Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product EFX534 Precor
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Light Commer cial EFX ® Owner’ s Manual COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION.
page 2 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION When using the EFX ® , basic precautions should always be followed, includ- ing the following: • T o ensure your safety and to pr otect the unit, read all the instructions before assembling and using the self-powered EFX ® 534.
page 3 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION • Never place your hand(s) or feet in the path of the roller arm because injury may occur to you or damage may occur to the equipment. Refer to Diagram 1. • Ne ver operate the unit if it is damaged, if it is not w orking properl y , if it has been dropped, or dropped in water .
page 4 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Important Safety Information ........................................... 2 Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal .............................. 3 Safety Approval ...................................................
page 5 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION T able of Contents Exercising on the EFX ® ..................................................................................... 34 The Hear t Rate Feature ..........................................................
page 6 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION RFI — RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE Federal Communications Commission Part 15 The EFX has been tested and found to comply with, • the IEC EMC Directiv e (inter national electromagnetic compatibility cer tification) • the limits f or a Class A digital de vice, pursuant to P ar t 15 of the FCC Rules.
page 7 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION EFX ® SELF-POWERED FEA TURES The power source f or the EFX is the user . When a person w orks out on the EFX and moves the foot pedals at a stride rate above 40 strides per minute, the power that is generated allows the EFX to function properly .
page 8 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION ABOUT THIS MANUAL Inside this manual, you will find instructions for installing and using the self-powered EFX. T o maximize the use of the EFX, please study this manual thoroughly . The manual uses the following conventions for identifying special information: Note: Contains additional information.
page 9 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Thank you for purchasing the self-powered Precor EFX ® 534. Important: Before using the EFX, we urge you to familiarize yourself and your staff with the entire Owner’ s Man ual. Understanding this manual will help you and your customers use the EFX saf ely and successfully .
page 10 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 3 EFX534 Hardware kit HARDW ARE KIT Carefully unpack the parts from the shipping container. Open the Hardware Kit and make sure that you have the following.
page 11 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Y ou do not need any special knowledge or e xper ience to set up the EFX. Howe ver , because of the size and weight of the EFX, you will need to obtain appropriate assistance during assembly . INST ALLA TION REQUIREMENTS Follow these installation requirements when installing the EFX.
page 12 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION 2 Diagram 4 4. Cut the tie wrap securing the front base tube to the pallet. Discard the tie wrap. 5. Thread the height adjustor to its lowest position. Diagram 4, #1 and #2. Remove the height adjustor from the Hardware kit.
page 13 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION 8. Prepare for the attac hment of the upright support to the base assembly . Diagrams 6 and 7. Remove the four phillips-head screws (D), two bolts (G), and two washers (H) from the Hardware kit. Place one washer (H) on each of the two bolts (G).
page 14 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION 11. P osition the upright support over the base . Diagram 7. Hav e your assistant mov e the upright suppor t close to the front of the base assembly while you thread the cable through the grommet hole and out the front of the base tube (see inset #1).
page 15 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION 13. Connect the cable. Diagram 8, inset. Inser t the cab le into its receptacle. Just like a telephone connection, a definite "click" is heard when a good connection is made. If you do not hear a "clic k," tr y reinser ting the cable connection again.
page 16 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION 17. Attach the left and right frame stabilizers. Diagram 10. Proceed with one side at a time. When y ou hav e installed the first stabilizer , perf orm the same steps on the opposite stabilizer . a. Remove four bolts (G) and four washers (H) from the Hardware kit.
page 17 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION 18. Tighten all mounting screws using a 9/16" wrench. Diagram 12. a. Ask f or assistance to rem o v e the suppor tive wedge from beneath the base assembly and to turn the unit onto its side.
page 18 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION 19. Attach the left and right handlebars . Diagram 13. P erform the following steps on one side of the unit and then, repeat the steps on the opposite side. a. Remove the three bolts (E) and washers (F) from the Hardware kit.
page 19 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 15 Secure the brac ket co v er . Bracket cover Upright support bracket 20. Attach the handlebars to the pivot arm. Diagram 14. Proceed with one handlebar at a time. When y ou hav e completed the installation steps f or one, perf orm the same steps for the opposite handlebar .
page 20 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION 22. Level the unit. Diagr am 16. T o keep the unit stab le, the EFX has adjustab le rear pads and, at the front of the base assembly , a height adjustor . Check to make sure that the unit does not wobble from side to side or front to back.
page 21 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 19 EFX Locking pin. Insert the locking pin when you are finished working out or when you leave the EFX for an extended length of time.
page 22 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 20 Wearing the POLAR ® chest strap. POLAR ® chest strap electrode strips Dampen with water . POLAR ® chest strap positioned and centered on chest. SUPPL YING POWER TO THE EFX534 The EFX does not require an electrical power connection.
page 23 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION These next few pages provide information that lets you customize the EFX. It is not inf or mation that your customer needs to see .
