Precor UBK 615 - Manual

Important Safety Instructions 5  Care should be taken when mounting or dismounting the equipment.  For Treadmills: Do not use typing or web surfing features while walking at speeds that exceed a slow and relaxed leisurely pace . Always stabilize yourself by holding a stationary handle bar while us...

6 Product Owner's Manual  SPACING— The below minimum spacing recommendations are based on a combination of the ASTM (U.S.) voluntary standards and EN (European) regulations as of October 1, 2012, for access, passage around, and emergency dismount:  Treadmills— a minimum of 0.5 m (19.7 in.) on each...

8 Product Owner's Manual Educating Users Take time to educate users about the Important Safety Instructions found in both 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 handr...

Important Safety Instructions 9 Regulatory Notices for the RFID Module When equipped with a control console as described in this document, this equipment may include a radio-frequency identification (RFID) module. The RFID module has been certified to operate at temperatures between -20°C and 85°C (...

10 Product Owner's Manual Industry Canada This device complies with RSS-210:2007 of the Spectrum Management & Telecommunications Radio Standards Specification. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accep...

Important Safety Instructions 11 Regulatory Notices for Cardiovascular Exercise Equipment The regulatory information in this section applies to the exercise equipment and its control console. Safety Approvals for Cardiovascular Equipment Precor equipment has been tested and found to comply with the ...

Important Safety Instructions 13 Electrical Recommendations: All Equipment Excluding Treadmills Note: This is a recommendation only. NEC (National Electric Code) guidelines or local region electric codes must be followed. For equipment fitted with a P80 console or Personal Viewing System (PVS) scree...

Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions .................................................... 3 Safety Precautions ................................................................................ 4 Educating Users ..................................................................................

Chapter 1 Product Features This section is designed to show you how to customize the equipment for your users and view useful product information. All these features remain hidden to the users and can only be accessed using special keypresses. These custom settings allow you to  Change the display ...

Product Features 19 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, users have to maintain the minimum rate of motion. If you plan to program ...

20 Product Owner's Manual Changing the Product Settings You must be in the Programming mode before you can change the settings. To access the programming mode: 1. At the Precor banner, press the following keys in sequence without pausing between selections: RESET, 5, 6, 5, 1, 5, 6, 5 Note: A PAUSE/R...

22 Product Owner's Manual Use the following flowchart to navigate through the menu settings. Figure 3: Bike menu settings 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, the default lan...

Product Features 23 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 U.S. Standard. To change the display measurement: 1. At the S E L E C T U N I T S prompt, press OK. Use the navigational arrow keys...

24 Product Owner's Manual 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 i...

Product Features 25 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. To set a resistance range: 1. At the S E T R E S I S T A N C E R A N G E promp...

26 Product Owner's Manual Informational Displays Use the information displays to locate information about equipment use (odometer and hour meter), 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 P...

Product Features 29 Product Display Description All E R R O R L O G Displays any error codes that may have been detected by the software. All O D O M E T E R The odometer value correlates to the type of Precor product and the standard of units, U.S. or Metric, selected in the programs. • Treadmill s...

30 Product Owner's Manual Erasing the Error Log When you no longer need the error log information, you can erase the entries. To erase the error log entries: 1. Press QUICKSTART while any error description is scrolling across the display. 2. Continue to maintain light pressure on the key until the m...

32 Product Owner's Manual Using SmartRate® The Precor SmartRate® technology is a precise, easy-to-read heart rate monitor that helps users achieve their best personalized workouts. SmartRate displays actual heart rate information in relation to the user’s target zone for weight loss and cardiovascul...

Chapter 3 Display Console The display console is designed for ease of use. Use the following graphic and table to learn more about the console displays. Figure 4: Console parts

Display Console 35 Using the Upper Display The program profile supplies information about your programmed workout. A blinking segment in the profile indicates your position. The profile raises or lowers if you change your resistance. Figure 5: Parts of the program profile Keypads Use the keypads to ...

36 Product Owner's Manual PROGRAMS Keypad The PROGRAMS keypad provides access to all the exercise programs. To use the program keypad: 1. Press the center of the key to view the top level program in its menu. 2. Press the OK key to confirm your selection. Table 6. Available programs PROGRAMS Key Pro...

Display Console 37 Number Keypad The number keypad has several functions depending on what is connected to the equipment. Table 7. Connections Connection Description Computer (CSAFE compatible) If a computer is attached to the CSAFE connection on the equipment, the number keypad lets you enter your ...

Chapter 4 Workout Options CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, see your physician for a complete physical examination. Know your physician-recommended heart rate target zone. To begin your workout: 1. Face the display. 2. Hold on to a handlebar and step on the foot pedals. 3. When you are ...

40 Product Owner's Manual Choosing QUICKSTART Use the Quickstart feature to begin an immediate workout. To use this feature: 1. Begin pedaling. 2. While the Precor banner scrolls, press QUICKSTART to begin the Manual Program. Figure 6: QUICKSTART button QUICKSTART applies the following defaults: Pro...

Workout Options 41 Selecting a Program 1. While the Precor banner scrolls, press a PROGRAMS key, and then press OK. 2. A time prompt blinks in the display. Use the navigational arrow keys or the number keys to adjust the minutes (1–240) and then press OK. (Or, press CLEAR to return to the default ti...

42 Product Owner's Manual Storing Workout Statistics In some fitness facilities, Precor equipment is connected to a computer so that 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 infor...

Workout Options 43 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 ...

44 Product Owner's Manual 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 change to a different program unless ...

Chapter 5 Programs This section describes the programs available on the equipment. Use the following table to learn more about each workout program.

