety Features 9 Turning the Treadmill On and Off To turn the treadmill On and Off, use the power switch located beneath the hood, near the power cord receptacle. Important: When it is not being used, turn the treadmill Off. Weight Limit You should not allow runner...
Page 12 - Self-Powered Features; Informational Displays Prior to Shutdown
Self-Powered Features On self-powered equipment, the battery initializes and displays the Precor banner when a user starts exercising. A minimum rate of motion must be maintained for the banner to appear, as shown in the following table. When a person meets the requirements, the power that is genera...
Page 13 - Symptoms of a Low Battery; Symptoms of a low battery include:; Using the Optional Power Adapter; Setting a Pause Time Limit
Symptoms of a Low Battery If no one has used the equipment for an extended period of time, the battery may need recharging. Symptoms of a low battery include: y y A flickering or erratic display User and program information is lost once the user stops exercising. No workout summary or notification o...
Page 14 - The Optional Power Adapter Kit; Replacing the Battery
Product Owner's Manual: Self-Powered Features 12 The Optional Power Adapter Kit If you purchase the optional power adapter, you must also purchase the internal cable kit. The kit supplies the cable, bracket, and fasteners that connect the power adapter to the lower electronics board. CAUTION: The in...
Page 15 - Club Features
Club Features These next few pages explain how to customize the equipment for your club or facility and view useful product information. All these features remain hidden to the patrons and can only be accessed using special key presses. Read this section if you want to: y y y y y y y y y y y y y y y...
Page 16 - Club Programming Tips; Always start at the Precor banner.
Product Owner's Manual: Club Features 14 y y y y Club Programming Tips Always start at the Precor banner. Electrical power must be supplied. For self-powered equipment, a constant power source is available if you use the optional power adapter, otherwise you will have to maintain the minimum rate of...
Page 21 - Entering the Safety Code.; arrow keys to alternate between the two selections.; Accessing Club Programming Mode and Changing the
Use the following flowchart to navigate through the menu settings on climbers. S E L E C T U N I T S S E T M A X P A U S E T I M E S E T M A X W O R K O U T T I M E RESET, 5, 6, 5, 1, 5, 6, 5 S E L E C T L A N G U A G E OK [ E N G L I S H ] [ U . S . ] [ 6 0 M I N ] [ 1 2 0 S E C . ] OK ▼ OK OK ▼ OK...
Page 22 - Choosing a Language
Choosing a Language The equipment can display user prompts, text, and user entries in several different languages. When the equipment is shipped from the factory, it is set to display English. Note: Programming prompts are not affected by language selection. The prompts in this section continue to a...
Page 23 - Setting an Exercise Session Time Limit; Treadmill: Accessing
Setting an Exercise Session Time Limit You can limit how long a user can exercise on the equipment. For example, if you set the time limit to 20 minutes, users can only enter a session time between 1 and 20 minutes. Note: The automatic cool-down period is appended to the end of any time-based progra...
Page 24 - Setting a Cool-Down Time Limit; At the
Setting a Pause Time Limit You can limit how long a user can pause while exercising on the equipment by entering a time between 1 and 120 seconds (two minutes). For example, if you set a pause time limit of 60 seconds, the display automatically resets to the Precor banner if no movement is detected ...
Page 25 - Treadmill: Setting an Incline Limit; navigational arrow keys to select the desired grade.
Treadmill: Determining the Club Speed Limit You can set a maximum speed for the treadmill. This limits how fast the running belt moves and, consequently, the number of speed settings that are available to the user. The speed is displayed in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (kph) depending...
Page 28 - is the ramp incline setting. Some
EFX: Changing the Auto-Level Setting 1. 2. 3. You can set a specific ramp incline so that the EFX automatically returns to it at the end of a workout session. Whatever incline you set, the EFX ramp returns to the setting if a user continues pedaling, once the program session has ended, and presses R...
Page 29 - Cycle: Setting a Resistance Range
Cycle: Setting a Resistance Range You can set a low, medium or high range of resistance on the recumbent or upright cycles. Within each setting, 25 levels of resistance are available, but the chosen setting affects the overall resistance range. Physical therapy conditioning is an example where you m...
Page 30 - Creating a Custom Program
Product Owner's Manual: Club Features 28 1. 2. 3. Creating a Custom Program Note: This feature is not available on the 946i treadmill, EFX546i and EFX556i. When you design a custom program, you are preprogramming the program profile. At the S E T C U S T O M P R O G R A M prompt, press OK. The progr...
