Page 2 - Do not allow children on or near the M9.55 treadmill.; WARNING; Grounding Instructions on page; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; IMPOR
page 2 When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be taken,including the following: • Read all instructions before using the M9.55 treadmill. These instructionsare written to ensure your safety and to protect the unit. Before beginning any fitness program, you should obtain ...
Page 3 - Personal Safety
page 3 Personal Safety When using the treadmill, take the following precautions: • Do not allow children on or near the treadmill. Do not leave children unsuper-vised around the treadmill. • Assemble and operate the treadmill on a solid, level surface. Locate the treadmill afew feet from walls or fu...
Page 4 - RFI — Radio Frequency Interference; Federal Communications Commission, Part 15; CAUTION; Canadian Department of Communications; European Applications; IEC 335-1, Safety of Household and similar Electrical Appliances.; European Applications - 240 Volt Units Only
page 4 with this in mind and take time to read the guidelines found on page 39. RFI — Radio Frequency Interference Federal Communications Commission, Part 15 The M9.55 treadmill has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The...
Page 5 - DANGER; dedicated circuit having a; ATTENTION: Haute Tension
page 5 Safety Approval When identified with the ETL-c logo, the treadmill has been tested and conforms tothe requirements of CAN/CSA-E-335-1/2-94, Safety of Household and SimilarElectrical Appliances. Grounding Instructions The M9.55 Low Impact Treadmill must be grounded. If it should malfunction or...
Page 6 - Table of Contents
page 6 Important Safety Instructions ............................................................. 2 Personal Safety ................................................................................. 3 Precor Heart Rate Option - Safety Guidelines .................................. 3 RFI — Radio Frequ...
Page 7 - Using the POLAR
page 7 6 7 The M9.55 Courses ......................................................... 35 Course Features and Course Descriptions ....................................... 35 Utilizing the Smar t Rate ® Feature ...................................................... 39 Utilizing Heart Rate Interactive ...
Page 9 - Before You Begin
page 9 Thank you for purchasing the Precor M9.55 Low Impact Treadmill. Precor has incorporatedan innovative design and some of the most popular features in the health and fitnessindustry into the M9.55. Ground Effects allows the treadmill’s running bed to absorb and cushion the shock ofwalking or ru...
Page 10 - Diagram 2; Hardware Kit
page 10 Diagram 2 Hardware Kit. A G C D F B Carefully unpack the pieces of the treadmill and lay them on the floor near thelocation where you plan to use the treadmill. Hardware Kit After unpacking the treadmill, open the hardware kit (refer to Diagram 2) and makesure that you have the following ite...
Page 11 - Installation Requirements; Assembly Instructions; Setting Up the Treadmill
page 11 You do not need any special knowledge or experience to set up the treadmill.However, you will need assistance. Because of the size and weight of the treadmill, itis recommended that at least three adult persons assemble it. Installation Requirements Follow these installation requirements whe...
Page 14 - Diagram 7; Diagram 8
page 14 Diagram 7 Attach theconsole to the leftupright support. 10. Secure the display console to the left upright support. Diagram 7. Align the mounting holes on the console to those on the left upright suppor t. Insert 2screws (A) and washers (B). Do not securely tighten the screws until after the...
Page 17 - Turning the Unit ON and OFF
page 17 Diagram 13 Adjustthe rearfoot. Important: If you need to make adjustments, adjust one rear foot at a time. Donot use the rear foot to raise or lower the unit more than 1/4” in height. Checkthe level of the unit after each adjustment. 15. To adjust a rear foot, locate the nut that secures the...
Page 18 - Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt
page 18 Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt The belt is aligned at the factory before shipment. However, during shipment or byusing the treadmill on an uneven surface, the belt might move off center. Proper beltalignment is important because it allows the belt to remain centered and assuressm...
Page 19 - Safety Features; not be allowed on or; Using the Security Clip; Using the M9.55 Treadmill
page 19 A special feature of the M9.55 is its interactive display which lets you select a user I.D.(1 of 4) and enter workout specific information such as, weight, preferred course, andage. Each person that uses the treadmill (up to four people) can have their own user I.D.and personalize their work...