Programs 47 Program Tips  Begin at the Precor banner and choose a program by pressing a PROGRAMS key or QUICKSTART.  While exercising, you need to sustain your exercise motion. Stopping any movement causes the equipment to shut down to conserve battery power.  A blinking column indicates your pos...

Product Owner’s Manual RBK 615 • UBK 615 Precor Incorporated 20031 142nd Avenue NE P.O. Box 7202 Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002 XBK 615 POM 302217-101 rev A December 2012

Chapter 1 Assembling the Exercise Bike Important: The instructions in the following procedures are described from the perspective of a person standing directly in front of the equipment (that is, on the opposite side of the control console from a person using the equipment). These descriptions may n...

18 Assembling and Maintaining the RBK 615 Recumbent Exercise Bike Unpacking the Equipment The shipping container for this exercise bike consists of the following items:  Wooden pallet  Cardboard base  Cardboard cover  Foam spacers WARNING Do not attempt to move the equipment off of the pallet by...

20 Assembling and Maintaining the RBK 615 Recumbent Exercise Bike Required Tools  6 mm hex wrench  10 mm hex wrench  ⁵₃₂ -inch hex wrench  13 mm open-end, box, or socket wrench  14 mm open-end, box, or socket wrench  #2 Phillips screwdriver  Wire cutter  Fish tape Installing the Stabilizers...

Assembling the Exercise Bike 23 Attaching the Seat Back and Bottle Holder While the equipment is in use, the seat back flexes to support users of different shapes and sizes. Underneath the seat back, the bottle holder accommodates both left-handed and right-handed users. Note: We recommend having a ...

26 Assembling and Maintaining the RBK 615 Recumbent Exercise Bike To attach the bottle holder: 1. Move the seat as far back as it can go. 2. Position the bottle holder so that the two tabs on its underside are aligned with the bottle holder bracket. 3. Slide the bottle holder forward so that its tab...

Assembling the Exercise Bike 27 Installing the Upright Support and Cables DANGER Do not attempt to connect electrical power until all assembly procedures are complete and the console is properly installed. Before you begin this procedure, retrieve the cables for the console that you plan to install ...

30 Assembling and Maintaining the RBK 615 Recumbent Exercise Bike Making Sure the Unit Is Stable Make sure the unit is level before allowing anyone to use it. CAUTION: To eliminate movement, make sure the adjustable feet are in contact with the floor. To level the unit: 1. Gently rock the unit. If t...

Assembling the Exercise Bike 31 Installing the Console Before you begin, make sure that the cables have been fed through the mounting bracket and their ends extend through the round opening at the base of the bracket. The television cable, along with any audio, video, or power cables needed to suppo...

36 Assembling and Maintaining the RBK 615 Recumbent Exercise Bike Breaking in the Equipment Precor equipment does not require an actual break-in period. However, moving components such as belts, gears, and bearings can settle while the equipment is being stored or shipped. This can cause the equipme...

Chapter 2 Maintenance To keep the equipment functioning properly, perform the minor maintenance tasks in this section at the intervals shown on the maintenance checklist. Failure to maintain the equipment as described in this section could void the Precor Limited Warranty. DANGER To reduce the risk ...

38 Assembling and Maintaining the RBK 615 Recumbent Exercise Bike Alternatively, you can clean the equipment with Athletix fitness equipment cleaning wipes (for more information, visit www.athletixproducts.com ) CAUTION: Read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions, particularly dilution instruct...

Maintenance 39 Quarterly Maintenance Precor recommends that you clean and inspect the equipment more thoroughly once every three months. To perform quarterly maintenance: 1. Remove the cover panels. 2. Vacuum out any debris, being careful not to bring the vacuum cleaner nozzle too close to any circu...

40 Assembling and Maintaining the RBK 615 Recumbent Exercise Bike Moving the Equipment The equipment is very heavy. If you plan to move it to a new location, obtain the help of an adult assistant and use proper lifting techniques. If the equipment includes roller wheels on one end, use the wheels to...

Chapter 3 Self-Powered Features Important: This chapter of the manual describes Precor fitness equipment that can operate without being connected to AC power. This includes units equipped with P30 or P10 consoles. However, P80 consoles must be connected to AC power through their power supplies to op...

42 Assembling and Maintaining the RBK 615 Recumbent Exercise Bike Informational Displays Prior to Shutdown The equipment saves its battery charge by moving into a shutdown mode. If the user does not maintain the minimum rate of motion, a 30-second shutdown process begins. In this mode, the console d...

Self-Powered Features 43 Using the Optional Power Adapter After connecting the power adapter to the equipment, plug the opposite 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 h...

44 Assembling and Maintaining the RBK 615 Recumbent Exercise Bike Replacing the Battery The equipment’s battery is built to last for a long time. However, if you feel that the battery may need replacing, check with an authorized service technician. Refer to Obtaining Service . CAUTION: The battery s...

Chapter 4 Commercial Cardiovascular 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 Inco...

46 Assembling and Maintaining the RBK 615 Recumbent Exercise Bike Options / Accessories Many options or accessories have components that are connected internally or mounted inside the electronic console. The following guidelines determine the warranty for these components. If the internal components...

48 Assembling and Maintaining the RBK 615 Recumbent Exercise Bike EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. PRECOR AND/OR ITS SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY, WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT (INCLUDING WARRANTY), TORT (INCLUDING ACTIVE, PASSIVE, OR IMPUTED NEGLIGENCE AND STRICT ...