Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 9.21i Precor
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page 1 USA R Owner’ s Man ual Low Impact T readmills f eatur ing the Heart Rate Interactive System R R.
page 2 When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be taken, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the M9.
page 3 Personal Safety • Assemble and operate the treadmill on a solid, level surface. Locate the treadmill at least 4 feet from walls or furniture. Keep the area behind the treadmill clear. • Check the M9.21i or M9.21si treadmill before each use.
page 4 • Use only one chest strap at a time inside the range of the receiver. If the receiver tries to process several signals simultaneously, an incorrect heart rate reading could result. Be sure to keep any other transmitters at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) away from the receiver on your M9.
page 5 Canadian Department of Communications “This digital apparatus does not exceed the (Class B) limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
page 6 Table of Contents Before You Begin ............................................................ 1 Unpacking the M9.21i or M9.21si Low Impact Treadmill ................. 1 Setting Up the Low Impact Treadmill ............................ 3 Installation Requirements .
page 7 Before Y ou Begin 1 Thank you for purchasing the Precor M9.21i or M9.21si Low Impact Treadmill which feature several sophisticated and beneficial technologies: Ground Effects, Integrated Footplant Technology, Smart Rate® , and the Heart Rate Interactive System .
page 8 After unpacking the treadmill, open the hardware kit (refer to Diagram 1) and make sure that you have the following items: (A) four frame-to-base plate bolts (B) two water bottle cage mounting .
page 9 Setting Up the Low Impact T readmill 2 CAUTION: Do not remove or otherwise bypass the 3-prong plug with an adapter or extension cord in order to use a non-grounded outlet. Electrical damage can occur if the treadmill is connected to an improper power source.
page 10 2. Remove the treadmill’s hood using a phillips head screwdriver. Unscrew all six screws and set them aside. See Diagram 2. Grasp both sides of the hood with your hands and pull up to remove the hood from the base. Diagram 2 Hood Screw Base Remove the hood.
page 11 6. Secure the upright column support to the base by lifting it into position onto the base mounting plate. See Diagram 4. Align the bolt holes and hold onto the upright column support as you insert the frame-to-base bolts and finger tighten. Alternately tighten each bolt using the 5/16" hex key (F) provided.
page 12 10. To mount the lower portion of the handrails, take the lower handrail clamps (J), two of the internal star washers (E), and lower handrail clamp bolts (C) out of the hardware kit. Refer to Diagram 6 while taking the following steps: Note : Perform these steps on one side of the treadmill before proceeding to the other side.
page 13 11. Return to the upper handrail clamp, check to see that the foam on the handrails touches the edge of the clamp, readjust the handrails if necessary, and tighten the bolts securely using the 3/16" hex key (H) provided. 12. Install the water bottle cage by placing one internal star washer (E) on each of the mounting bolts (B).
page 14 CAUTION: Do not walk on the running belt during this procedure. CAUTION: If you hear or notice any chafing or the running belt appears to be getting damaged, stop the running belt immediately by pressing the STOP key. Contact a Precor Service Representative.
page 15 3 As simple as using the M9.21i or M9.21si Low Impact Treadmill might seem, you should read this section so that you can use the treadmill safely and effectively.
page 16 Understanding the Electronic Console The electronic console lets you control your M9.21i or M9.21si treadmill session. As you work out, the electronic display provides constant feedback about your progress.
page 17 SPEED : The speed at which you are travelling appears in this display. Your speed can appear in miles per hour (0.5 to 10 mph) or kilometers per hour (0.8 to 16 kph). If you wish to change the display, you can follow the instructions found in Customizing the Display.
page 18 CHANGE: In Manual mode, the CHANGE key lets you select the feature that you want to appear on the display. The feature remains displayed until you press CHANGE again.
page 19 4 Before using your treadmill, we recommend that you follow these instructions and go through a preliminary demonstration of the treadmill. When using the treadmill, follow these general guidelines: • At the beginning of a workout, take several minutes to bring your heart rate into your training zone, shown in Diagram 15 in Chapter 6.
page 20 4. Straddle the running belt with your feet firmly planted on the right and left staging platforms. (Stand close enough to the electronic console so that you can extend your arms to easily touch the keys.
