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 E...
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.; Choosing a Language; Accessing Club Programming Mode and Changing the
Treadmill: Selecting Safety Code Protection When the equipment is shipped from the factory, the safety code protection feature is disabled. If you enable the safety code, your patrons will need to enter four number keys in sequence to begin their exercise session and, on the treadmill, start the run...
Page 22 - Setting an Exercise Session Time Limit
Selecting a U.S. Standard or Metric Display The equipment can display measurements in either Metric or U.S. Standard. The default factory setting is to display U.S. Standard. To change this setting, perform the following steps: 1. 2. 1. 2. At the S E L E C T U N I T S prompt, press OK. Use the navig...
Page 23 - 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 24 - 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 26 - If you use this feature, connecting the optional power; Cycle: Setting a Resistance Range
EFX: Changing the Auto-Level Setting 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 RESET to r...
Page 28 - Informational Displays; The CLEAR key is located on the Number Keypad. If your
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 30 - 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 31 - User ID Entry with CSAFE Equipment; Once program selection
Product Owner's Manual: Club Features 29 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 32 - 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 33 - 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 35 - 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 36 - 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 37 - 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 38 - Moving the Equipment; The plastic end cap, on the treadmill, is specifically
Product Owner's Manual: Maintenance 36 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:...
Page 39 - 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 40 - Disclaimer and Release.
Product Owner's Manual: Precor Commercial Equipment Limited Warranty 38 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 41 - 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 42 - 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 45 - User's Reference Manual; Elliptical Fitness CrossTrainers
EFX ® 534i EFX ® 532i User's Reference Manual Elliptical Fitness CrossTrainers
Page 47 - Throughout this manual, references are made to the
Important Safety Instructions When using Precor equipment, always take basic precautions, including the following: y y y y y y y y y y y y Read all instructions before using the equipment. These instructions are written for your safety and to protect the equipment. Other sections in this manual prov...
Page 50 - EFX Features; Self-powered features; Workout Options
EFX Features The EFX is equipped with certain items that, when used properly, help sustain an enjoyable workout. These items include: y y y y Self-powered features Touch-sensitive grips Moving handlebars (534i only) Moving ramp (532i only) Important: Before exercising, review the safety instructions...
Page 51 - Using the Stationary Handrails; To learn more about the touch-sensitive grips, refer to; CrossRamp Display; More Information
User's Reference Manual: EFX Features 5 Using the Stationary Handrails To maintain your balance, always grasp a stationary handrail when you step on or off the equipment and when you use the keypads. To learn more about the touch-sensitive grips, refer to Heart Rate Features . Moving Handlebars Supp...
Page 52 - Heart Rate Features; Heart rate and SmartRate; Important Use and Safety Information
Heart Rate Features HEART RATE SmartRate Heart rate and SmartRate ® features are available when you wear the chest strap or grasp both touch-sensitive grips. When a heartbeat is detected, the HEART RATE display shows your heart rate and, if your age has been entered, the SmartRate LED blinks and ind...
Page 53 - The calculation used for the heart rate target zone is:
20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 70 80 90 100 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 110 Hea r t Rate Ta r get Zo n es Yo ur Hea r t Rate High Peak Ca r dio Fat B urn Wa rmu p Yo ur Age Reco mm e n ded Ca r diovasc u la r Zo n e Reco mm e n ded We ight Loss Zo n e Figure 1: Heart rate target zones y...
Page 54 - Wearing a Chest Strap; Do not use deionized water. It does not have the proper
3. Wearing a Chest Strap During a workout, the heart rate features appear on the display when you wear a chest strap. To receive an accurate reading, the chest strap needs to be in direct contact with your skin. 1. Carefully dampen the back of the strap with tap water Refer to the following figure. ...
Page 55 - Using the Touch-Sensitive Grips; While exercising, do not wear a chest strap and grasp
Using the Touch-Sensitive Grips While exercising, you must grasp both touch-sensitive grips for a minimum of five to ten seconds to transmit your heart rate to the display. Refer to the following figure. Figure 5: Touch-sensitive grips Usually, the concentration of salts in a person’s perspiration p...