Page 31 - Informational Displays; If your product has a PAUSE/RESET key, use it in place of
Informational Displays The equipment provides information about its use (odometer and hour meter), as well as software versions and part numbers, serial number, usage log, and error log. In general, you would only access this information if directed to do so by Precor Customer Support. To navigate t...
Page 33 - You cannot retrieve the error log once you have deleted
Error Log Quick access to the informational display is available if error messages have appeared on the display and have been recorded in the error log. This feature is usually reserved for service personnel. At the Precor banner, press and hold RESET for 4 seconds. If D I A G S - I N F O R M A T I ...
Page 34 - User ID Entry with CSAFE Equipment; Once program selection
Product Owner's Manual: Club Features 32 User ID Entry with CSAFE Equipment The 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. The user ID is displayed as five zero...
Page 35 - Maintenance; Daily Inspection; If you determine that the equipment needs service,; Daily Cleaning
Maintenance It is important to perform the minor maintenance tasks described below. 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 unplug the equipment from its power source (an optional pow...
Page 36 - EFX: Cleaning the Ramp; If your equipment has a ramp cover, remove it before; Storing the Chest Strap
EFX: Cleaning the Ramp Whenever the ramp becomes soiled, clean the exposed surfaces of the ramp and roller wheels by taking the following steps. Note: If your equipment has a ramp cover, remove it before performing the following steps. Refer to the EFX Assembly Guide. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Moisten a clean,...
Page 38 - Treadmill: Adjusting the Running Belt; , which moves the running belt to the
Treadmill: Adjusting the Running Belt If you are unsure about adjusting the running belt, call Precor Customer Support (refer to Obtaining Service ). CAUTION: For your safety, use the power switch to turn Off the treadmill before making any adjustments. Do not adjust the running belt when someone is...
Page 39 - Upright Cycle: Adjusting the Seat Tilt; Use a; Wrench tighten the nut
2. Upright Cycle: Adjusting the Seat Tilt To adjust the seat tilt on an upright cycle, take the following steps. 1. Use a ¹¹⁄₁₆ -inch (17 mm) box-end wrench or crescent wrench to loosen the nut beneath the seat as shown in the following figure. Figure 5: Loosen nut to adjust seat tilt Adjust the sea...
Page 40 - Recumbent Cycle: Realigning the Seat
3. Recumbent Cycle: Realigning the Seat If the seat rocks side-to-side, you need to realign the center wheel underneath the seat. Adjustment screws are located on the left side of the seat rail. To remove seat wobble (side-to-side movement), take the following steps. 1. 2. Obtain a ³⁄₁₆ -inch and ⁵⁄...
Page 41 - Moving the Equipment; The plastic end cap, on the treadmill, is specifically
Moving the Equipment It is important, if you plan to move the equipment, that you obtain adult help and use proper lifting techniques. The equipment is very heavy. Take advantage of the roller wheels on the equipment when moving it to a new location. Important: The plastic end cap, on the treadmill,...
Page 43 - Precor Commercial Equipment Limited Warranty; Warranty Periods and Coverage.; Conditions and Restrictions.
Precor Commercial Equipment Limited Warranty PLEASE READ THESE WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR PRECOR INCORPORATED PRODUCT. BY USING THE EQUIPMENT, YOU ARE CONSENTING TO BE BOUND BY THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Limited Warranty. Precor Incorporated warrants ...
Page 44 - Disclaimer and Release.
Product Owner's Manual: Precor Commercial Equipment Limited Warranty 42 This Limited Warranty shall not apply to: 1. Software (PROM) version upgrades. 2. Normal wear and tear, consumables and cosmetic items, including, but not limited to the following: grips, seats, and labels. 3. Repairs performed ...
Page 45 - Thank Y
W e are confident that y ou will be pleased with y our purchase and that y our ne w Precor equipment will help satisfy y our customers’ fitness needs , while helping y ou meet y our b usiness goals . T o allo w us to ser v e y ou better , please tak e a fe w moments to complete and retur n your w ar...
