Precor EFX 883 Assembly Instructions

Assembling and Maintaining
Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers™
EFX® 883 • EFX® 833 • EFX® 813
Precor Incorporated
20031 142nd Avenue NE
P.O. Box 7202
Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002
EFX 8x3 PAG/OM 300712-501 rev K, en
February 2015

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ASSEMBLING AND MAINTAINING ELLIPTICAL FITNESS
CROSSTRAINERS: EFX 883 / 833 / 813
P/N 300712-501 rev K
Copyright © February 2015 Precor Incorporated. All rights
reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice.
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20031 142nd Ave NE, P.O. Box 7202
Woodinville, WA 98072-4002
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Important Safety Instructions
Important: Save these instructions for future reference.
Read all instructions in the documentation provided with your
exercise equipment, including all assembly guides, user
guides, and owner’s manuals, before installation of this
device.
Note: This product is intended for commercial use.
The display apparatus (hereinafter referred to as the console)
is intended to be shipped with new Precor exercise equipment
(hereinafter referred to as the base unit). It is not packaged for
individual sale.
WARNING
To prevent injury, the console must be
attached securely to the base unit following all
assembly and installation instructions shipped
with the base unit. The console is intended to
be connected to AC mains power through the
furnished power supply ONLY. It should be
powered on only when installed as described
in the assembly and installation instructions
shipped with the base unit. The console is
intended for use only with Precor fitness
equipment, not as a standalone device.

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Safety Precautions
Always follow basic safety precautions when using this
equipment to reduce the chance of injury, fire, or damage.
Other sections in this manual provide more details of safety
features. Be sure to read these sections and observe all safety
notices. These precautions include the following:
Read all instructions 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
program, particularly if they have high blood pressure,
high cholesterol or heart disease; have a family history of
any of the preceding conditions; are over the age of 45;
smoke; are obese; have not exercised regularly in the past
year; or are taking any medication.
French equivalent of the above notice, for Canadian
markets: Il est conseillé aux utilisateurs de subir un examen
médical complet avant d’entreprendre tout programme
d’exercice, en particulier s’ils souffrent d’hypertension
artérielle, ou de cardiopathie ou ont un taux de cholestérol
élevé, s’ils ont des antécédents familiaux des précédentes
maladies, s’ils ont plus de 45ans, s’ils fument, s’ils sont
obèses, s’ils n’ont pas fait d’exercices réguliers au cours de
l’année précédente ou s’ils prennent des médicaments. Si vous
avez des étourdissements ou des faiblesses, arrêtez les
exercices immédiatement.
Do not allow children, or people unfamiliar with the
operation of this equipment, on or near it. Do not leave
children unsupervised around the equipment.
Make sure all users wear proper exercise clothing and
shoes for their workouts and avoid loose or dangling
clothing. Users should not wear shoes with heels or
leather soles, and they should check the soles of their
shoes to remove any dirt and embedded stones. They
should also tie long hair back.
Never leave the equipment unattended when it is plugged
in. Unplug the equipment from its power source when it is
not in use, before cleaning it, and before providing
authorized service.
Note: The optional power adapter is considered a power
source for self-powered equipment.
Use the power adapter provided with the equipment. Plug
the power adapter into an appropriate, grounded power
outlet as marked on the equipment.

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 using typing or web surfing
features.
For AMT and EFX: Always stabilize yourself by holding a
stationary handle bar while using typing or web surfing
features.
Read, understand, and test the emergency stop
procedures before use.
Keep the power cord or optional power adapter and plug
away from heated surfaces.
Route power cables so that they are not walked on,
pinched, or damaged by items placed upon or against
them, including the equipment itself.
Ensure the equipment has adequate ventilation. Do not
place anything on top of or over the equipment. Do not
use on a cushioned surface that could block the
ventilation opening.
Assemble and operate the equipment on a solid, level
surface.