Page 20 - Field 1
page 20 Diagram 14 M9.55 display Workout Tips The steps to working out on the treadmill are listed on the next page. A short descrip-tion appears in the left margin with the more thorough explanation following on theright. Tips to consider during your workout are shown below: • Check that the unit i...
Page 21 - Quick Steps to Working Out
page 21 1. For your heart rate to appear on the display, you need to wear a POLAR ® chest strap. Refer to Chapter 7 for more information. 2. Locate the ON/OFF (I/0) switch at the front of the treadmill and turn ON thetreadmill. The Precor banner appears on the display console. 3. Straddle the runnin...
Page 22 - Cooling Down After Your Workout; Review your workout statistics
page 22 9. Use the Incline ▼▲ and Speed ▲▼ keys to change the incline and speed during your workout. Hold onto the handrail with one hand while you touch the keys withthe other. Note that the keys are very sensitive, you barely need to press the keyfor a change to occur. Note that certain courses ha...
Page 23 - Using the Quick Start Feature
page 23 Using the Quick Start Feature The words “Quick Start” imply that you can start your workout immediately. Once youattach the security clip to your clothing, pressing Quick Start, while your user I.D. isdisplayed, causes the running belt to start automatically after the warning message“Belt St...
Page 24 - Displays the Workout Summary banner.
page 24 The following information shows what happens when you press certain keys while inthe various modes. During a course, you press This is what happens..., Stop Enter Pause mode. The running belt slows to a gradualstop. Note that you may also press the Speed ▼ key until zero appears on the displ...
Page 25 - Features on the Display Console
page 25 The display console lets you control your M9.55 treadmill. The directions on theconsole and the prompts on the display guide you through your workout session.Before using the treadmill, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with it so thatyou can use it safely and effectively. This sect...
Page 26 - Changing the User Display Fields; Note: Use the number or; Field 3 shows the number of the last course used.
page 26 Changing the User Display Fields When a user I.D. is displayed, you have the option to change the WEIGHT, COURSE,and AGE displays by pressing a Change key and highlighting the information. If you press the Change key to highlight WEIGHT, the information that appears onthe display changes acc...
Page 28 - SPEED: Displays the running belt’s speed. The
page 28 Smart Rate ® Display You must enter your “AGE” after selecting a user I.D., and wear a POLAR ® chest strap, while in a course program, before the blinking segment in the bar graph can showwhich zone your heart rate is in: Weight Loss or Cardiovascular. • Weight Loss Zone: Maintaining your he...
Page 29 - Keys on the Display Console; Quick Start, Speed Control
page 29 CALORIES: Provides the cumulative number of calories currently being burned. SEGMENT TIME: Indicates the amount of time, in minutes and seconds (MM:SS),that remain in the highlighted column (or segment) before the next column beginsblinking. INCLINE: Displays the percent of incline during yo...
Page 30 - Keypad Tips
page 30 Keypad Tips • Accurate entries are required or features such as Smart Rate ® may not work properly. • Press Enter to select the information being displayed. • Quick Start bypasses further selections and causes the running belt to startmoving. Default values may apply (see QUICK START on page...
Page 31 - QUICK START Default Values
page 31 STOP: When the red Stop button is pressed, the running belt slows to a gradual stop.The treadmill remains in Pause mode. If the lift was moving when the Stop buttonwas pressed, the lift stops also and remains at its current incline level. To resume a workout, the Speed ▲ key must be pressed....
Page 32 - Selecting a U.S. Standard or Metric Display; Programming the M9.55 Treadmill
page 32 Several aspects of the M9.55 treadmill can be programmed. This section providesinstructions on how to: • select U.S. standard or Metric display • enable or disable password protection • create a user name • view the odometer, hours of use, software version, and error log Selecting a U.S. Sta...