Page 46 - TELL US ABOUT YOUR NEW PRECOR PRODUCTS; TELL US ABOUT YOUR F
Whic h best describes this pur c hase (chec k all that appl y): ❑ First Precor product ❑ Replaces a Precor product of the same type ❑ Replaces same type of product – diff erent br and ❑ Enhancement to equipment already o wned How did y ou FIRST become a ware of this pr oduct (choose onl y one): ❑ A ...
Page 49 - User's Reference Manual; Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers
EFX ® 556i EFX ® 546i EFX ® 576i User's Reference Manual Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers EFX576i
Page 50 - MPOR; For safety, hold onto a stationary handrail while using the EFX
User’s Reference Manual: Important Safety Instructions 1 I MPOR T ANT S AFETY I NSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions When using the EFX, always take basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the EFX. These instructions are written for your safety and to pr...
Page 52 - EFX Features
User’s Reference Manual: EFX Features 3 EFX Features The EFX is equipped with certain items that, when used properly, help sustain an enjoyable workout. These items include: • Self-powered features • Stationary handrails with touch-sensitive handrail grips • Moving handlebars for a total body workou...
Page 53 - Heart Rate Features; Heart rate and SmartRate; Important Use and Safety Information; The calculation used for the heart rate target zone is:; Heart Rate Target Zones
User’s Reference Manual: Heart Rate Features 4 Heart Rate Features Heart rate and SmartRate ® features are available when you wear the chest strap or grasp both touch-sensitive handrail grips. When a heartbeat is detected, the HEART RATE display shows your heart rate and, if your age has been entere...
Page 54 - While exercising, do not wear a chest strap and grasp
User’s Reference Manual: Heart Rate Features 5 • After you put on the chest strap, face the display console for a minimum of 15 seconds. This allows the receiver in the console to recognize the signal from the chest strap. If three dashes (— — —) appear on the display, the EFX is detecting a signal,...
Page 55 - Using SmartRate; To use the SmartRate feature, you must enter your age.; Fitness Tools
User’s Reference Manual: Heart Rate Features 6 Using SmartRate The SmartRate feature helps you monitor and maintain your heart rate in the target zone best suited to your specific needs. When the EFX detects a heart rate, a single LED blinks and indicates the zone that your heart rate is in. Importa...
Page 56 - Exercise to Your Target Heart Rate; Heart Rate Analysis; Programs
User’s Reference Manual: Heart Rate Features 7 Exercise to Your Target Heart Rate A heart rate receiver is an integral part of the display so you can monitor your heart rate while exercising. If you wear a chest strap or grasp both touch-sensitive handrail grips, your heart rate (beats per minute) a...
Page 57 - Display Console
User’s Reference Manual: Display Console 8 Display Console ENTER CLEAR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Arms Chest Gluteals Quadriceps Hamstrings Calves PROGRAMS p g WARMUP FATBURN CARDIO PEAK HIGH HEART RATE CALORIES KEEP PEDALING OPTIONS BACK TIME PAUSE/ RESET TIME ELAPSED TIME REMAINING DISTANCE STRIDES/MIN T...
Page 58 - Refer to
User’s Reference Manual: Display Console 9 More Information about the CrossRamp Display On the EFX576i and EFX546i, changes in ramp incline affect different muscle groups. As you raise and lower the ramp, lights appear and indicate the muscle groups that are being worked. To target a specific muscle...
Page 59 - Changing; Column 1: TIME E LAPSED and TIME REMAINING; —displays workout time in minutes and seconds and; TIME REMAINING; —shows the amount of time remaining in a
User’s Reference Manual: Display Console 10 More Information about the Center Display The center display presents the program name when you select a program. During an exercise session, the center display becomes a message bar showing additional information depending on user selections and program i...
Page 60 - CROSSRAMP; Column 3: RE SISTANCE; RESISTANCE
User’s Reference Manual: Display Console 11 Column 2: CROSSRAMP CROSSRAMP —displays the angle of pedal motion affected by the ramp incline. The CROSSRAMP ▲ or ▼ keys affect the lift and let you set a ramp incline between 1 and 20. The values displayed can change in whole number increments. The actua...
Page 61 - Keypads; Lower Display Keypad and the Selection Keys; Changing Your Workout Display
User’s Reference Manual: Display Console 12 Keypads Use the keypads to enter your workout session selections, to affect what appears on the display, and to establish your pedal resistance and ramp incline preferences. Four distinct keypads exist on the display and are discussed in this section: • Lo...