page 24 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION T o access the Custom Settings Mode, the follo wing must occur: ❑ Electrical power must be supplied. The f oot pedal speed must be maintained at 40 strides per minute. Or , the optional battery recharger must be plugged into the EFX and connected to an appropriate power source.
page 25 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION SETTING A WORKOUT TIME LIMIT Y ou can limit how long a user wor ks out by setting a duration between 1 and 240 minutes. Y ou can also choose NO LIMIT which allows the user to select a course and work out indefinitely .
page 26 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Press Enter once again and the Error Log appears. The EFX stores the last ten errors that have been detected. Press any ▼ or ▲ key to view the error codes. Note : If the EFX has no errors stored in memory , a “– – –” appears on the display .
page 27 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION The EFX ® 534 Display Diagram 22 EFX Display Console If a heart rate is detected, i t play ed in this windo w . SmartRate ® display Banner , prompts, workout s and course profile appear i Center displa y . During course selection, the course na me appears here.
page 28 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION USER SETUP PROMPTS Precor banner: The Precor banner and course profiles appear in the center dis- pla y . Always star t a workout at the Precor banner . Important : Because the EFX is self-powered, the Precor banner does not appear until the user maintains a stride rate above 40 strides per minute.
page 29 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION W eight prompt: A default w eight (WGT: 150 lb . or 68 kg.) appears. Use any ▼▲ key to change the weight between 1 or 999 pounds. An accurate weight entry provides f or a more accurate calorie count and proper use of the W eight Loss course.
page 30 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION CENTER DISPLA Y The items that appear in the display during a workout are descr ibed below . W orkout Statistics: Eight items, that relate to the workout, can appear on the display once a user begins a course. After entering a course, the workout time and the course profile appear for several seconds.
page 31 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION SMARTRA TE ® DISPLA Y SmartRate ® : A user must enter a n a ge, during the course Setup prompts and wear a POLAR ® chest strap, while in a course program, before the blinking segment in the bar graph can sho w the zone that his or her heart rate is in.
page 32 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION KEYS ON THE DISPLA Y CONSOLE The Precor products have an easy-to-use keypad that is activated by the slightest touch. Remind users that they only need to lightly t a p the keys. Each ke y on the displa y console’ s k e ypad provides specific functions .
page 33 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION SELECT k eys: While the Precor banner is displa yed, the SELECT k e ys act the same as the Enter ke y . During a course, the Select ke ys change what items appear on the displa y . Refer to page 36, Changing the Displa y Features Using the SELECT K e y .
page 34 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION The EFX is designed so that a user can work out with minimal instruction. The directions on the console and the prompts on the display help guide the user through an entire workout session.
page 35 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION REMOVING THE LOCKING PIN The locking pin secures the roller arm and keeps it from traveling up or down the ramp. Pull firmly on the pin to slide it out of the ramp. A lanyard is attached to the locking pin and ramp.
page 36 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION USING THE HANDLEBARS The handlebars on the EFX provide an upper-body w or k out that, when used properly , helps increase cardiovascular fitness. By adding the upper-body movement to your cross training work out, you’ re actually increasing your w ork effor t and enhancing your overall fitness level.
page 37 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION QUICK STEPS TO WORKING OUT 1 Use the Heart Rate features . Important: When you begin moving the foot pedals, continue to hold onto a handrail with one hand while you answer the Setup prompts with the other .
page 38 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION COOLING DOWN AFTER A WORKOUT Cooling down is an impor tant aspect of your workout because it helps reduce m uscle stiffness and soreness by transporting excess lactic acid out of the working muscles .
page 39 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION In Pause mode, yo u This is what happens..., resume pedaling Returns to the course and the workout statistics continue from where you left off. press Reset Displa ys the W orkout Summary banner . exceed time limit The EFX e xits P ause mode, resets the displa ys, and turns off.
page 40 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION The EFX lets the user choose between fi ve v ar iable courses. This section provides information about the special features and functions of the EFX courses and ho.
page 41 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Important : If you entered your age during the Setup prompts and are weari ng the POLAR ® chest strap , you can adjust the rest or work inter vals to k eep your hear t rate in its recommended zone.
page 42 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION CROSS TRAINING COURSE The Cross T raining course consists of alternating segments of forward and bac kward pedaling movements that focus on working the thigh and calf muscle groups. Ask staff p e rsonnel about the benefits of this type of workout.
page 43 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Maintenance The self-powered EFX ® will continue to run smoothly and efficiently as long as it is maintained properly . Y ou are responsible f or cleaning and maintaining the unit’ s integrity . If you f ail to maintain the EFX as described below , it could affect or v oid the Precor Limited W arr anty .
page 44 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 27 Battery recharger and adapter plug. STORING THE POLAR ® CHEST STRAP Store the chest strap transmitter in a place where dust and dirt cannot accumu- late on it such as, a closet or dra wer . Be sure to keep the chest str ap protected from extremes in temperature.
page 45 COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION REPLACING THE BA TTER Y The EFX534 batter y is built to last f or a long time. Howe v er , if you f eel that the battery may need replacing, check with an authorized service technician. Refer to Obtaining Service on page 7.
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