Page 34 - Viewing the Odometer, Hours of Use, Software Version and Error Log; Speed; Press Enter once again and the Error Log appears. Press any
page 34 Viewing the Odometer, Hours of Use, Software Version and Error Log Start at the Precor banner and press the Stop button. Then, within ½ second, initiatethe following key sequence. Speed ▲ , Speed ▼ Note: You can use the number keys (6, 5) instead of Speed ▲ , Speed ▼ if you prefer. The field...
Page 35 - Course Features and Course Descriptions
page 35 A variety of exercise options are available on the M9.55. Descriptions of the coursesprinted on the display console label are described in this section. The informationincludes: • brief course descriptions • creating and using custom courses • using the Manual program • using the preprogramm...
Page 37 - Course; RANDOM
page 37 Type of course Description infinite Every time a Random course is selected, a different courseprofile appears. The 1-minute segments that appear in thecourse profile maintain a set incline that you can override usingthe Incline ▼▲ keys. The incline is preset to zero for the first segment and...
Page 39 - Important: Access to Smart Rate; Utilizing the Heart Rate Interactive Capabilities; HEART RATE TRAINING ZONE
page 39 Utilizing the Smart Rate ® Feature Add the benefit of Smart Rate ® to every course on the treadmill. Using Smart Rate ® as a visual cue helps you adjust your exercise routine to suit specific needs. SmartRate ® simplifies the correlation between heart rate and exercise. You don’t have to sto...
Page 40 - Heart Rate Course; Note: For the M9.55 to detect a heart rate, you must wear the POLAR
page 40 • Gently stretch your lower body and back before and after working out to helpprevent stiffness or soreness. • Know your heart rate (pulse) and your physician-recommended heart ratetraining zone. Individual heart rates vary according to several physiologicalfactors and may not correspond dir...
Page 41 - Storing the POLAR
page 41 Using the POLAR ® Equipment 7 The Precor Heart Rate System has many unique features. Before you use thePOLAR ® chest strap, please study this section thoroughly. Important: If you do not use the Precor Heart Rate Option according to the guide-lines found in this manual, you could jeopardize ...
Page 42 - Cleaning the Equipment; DANGER — T; Aligning the Running Belt; left rear corner bolt using the hex key provided.; Maintaining the Treadmill
page 42 The M9.55 treadmill requires little maintenance to keep it running smoothly andefficiently. However, you are responsible for typical maintenance tasks such as,cleaning the unit to keep it free from dust and dirt accumulation. If you fail to maintainthe treadmill as described below, it could ...
Page 43 - Servicing the Treadmill
page 43 CAUTION: If you hear any chafing or therunning belt appears to be gettingdamaged, stop the running belt immedi-ately by pressing the red Stop key.Contact Precor Customer Support. 3. Turn ON the treadmill. 4. Stand to the side of the treadmill and press Quick Start, enter the password (ifnece...
Page 44 - Exploded Vie
Exploded V iews Precor is a registered tr ademar k of Precor Incor porated. Cop y right 2000 Precor Incor por ated. Precor W eb site: www .precor .com Specifications subject to change without notice . Precor Incor por ated. P .O . Bo x 3004 Bothell, W A USA 98041-3004 P/N 43543-101 11/8/00 Re v. A P...
Page 51 - Conditions; Residential Equipment Limited Warranty; Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers and Motorized Treadmills; Please fill out the; Fill this portion out and keep for your records.
Residential Equipment Limited Warranty Thank you for purchasing a PRECOR product. In order that we may continue to serve you in the future, please take a few minutes tocomplete and return this warranty registration. The undersigned hereby acknowledges receipt of the Precor Limited Warranty and affir...
Page 52 - Warranty Registration Card; M9.55 Low Impact Treadmill featuring Heart Rate and Smart Rate; Electronic Specifications; C955 Display Readouts:; Product
Precor IncorporatedP.O. Box 3004Bothell, WA USA 98041-3004 PLACE STAMP HERE Please fill out the W arranty Registr ation and mail it to Precor . Warranty Registration Card ▼ Precor IncorporatedP.O. Box 3004Bothell, WA USA 98041-3004 Precor, EFX, M, and Smart Rate are registered trademarks of Precor I...