Page 62 - Navigational Keypad; Up
User’s Reference Manual: Display Console 13 QUICKSTART: Press QUICKSTART to start your workout immediately using the Manual Program. Refer to Choosing QUICKSTART . RESISTANCE : Press and hold the RESISTANCE arrow keys to increase or decrease the force applied against your stride from 1 to 20. When y...
Page 63 - PROGRAMS Keypad
User’s Reference Manual: Display Console 14 PROGRAMS Keypad Diagram 6: PROGRAM S keypad The PROGRAMS keypad provides access to all the exercise programs. Choosing a category and continually pressing the associated PROGRAMS key, cycles you through the menu selections. Refer to Table 4 below. For a de...
Page 64 - Number Keypad; The CLEAR and ENTER keys provide the following functions:
User’s Reference Manual: Display Console 15 Number Keypad Diagram 7: Number keypad The number keypad has several functions depending on what is connected to the EFX. The CLEAR and ENTER keys provide the following functions: CLEAR: Use the CLEAR key to remove the last number being displayed. ENTER: U...
Page 65 - Workout Options; Hold on to a handrail and step on the foot pedals.
User’s Reference Manual: Workout Options 16 Workout Options CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, see your physician for a complete physical examination. Know your physician-recommended heart rate target zone. 1. Hold on to a handrail and step on the foot pedals. 2. When you are comfortably...
Page 66 - Choosing QUICKSTART
User’s Reference Manual: Workout Options 17 Choosing QUICKSTART 1. While the Precor banner scrolls, press QUICKSTART to begin the Manual Program. QUICKSTART applies the following defaults: 2. Use the CROSSRAMP or RESISTANCE arrow keys to change the resistance and ramp incline. 3. Maintain a consiste...
Page 67 - Selecting a Program
User’s Reference Manual: Workout Options 18 Selecting a Program 1. While the Precor banner scrolls, press one of the PROGRAMS keys to review its list of programs. A portion of the program profile appears in the upper display. The program number and name appear in the center display. 2. Choose the pr...
Page 68 - Storing Workout Statistics
User’s Reference Manual: Workout Options 19 Storing Workout Statistics Many clubs connect the EFX to a computer so you can easily retrieve your workout statistics and determine how well you are meeting your fitness goals. If you are interested in maintaining workout statistic information, ask the cl...
Page 69 - Use the arrow keys on the navigational keypad to display each; Follow the prompts on the display and return to the Precor banner.
User’s Reference Manual: Workout Options 20 Setting Display Preferences Before Exercising While the Precor banner scrolls, you have the opportunity to set display preferences and program goals. Once you set your preferences, you have a 5-second window to select a program. If you do not select a prog...
Page 70 - Cooling Down After a Workout; Ending a Workout
User’s Reference Manual: Workout Options 21 Cooling Down After a Workout Incorporate a cool-down period into your workout to help lower your heart rate and minimize muscle stiffness or soreness. When you complete a program with a time limit or specified goal, you automatically enter a cool-down peri...
Page 72 - Use this section as a reference tool to better; Choosing a Program
User’s Reference Manual: Programs 23 Programs This section describes the programs available on the EFX576i, EFX556i and EFX546i . Use this section as a reference tool to better understand each program’s purpose. Choosing a Program Choosing a program depends on your goals. If you are a beginner or re...
Page 73 - Manual Program; An exception to the cool-down period exists if the club allows it.; Interval Programs; from the previous level.
User’s Reference Manual: Programs 24 Manual Program The Manual Program profile, available by pressing the MANUAL key, begins as a flat line. You control ramp incline and resistance settings using the CROSSRAMP or RESISTANCE arrow keys. The program profile reflects changes to resistance on the EFX556...
Page 74 - Total Body Interval Program; If the club allows an unlimited workout time and you specify it,; Cross Country Program; INTERVAL
User’s Reference Manual: Programs 25 Total Body Interval Program The EFX576i Total Body Interval Program available by pressing the INTERVAL key, provides an additional aspect to the standard interval program. Each program interval prompts you to push or pull with your arms, which incorporates upper ...
Page 75 - Gluteal Programs; VARIETY
User’s Reference Manual: Programs 26 Gluteal Programs The two Gluteal Programs, available by pressing the VARIETY key, are designed to exercise the gluteal muscles. The ramp incline is preprogrammed. Review the profiles to determine the ascent and descent levels of each program. Anytime during a wor...
