Precor Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer EFX 5.25, Assembly Manual

Page 1: ...EFX 5 25 Assembly Guide Elliptical Fitness CrosstrainerTM...

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Page 3: ...h your EFX please contact your Precor dealer for the correct Precor power cord For a list of authorized Precor dealers in your area please contact Customer Support at www Precor com Required Tools Wir...

Page 4: ...C Buttonhead screw M8 x 12 mm 6 D Lock washer M8 6 E Buttonhead M10 x 20 mm 2 F Flat washer M10 2 G Buttonhead screw M5 x 50 mm 2 H Flat washer M8 4 J Locknut M8 2 K Phillips head screw M5 x 16 mm 3...

Page 5: ...protruding from both ends next to the base frame Connect the base cable An audible click is heard when the cable is properly attached Place excess cable into the base frame Secure the stabilizer to t...

Page 6: ...TION Make sure you do not pinch the cables while attaching the console bracket Any damage caused during installation is not covered by the Precor Limited Warranty Insert the bottom buttonhead screw C...

Page 7: ...connection CAUTION Guide the handlebar to its balance point and let it rest there When attaching the lower link arms have your assistant hold the moving handlebar for safety Failure to do so could res...

Page 8: ...he cable is properly attached Place the excess cable into the console bracket Connect the green grounding wire to the middle receptacle marked GND Attach the display console to the console bracket usi...

Page 9: ...lure to follow these instructions might damage the unit and will void the Precor Limited Warranty If an appropriate cord for your location was not included with your EFX please contact your Precor dea...

Page 10: ...EFX5 25 Elliptical Fitness CrossTrainer Assembly Guide 8 Notes...

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Page 12: ...2015 Precor Incorporated www precor com EFX 5 25 AG 300086 341 en 13 March 2015 Precor Incorporated 20031 142nd Avenue NE P O Box 7202 Woodinville WA USA 98072 4002 1 800 347 4404...

Page 13: ...nsitive grips To pause during your workout stop pedaling The pause mode has a 10 minute time limit Incorporate a cool down period into your exercise session to help lower your heart rate and minimize...

Page 14: ...cor recommends that you use a chest transmitter strap CAUTION Your heart rate should never exceed 85 of your maximum aerobic heart rate Your maximum heart rate is equal to 220 minus your age Diagram A...

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Page 17: ...ns in this guide before installing and using the equipment and follow any labels on the equipment Make sure all users see a physician for a complete physical examination before they begin any fitness...

Page 18: ...and at least 80 inches 2 meters away from objects behind the treadmill Equipment Weight Restriction Do not exceed maximum specified user weight of 250 pounds 115 kg Keep equipment away from water and...

Page 19: ...ug standards the container should also include a power cord for your region You will need to install this cord in place of the one attached to the equipment If you need such a cord and it was not incl...

Page 20: ...to Obtaining Service Product Recycling and Disposal This equipment must be recycled or discarded according to applicable local and national regulations Regulatory Notices for Cardiovascular Exercise...

Page 21: ...ons may cause harmful interference to radio communications Per FCC rules changes or modifications not expressly approved by Precor could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Canadian Dep...

Page 22: ...uirements Failure to follow these instructions might damage the unit and will void the Precor Limited Warranty If an appropriate cord for your location was not included with your EFX please contact yo...

Page 23: ...ormation about product operation or service see the Precor web site at www precor com For future reference write the model serial number and date of purchase for your unit in the space provided The se...

Page 24: ...Information about the Center Display 17 More Information about the Lower Display 18 Keys 19 User Identification 21 Setting Up a User 21 Updating User Information 22 Workout Options 23 Choosing QUICKST...

Page 25: ...Owner s Manual Table of Contents 9 Maintenance 39 Inspecting the EFX Before Use 39 Cleaning the Equipment 39 Long Term Storage 40...

Page 26: ...foot pedals when the EFX is not in use The locking pin secures the foot pedals to keep them from traveling up or down the ramp Before beginning your exercise session pull firmly on the pin to slide it...

Page 27: ...the rear of the unit near the power cord receptacle Refer to Figure 4 Important Turn the unit off when it is not being used Figure 4 Power switch Location It is important to keep a minimum distance o...

Page 28: ...f your hands are dry dirty or oily or if the skin on your palms is especially thick Wearing hand lotion can also cause an erratic readout To use the handheld heart rate feature place the palm of your...

Page 29: ...sensitive grips on the EFX grasp both grips and wait five to ten seconds If Hr appears in the HEART RATE display the EFX is not detecting a signal or has not yet determined your heart rate Note When a...

Page 30: ...t by the percent indicated in Table 1 you can understand the relationship between the blinking bar and your target heart rate CAUTION Your heart rate should never exceed 85 of your maximum aerobic hea...

Page 31: ...dicates your position SmartRate display Blinking horizontal bars appear when the SmartRate feature is activated Use the SmartRate display to monitor your heart rate and maintain it in your target zone...