page 21 Using the QUICK START™ Feature The words “quick start” imply that you can start your workout immediately. Once you insert the magnetic safety key and attach the safety clip to your clothing, the QUICK START feature on the M9.21i or M9.21si treadmill allows you to bypass the setup prompts and access manual mode.
page 22 Changing the Interval Course Profile Interval training provides numerous benefits. Since interval training segments the workout into smaller components, a 20- or 30-minute workout seems to pass more quickly.
page 23 Using the Weight Loss Program The Precor Weight Loss Program incorporates the latest findings on fat-burning and weight loss through exercise. It is based on research at the world-renowned Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research. The Weight Loss Program is similar to the interval course program on your M9.
page 24 Using the Manual Course Program Manual mode lets you use the M9.21i or M9.21si treadmill for an indefinite period of time while controlling the speed and incline. You can choose the Manual course program in two different ways: • pressing QUICK START at the Precor banner or any set-up prompt displays the manual course profile.
page 25 Creating Custom Courses on the M9.21si You can program the M9.21si and create your own course profiles using the two custom courses (“ CUST1 ” and “ CUST2 ”). Programming a custom course is easy. You just create the custom courses as you work out by determining the speed and incline for each 0.
page 26 Using the Precor Heart Rate Option 5 The Precor Heart Rate Interactive System has many unique features. When you use the Precor Heart Rate Option and have the optional heart rate receiver installed in the electronic console, your heart rate can appear on the display.
page 27 Utilizing the Heart Rate Interactive Capabilities You can make each program on the treadmill a heart rate interactive course by monitoring and maintaining your heart rate in the Smart Rate® zone best suited for your specific needs.
page 28 4. The software verifies that it detects the heart rate signal and a prompt appears requesting that you press the SPEED ▲ key to begin your workout. Important : Hold onto the handrail. If the treadmill is not already at 0% incline, it automati- cally returns to 0% incline.
page 29 To help you get started in planning and carrying out your fitness program, this section provides some basic information on aerobic exercise—such as how hard you should work out, how long each session should be, and how often you need to exercise to benefit from a regular program.
page 30 Diagram 15 shows your recommended heart rate training zone, which is calculated using your age and your maximum aerobic heart rate. Your maximum aerobic heart rate is equal to 220 minus your age. The chart is based on a resting heart rate of about 72 for males and 80 for females.
page 31 How Long Should I Exercise? The length of each exercise session depends on your fitness level. Exercise physiologists have determined that, to attain cardiovascular benefits from exercise, you should maintain your heart rate in its training zone for at least 15 minutes.
page 32 Maintaining the Low Impact T readmills 7 The M9.21i or M9.21si Low Impact Treadmill requires little maintenance to keep it running smoothly and efficiently. However, the customer is responsible for the typical maintenance tasks such as, cleaning the treadmill and adjusting the running belt.
page 33 C A U T I O N : T u r n O F F t h e t r e a d m i l l a n d w i t f o r t h e b e lt t o s t o p w h e n a d j u s t i n g o r w o r k i n g n e a r t h e r e a r r o l l e r . B e v e r y c a r e f u l t o k e e p y o u r f i n g e r s o r a n y l o o s e o b j e c t c l e a r o f t h e b e l t a n d r o l l e r s .
page 34 3. Insert the Safety key, turn ON the treadmill, press the QUICK START key, and then increase the running belt speed to 3 mph (5 kph) by pressing the SPEED ▲ key. 4. Observe the running belt for a couple of minutes. The belt should track centered on the running bed.
page 35 Obtaining Service Do not attempt to service the M9.21i or M9.21si Low Impact Treadmill yourself except for minor belt adjustments and maintenance as described in this manual. The M9.21i or M9.21si treadmill does not contain any user-serviceable parts.
page 36 Precor Incorporated P.O. Box 3004 Bothell, WA USA 98041-3004 M9.21i and M9.21si Low Impact T readmills featuring the Heart Rate Interactive System Specifications Length: 67 inches (170 cm) Width: Handrails 28.5 inches (71 cm) Base 25 inches (63.
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