Page 76 - Basic HRC Program; Consult your physician to determine the appropriate; Basic HRC Program Tips; Maintain a constant stride rate between 100 and 160
User’s Reference Manual: Programs 27 Basic HRC Program The Basic Heart Rate Control Program lets you set a target for your heart rate. The program adjusts the resistance to maintain your heart rate within two beats per minute of the target heart rate while you exercise. To use this program, you must...
Page 77 - Weight Loss Program; For more information about the SmartRate display, refer to; Hill Climb Program; WEIGHT LOSS
User’s Reference Manual: Programs 28 Weight Loss Program With the Weight Loss Program, the workout time is fixed at 28 minutes and consists of seven 4-minute intervals. You are not prompted for a workout time. Use the arrow keys to change the resistance or the ramp incline for the rest or work inter...
Page 78 - Fitness Test; Fitness Test Tips; If a message appears stating that your heart rate is too; Completing the Fitness Test; PERFORMANCE
User’s Reference Manual: Programs 29 Fitness Test The Fitness Test, available by pressing the PERFORMANCE key, monitors your heart rate and calculates a fitness score based on your average heart rate during specific test stages. When the test is completed, the display provides a fitness score and fi...
Page 79 - Fitness Test Scores; Crosstraining Programs
User’s Reference Manual: Programs 30 Fitness Test Scores When you finish the Fitness Test, a fitness score appears on the display as part of the workout summary. The test results can help you gauge the effectiveness of your current exercise routine and tailor it to meet your fitness goals. Tables 6 ...
Page 80 - Exercise Session; Setting; Changing Programs in Mid-session; Pausing During a; Changing the Workout Time
User’s Reference Manual: Exercise Session 31 Exercise Session This section describes how to access the following opportunities through the use of the OPTIONS key on the navigational keypad. Any display selections set during the course of your exercise session are reset to the club settings when you ...
Page 81 - Addressing Your Weight and Age
User’s Reference Manual: Exercise Session 32 Addressing Your Weight and Age Your age must be entered to activate the SmartRate display and to properly use the heart rate program. To enter or change your weight or age during an exercise session, take the following steps: 1. Press OPTIONS. 2. The prom...
Page 82 - Adjusting Your Target Heart Rate
User’s Reference Manual: Exercise Session 33 Adjusting Your Target Heart Rate Your target heart rate can be adjusted anytime during your exercise session by taking the following steps: 1. Press OPTIONS, and then press the ▼ key on the navigational keypad until TARGET HR appears. 2. Press OK. 3. A bl...
Page 84 - Selecting a Language
User’s Reference Manual: Exercise Session 35 Selecting a Language You can choose to display text messages in seven different languages. To select a different language during an exercise session, take the following steps: 1. Press OPTIONS, and then press the ▼ key on the navigational keypad until LAN...
Page 89 - EFX; Assembly Guide; Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer
EFX ® 546i Assembly Guide Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer TM
Page 91 - Unpacking the Equipment; Installation Requirements
EFX546i Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Assembly Guide 1 Thank you for choosing Precor. For proper installation, please read this guide thoroughly and follow the assembly instructions. If you do not assemble the EFX according to these guidelines, you could void the Precor Limited Warranty. Obtaining...
Page 92 - Hardware Kit; Fasteners
EFX546i Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Assembly Guide 2 Hardware Kit (not to scale) 2 — Center crossbar caps (G) Fasteners Quantity (A) Buttonhead screw (1-inch) 14 (B) Washer ( ⁵⁄₁₆ -inch) 14 (C) Split washer ( ⁵⁄₁₆ -inch) 14 (D) Self-tapping screw (1½-inch) 4 (E) Phillips-head screw (¾-inch) 3 (F...
Page 94 - Assembly Steps
EFX546i Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer Assembly Guide 4 Assembly Steps R emove the lift cover and set it aside. Important: Grease on the lift axle can stain clothing. Be careful not to get grease on your clothing as you remove the lift cover. Remove the two large handrail bolts from both upright su...
Page 101 - Assembly Guide Addendum
EFX ® 5x6i This addendum accompanies your EFX Assembly Guide . The upright supports tend to rub against the ramp if they are not properly aligned and wrench tightened in the correct order. Refer to the table below and replace the appropriate step with the following: When all fasteners are snug again...