Page 32: ...ied the default weight is 150 pounds 68 kilograms DISTANCE Displays an estimate of your cumulative distance travelled in miles or kilometers based on your CrossRamp level resistance level weight and c...

Page 33: ...ROFILE In most programs the CrossRamp setting affects the column height in the program profile as shown in Figure 7 The profile raises or lowers according to which arrow key is pressed Figure 7 Column...

Page 34: ...e is not a one to one relationship between the degree of incline and the CrossRamp setting STRIDES min Displays the number of strides you complete in a minute up to a maximum value of 510 strides per...

Page 35: ...einstated after you select your preferred program If you haven t already done so you ll need to set up a user Refer to User Identification PROGRAMS Key The PROGRAMS key provides access to all the exer...

Page 36: ...to the Precor banner RESISTANCE Press and hold the RESISTANCE arrow keys to increase or decrease the resistance from 1 to 16 ENTER Use the ENTER key to confirm responses to specific prompts Note The a...

Page 37: ...associated with the specific user key Once you enter the requested information it is stored until you opt to change it You can select the same USER key again and your user preferences will automatica...

Page 38: ...he USER key until USER 1 or 2 SETUP appears on the display 2 The display prompts you to enter a time weight and age Use the arrow keys to answer each prompt and then press ENTER With each successful e...

Page 39: ...s manual 4 Select one of the following options Equipment Break in Notice A thin protective sheath covers the roller arm wheels on your EFX As you exercise the roller arms move up and down the ramp and...

Page 40: ...cor banner If you select QUICKSTART after selecting a Program the SmartRate feature is enabled and the program uses default values QUICKSTART applies the following defaults 2 Maintain a comfortable an...

Page 41: ...lbs 10 114 kg and then your age 10 99 Note To change a value program time weight or age that you have already entered press RESET to return to the Precor banner Select a program and again enter the a...

Page 42: ...am also applies 2 Press ENTER or QUICKSTART to begin the program being displayed or choose another program using the PROGRAMS key The program you choose is stored and will be reinstated the next time...

Page 43: ...a Workout Important If you exit a program before completing it the cool down period is bypassed To prematurely end the cool down period do the following 1 Grasp a stationary handrail with one hand 2...

Page 44: ...E appear on the display The statistics flash eight times before the display automatically resets to the Precor banner Note The workout statistics include warm up and cool down periods 2 To return to t...

Page 45: ...ng program to slowly return your body to a comfortable level of exercise If you have been exercising and feel that you have an intermediate or advanced fitness level you probably have established goal...

Page 46: ...ng During a Workout or the Cool Down Period When you complete a program that contains a time goal the automatic cool down period begins Refer to Cooling Down After a Workout Default time limits exist...

Page 47: ...ate should be between 55 and 70 of your maximum aerobic heart rate Set a comfortable pace and adjust the CrossRamp and resistance settings using the CROSSRAMP or RESISTANCE arrow keys to meet the targ...

Page 48: ...cted in the program profile Interval Program The Interval Program P5 is one of the best for conditioning your cardiovascular system The program raises and lowers your level of exertion repeatedly for...

Page 49: ...eeded use the CROSSRAMP or RESISTANCE arrow keys to override upcoming settings Adjustments to the resistance affect the remainder of the program CrossRamp adjustments are reflected in the program prof...

Page 50: ...e information and exercise suggestions refer to the Precor web site at www precor com The program provides a 3 minute warm up period During this time you may change the CrossRamp or resistance but you...

Page 51: ...ut pause The QUICKSTART key is disabled while in advanced programming mode Use the arrow keys to change blinking prompts Press ENTER to make selections and RESET to return to the Precor banner Selecti...

Page 52: ...his information will help rule out any software related problems UPPER ___________________ LOWER ___________________ 3 When you are ready press RESET to return to the Precor banner Viewing the Error L...

Page 53: ...en you no longer need the information in the error log press QUICKSTART for at least four seconds to erase it NO ERRORS appears on the display and remains static to let you know when the error log has...

Page 54: ...ts some people cannot use the heart rate feature Table 2 Erratic heart rate readings Troubleshooting Error Codes If any error codes appear in the display turn the unit Off and On If the error continue...

Page 55: ...know that the EFX needs service To order parts or to contact a Precor authorized service provider in your area refer to Obtaining Service Cleaning the Equipment Most of the working mechanisms are pro...

Page 56: ...erm Storage When the EFX is not in use for any length of time turn it Off Make sure that the power cord is unplugged from its power source and is positioned so that it will not become damaged or inter...

Page 57: ...6 Frame Powder coated steel Regulatory Approvals FCC Product Features Programs QUICKSTART SmartRate Touch Heart Rate User Keys 2 Manual P1 Weight Loss P2 Fat Burner P3 Cross Trainer P4 Interval P5 Hil...

Page 58: ...for its innovative award winning designs of exercise equipment Precor aggressively seeks U S and foreign patents for both the mechanical construction and the visual aspects of its product design Any...