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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
side of the treadmill and 2 m (78 in.) behind the
machine.
–Cardio equipment other than treadmills—a
minimum of 0.5 m (19.7 in.) on at least one side, and
0.5 m (19.7 in.) behind or in front the machine.
Careful consideration should be given to the
requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA), US Code 28 CFR (see Section 305). ASTM
standards are voluntary and may not reflect current
industry standards. The actual area for access, passage
around, and emergency dismount is the responsibility of
the facility. The facility should consider the total space
requirements for training on each unit, voluntary and
industry standards, and any local, state, and federal
regulations. Standards and regulations are subject to
change at any time.
Important:These spacing recommendations should be used
when positioning equipment away from sources of heat, such
as radiators, heat registers, and stoves.Avoid temperature
extremes.
Keep equipment away from water and moisture. Avoid
dropping anything on or spilling anything inside the
equipment to prevent electric shock or damage to the
electronics.
When using the treadmill, always attach the safety clip to
your clothing before beginning your workout. Failure to
use the safety clip may pose a greater risk of injury in the
event of a fall.
Keep in mind that heart rate monitors are not medical
devices. Various factors, including the user’s movement,
may affect the accuracy of the heart rate readings. The
heart rate monitors are intended only as exercise aids in
determining heart rate trends in general.
Do not operate electrically powered equipment in damp
or wet locations.
Never operate this equipment if it has a damaged cord or
plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been dropped,
damaged, or exposed to water. Call for service
immediately if any of these conditions exist.

Important Safety Instructions 7
Maintain the equipment to keep it in good working
condition, as described in the Maintenance section of the
owner’s manual. Inspect the equipment for incorrect,
worn, or loose components, and then correct, replace or
tighten prior to use.
If you plan to move the equipment, obtain help and use
proper lifting techniques.
Equipment Weight Restrictions: Do not use the treadmill
if you weigh more than 400 pounds (180 kg). If you weigh
more than 350 pounds (160 kg), do not run on the
treadmill. For all other fitness equipment, the weight limit
is 350 pounds (160 kg).
Use the equipment only for its intended purpose as
described in this manual. Do not use accessory
attachments that are not recommended by Precor. Such
attachments may cause injuries.
Do not operate the equipment where aerosol (spray)
products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not attempt to service the equipment yourself, except
to follow the maintenance instructions in the owner’s
manual.
Never drop or insert objects into any opening. Keep hands
away from moving parts.
Do not set anything on the stationary handrails,
handlebars, control console, or covers. Place liquids,
magazines, and books in the appropriate receptacles.
Do not lean on or pull on the console at any time.
CAUTION: DO NOT remove the cover, or you may risk injury due
to electric shock. Read the assembly and maintenance guide
before operating. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
Contact Customer Support if the equipment needs servicing. For
use with single phase AC power only.

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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 handrail or handlebar while
assuming the starting position on the equipment.
Face the console at all times.
Hold on to a stationary handrail or handlebar with one
hand whenever you operate the console keys with the
other hand.
Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal
The batteries within self-powered equipment contain
materials that are considered hazardous to the environment.
Federal law requires proper disposal of these batteries.
If you plan to dispose of your equipment, contact Precor
Commercial Products Customer Support for information
regarding battery removal. Refer to Obtaining Service.
Product Recycling and Disposal
This equipment must be recycled or discarded according to
applicable local and national regulations.
Product labels, in accordance with European Directive
2002/96/EC concerning waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE), determine the framework for the return
and recycling of used equipment as applicable throughout the
European Union. The WEEE label indicates that the product is
not to be thrown away, but rather reclaimed upon end of life
per this Directive.
In accordance with the European WEEE Directive, electrical
and electronic equipment (EEE) is to be collected separately
and to be reused, recycled, or recovered at end of life. Users
of EEE with the WEEE label per Annex IV of the WEEE
Directive must not dispose of end of life EEE as unsorted
municipal waste, but use the collection framework available
to customers for the return, recycling, and recovery of WEEE.
Customer participation is important to minimize any potential
effects of EEE on the environment and human health due to
the potential presence of hazardous substances in EEE. For
proper collection and treatment, refer to Obtaining Service.

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
(-4°F and 185°F).
Radio Frequency Interference (RFI)
The RFID module conforms to the following national
standards defining acceptable limits for radio frequency
interference (RFI).
Federal Communications Commission, Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a commercial
installation. The equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the owner’s manual instructions, can cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING
Per FCC rules, changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the manufacturer could
void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

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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 accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.
ATTENTION: Haute Tension
Débranchez avant de réparer
European Applications
CE compliance is claimed to the following directives:
1999/5/EC R&TTE Directive
2006/95/EC LVD Directive
2002/95/EC RoHS Directive
Directive compliance has been verified to the following
standards:
EN 55022
EN 300 330-1 V1.5.1
EN 300 330-2 V1.3.1
EN 301 489-3 V1.4.1
EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1
EN 60950-1