Page 56 - Using SmartRate; To use the SmartRate feature, you must enter your age; The SmartRate indicator lights do not blink when:
Using SmartRate The SmartRate feature helps you monitor and maintain your heart rate in the target zone best suited to your specific needs. When a heart rate signal is detected, a single LED blinks and indicates the zone that your heart rate is in. Important: To use the SmartRate feature, you must e...
Page 57 - Exercise to Your Target Heart Rate; Programs; Heart Rate Analysis; Ending a Workout
Exercise to Your Target Heart Rate A dedicated window displays your heart rate while you exercise. To view your heart rate (beats per minute) on the display, either wear a chest strap or grasp both touch-sensitive grips. The Precor web site (www.precor.com) has several suggestions for workouts with ...
Page 58 - Troubleshooting Heart Rate; A heart rate can only be detected when the Precor; To conduct electrical impulses from a user’s heart, both
User's Reference Manual: Heart Rate Features 12 Troubleshooting Heart Rate The following table may help you understand and troubleshoot erratic heart rate readings. Important: A heart rate can only be detected when the Precor heart rate receiver is properly installed in the display. A user must wear...
Page 59 - Display Console
Display Console 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. Rea...
Page 61 - HEART RATE; –displays your heart rate when you wear a chest; –displays your heart rate as a blinking segment which
More Information about the CrossRamp Display Gluteals 1-14Quadriceps 1-12 Hamstrings 1-9 Calves 1-6 Adjust ramp to targetmuscle groups. On the 532i, changes in ramp incline affect different muscle groups. To target a specific muscle group, adjust the ramp incline within the levels shown in the follo...
Page 62 - Program profile; —appears during an exercise session. A blinking; If you choose to rest a book or magazine on the display, you
Program profile —appears during an exercise session. A blinking segment in the profile indicates your position. On the 532i, the CROSSRAMP setting affects the column height, but on the 534i, the ramp is stationary so changes to resistance affect the profile as shown in the following figure. The prof...
Page 64 - Keypads; Lower Display Keypad and the Selection Keys; CROSSRAMP; More Information about the Upper Display
Keypads Use the keypads to enter your exercise session selections and display preferences. Distinct keypads exist on the display and are discussed in this section: y y y y Lower Display keypad and the selection keys Navigational keypad in the center of the display PROGRAMS keypad Number keypad with ...
Page 65 - Navigational Keypad; Up
RESET: Press this key to end the exercise session and view your workout summary. An exception to this rule exists if you have entered the 30-second shutdown period. When you press RESET, the display returns to the banner. Refer to Pausing During a Workout or the Cool-Down Period or Self-Powered Feat...
Page 66 - PROGRAMS Keypad; PROGRAMS
PROGRAMS Keypad PROGRAMS PROGRAMS MANUAL WEIGHT LOSS HEARTRATE PERFORMANCE INTERVAL VARIETY The PROGRAMS keypad provides access to all the exercise programs. Press the center of the key to view the top level program in its menu. Pressing the key again displays the next program in the menu, if one is...
Page 67 - The OK and ENTER keys are usually interchangeable and; Number Keypad
User's Reference Manual: Display Console 21 Note: The OK and ENTER keys are usually interchangeable and provide the same function when no peripheral devices are attached to the equipment. However, when answering prompts that originate from a CSAFE device or computer connection, use the ENTER key. EN...
Page 68 - Hold on to a handrail and step on the foot pedals.; The QUICKSTART key is disabled when you press a
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. 2. 3. 4. Face the display. Hold on to a handrail and step on the foot pedals. When you are comfortably situated, begin ped...
Page 69 - QUICKSTART applies the following defaults:; Selecting
Choosing QUICKSTART 3. 4. QUICK START 1. 2. Begin pedaling. While the Precor banner scrolls, press QUICKSTART to begin the Manual Program. QUICKSTART applies the following defaults: Prompts Default Value Program Manual Time Fitness Facility setting Weight 150 lb (68 kg) Age 0 Use the RESISTANCE keys...
Page 70 - Selecting a Program; The fitness facility can set limits for workout, pause, and
Selecting a Program PROGRAMS PROGRAMS MANUAL WEIGHT LOSS HEARTRATE PERFORMANCE INTERVAL VARIETY 1. 2. 3. 4. While the Precor banner scrolls, press a PROGRAMS key, and then press OK. A time prompt blinks in the display. Use the navigational arrow keys or the number keys to adjust the minutes (1–240) ...
Page 71 - Storing Workout Statistics; If the display is blank, you will need to maintain the minimum; When your user ID is shown, press ENTER.
Storing Workout Statistics Many fitness facilities connect Precor equipment 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 manager to create a user...
Page 72 - Changing Programs in Mid-session; You cannot select a different program if you are in the; Cooling Down After a Workout; You cannot switch to a different program during the; to access this option. Refer to
Changing Programs in Mid-session You can change programs in the middle of a session by selecting a new program from the PROGRAMS key menu and pressing OK. All accumulated statistics are transferred to the new program as you continue exercising. Certain programs, such as Basic HRC and Weight Loss, ar...
Page 73 - In pause mode, you have the ability to change your program
User's Reference Manual: Workout Options 27 1. 2. 1. 2. 3. 4. Pausing During a Workout or the Cool-Down Period If your rate of motion drops below minimum requirements while exercising or during the cool-down period, a 30-second shutdown is initiated. You cannot pause for a longer period of time or c...
Page 74 - Choosing a Program
Programs This section describes the programs available on the equipment. 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 returning to regular exercise, you can start a cardio-condi...
Page 75 - Manual Program; Interval Program
Manual Program The Manual Program profile, available by pressing the MANUAL key, begins as a flat line. On the 532i, you control the CrossRamp incline and resistance settings using the CROSSRAMP and RESISTANCE keys. The 534i has a stationary ramp so you can only affect the resistance settings using ...
Page 76 - Consult your physician to determine the appropriate; Heart Rate Program Tips; Maintain a rate of motion above the minimum
Gluteal Program The Gluteal Program, available by pressing the VARIETY key, is designed to exercise the gluteal muscles. On the 532i, the ramp incline is preprogrammed. Review the profile to determine the ascent and descent levels of each program. Any changes to the ramp incline affects the program’...
Page 77 - Weight Loss Program; You cannot transfer mid-session to the Weight Loss
y y y You can change the target heart rate, but doing so affects how well your target heart rate remains in the preferred zone. It takes time to readjust the resistance so that your heart rate remains on target. If you wish to quit the Basic HRC Program, you can make a mid-session transfer to anothe...
Page 78 - Cross Training Program; For more information about the SmartRate display, refer to
User's Reference Manual: Programs 32 y y y When you change the CrossRamp on the 532i, the profile changes accordingly by raising or lowering the height of the columns. On the 534i, the height of the column is affected by the RESISTANCE keys. The Cross Training Program, available by pressing the PERF...
Page 81 - Assembly Guide; Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer
EFX ® 532i Assembly Guide Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer TM
Page 84 - Hardware Kit
532i Elliptical Fitness CrossTrainer Assembly Guide 2 Hardware Kit (not shown to scale) Note: Since the hardware kit is used universally across several different product lines, extra fasteners remain once you complete this assembly. Fasteners Quantity (A) Hex head screw (¾-inch) 16 (B) Flat washer (...
Page 86 - Assembly Steps
532i Elliptical Fitness CrossTrainer Assembly Guide 4 Assembly Steps Remove the packaging around the lift covers. Grasp the magazine rack at its base and slide it up and off the front lift cover. Set it aside. Use a long-handle ⁵⁄₃₂ -inch hex key to loosen the four fasteners that secure the front li...