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 following applicable safety standards.
Cardiovascular Type Equipment:
CAN/CSA, IEC, EN 60335-1 (Household and similar
electrical appliances - Safety)
EN 957 (Stationary training equipment, class S/B
compliant equipment)
PVS and P80 Regulatory Notice
This Precor equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the following applicable safety standards.
CAN/CSA, UL, IEC, EN 60065 (Audio, video and similar
electronic apparatus - Safety)
Radio Frequency Interference (RFI)
This Precor exercise equipment conforms to the following
national standards defining acceptable limits for radio
frequency interference (RFI).
Federal Communications Commission, Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a commercial
installation. The equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the owner’s manual instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
WARNING
Per FCC rules, changes or modifications not
expressly approved by Precor could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Industry Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.
ATTENTION: Haute Tension
Débranchez avant de réparer
European Applications
CE compliance is claimed to the following directives:
2004/108/EC EMC Directive
2006/95/EC LVD Directive
2002/95/EC RoHS Directive
Directive compliance has been verified to the following
standards:
EN 55022
EN 55024
EN 60335-1
EN 60065 (P80 and PVS)

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) screen a separate power connection is
required. For a 20 amp branch circuit up to 10 screens can be
connected. If the branch circuit has any other devices plugged
into the circuit, then the number of screens must be reduced
by the wattage of the other devices.
Note: The typical splitter power cords that have IEC-320 C13
and C14 plugs have a recommended maximum capacity of
five screens.
Figure 1: IEC-320 C13 and C14 plugs

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Obtaining Service
Do not attempt to service the equipment except for
maintenance tasks. If any items are missing, contact your
dealer. For more information regarding customer support
numbers or a list of Precor authorized service centers, visit
the Precor web site at http://www.precor.com.
Obtaining Updated Documentation
Current Precor product documentation is available at
http://www.precor.com/productmanuals. You may want to
check in for updated information from time to time.

Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions................................................... 3
Safety Precautions................................................................................ 4
Educating Users .................................................................................... 8
Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal.................................... 8
Product Recycling and Disposal ....................................................... 8
Regulatory Notices for the RFID Module ....................................... 9
Regulatory Notices for Cardiovascular Exercise Equipment.....11
Electrical Recommendations: All Equipment
Excluding Treadmills...................................................................13
Obtaining Service.................................................................................14
Obtaining Updated Documentation...............................................14
Assembling the EFX..................................................................17
Installation Requirements..................................................................19
Performing the Assembly..................................................................21
Leveling the EFX..................................................................................35
Breaking In the Equipment ...............................................................36
Installing the Console .............................................................. 37
Threading the Console Cable Assembly (P80)..........................38
Connecting Cables (P80)................................................................ 40
Completing the Console Installation (P80).................................46
Threading the Console Cable Assembly (P30 and P10)..........47
Connecting Cables (P30 and P10).................................................48
Completing the Console Installation (P30 and P10)..................51
Verifying That the Heart Rate Display Is Operational..............52

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Maintenance............................................................................ 53
Daily Cleaning ..................................................................................... 54
Daily Inspection...................................................................................55
Weekly Maintenance.........................................................................55
Monthly Maintenance ...................................................................... 56
Storing the Chest Strap......................................................................57
Moving the Equipment ......................................................................57
Long-Term Storage.............................................................................57
Self-Powered Features ............................................................ 59
Informational Displays Prior to Shutdown ..................................60
Symptoms of a Low Battery ............................................................60
Using the Optional Power Adapter ................................................ 61
The Optional Power Adapter Kit.................................................... 62
Replacing the Battery........................................................................ 63

Chapter 1
Assembling the EFX
WARNING
You will need the assistance of two other
people to assemble this unit. DO NOT
attempt assembly by yourself.
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 not match the names of certain parts in the parts
list, because such parts are named relative to the back of the
equipment.
To prepare the EFX for assembly:
Open the box and assemble the components in the
sequence presented in this guide.
Assemble and operate your equipment on a hard, level
surface in the area intended for use.
Use a hand truck or furniture dolly to move the EFX unit.
Important: Do not grasp the unit by any of its plastic parts to
move it. The plastic parts are non-structural covers and are
not capable of supporting the weight of the unit.
Provide ample space around the unit.

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Assemble the equipment according to the guidelines in
this manual to ensure that you do not void the Precor
Limited Warranty.
Important: Any damage caused during installation is not
covered by the Precor Limited Warranty.
Begin installation of all fasteners by hand, then partially
tighten them. Do not fully tighten fasteners until
instructed to do so.
Important: When wrench-tightening the screws, make sure
the head of the fastener is parallel to the product surface. If it
is not, stop tightening to avoid cross-threading. To avoid
further damage, stop assembly work and contact Customer
Support.