Precor EFX546 User manual

Commercial EFX®Owner’s Manual
COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION
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When using the EFX®, basic precautions should always be followed, includ-
ing the following:
• To ensure your safety and to protect the unit, read all the instructions
before assembling and using the self-powered EFX®546.
• To ensure the properuseandsafety of theEFX,make surethat all users
read this manual.Please make this manual a part of your club’s train-
ing program. Remind the club users that before beginning any fitness
program, he or she should obtain a complete physical examination
from his or her physician.
Il est conseillé de subir un examen médical complet avant d’entre-prendre
tout programme d’exercise. Si vous avez des étourdissements ou des
faiblesses, arrêtez les exercices immédiatement.
DANGER —
WARNING —
• Do not allow children or those unfamiliar with its operation on or near
the EFX. Do not leave children unsupervised around the EFX.
• Never leave the EFX unattended with the optional battery recharger
plugged in. Unplug the unit from the outlet when it is not in use, before
cleaning it, and before putting on or taking off parts.
• Assemble and operate the EFX on a solid level surface. LocatetheEFX
a few feet from walls or furniture. Check the unit before each use and
verifythatallfastenersaresecure.MaintaintheEFXingoodworkingcondi-
tion.(Seethe Maintenance section).
• Use the EFX only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do
notuse accessoryattachments that arenot recommendedby themanu-
facturer—such attachments might cause injuries.
• Use care when getting on or off the EFX. Use the stationary handrail
whenever possible. Keep your body and head facing forward. Never
attempt to turn around on the EFX.
• Wear proper exercise clothing and shoes during a workout—no loose
clothing.Tie long hair back.
• Do not rock the unit. Do not stand on the display console or casing.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening. Keep towels and
hands away from moving parts.
• If you purchased the optional POLAR®chest strap, review the guide-
lines found in the Precor Heart Rate Option Owner’s Manual that is
supplied with that option.
• Do not overexert yourself or work to exhaustion. If you feel any pain or
abnormal symptoms, stop your workout immediately and consult your
physician.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always unplug the
optionalbatteryrechargerfromitspower sourcebeforeclean-
ing or performing any maintenance tasks.
To reduce the risk of burns,fire,electric shock,or injury to
persons, take the following precautions:
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•Keepallelectricalcomponentsawayfromliquids topreventshock.Donot
set anything on the casing, handrails, or display console. Place liquids
onlyinthe appropriatereceptacles.
• 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.
• Never operate the unit if it is damaged,if it is not working properly,if it
has been dropped, or dropped in water. Return the unit to a service
center for examination and repair.
• Keep the optional battery recharger cord away from heated surfaces.
• Donot operate where aerosol(spray) products are beingused or where
oxygen is being administered.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not attempt to service the EFX yourself other than the assembly and
maintenanceinstructionsfoundinthismanual.Referto ObtainingService .
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND PROPER DISPOSAL
The EFX546 has an internal battery which must be removed before the EFX is
scrapped.Thebatterycontainsmaterials which are considered hazardous to the
environment.Proper disposal of the battery is required by federal law.
To remove the battery from the EFX, take the following steps:
CAUTION: Unplug the battery recharger and disconnect it from
its receptacle at the rear of the EFX.
Tools required: Phillips head screwdriver and hex wrench set.
1. Remove both the right and left rear covers from the EFX.
2. Remove the top rear cover.
3. Unplug the black and red battery wires from the circuit board.
4. Separate the circuit board from the battery by removing four screws.
5. The battery is held in place with a metal bracket. Lift the battery away from
the bracket.
6. DisposeofthebatteryaccordingtothefederalHazardousWasteRegulations.
SAFETY APPROVAL
When identified with the ETL-c logo, the EFX has been tested and conforms to
the requirements of CAN/CSA-E-335-1/3-94, Safety of Household and Similar
Electrical Appliances.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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RFI — RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE
Federal Communications Commission Part 15
The EFX has been tested and found to comply with,
• theIECEMCDirective(internationalelectromagneticcompatibilitycertification)
• 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 EFX generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
withthe owner’s manualinstructions,maycauseharmful interferencetoradio
communications. Operation of the EFX in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference. If this occurs, the user will be required to correct the
interferenceathis or her ownexpense.
CAUTION —
Canadian Department of Communications
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian
DepartmentofCommunications.
Leprésentappareilnumériquen’émetpasdebruitsradioéélectriquesdépassantles
limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la Class A prescrites dans le
RèglementsurlebrouillageradioélectriqueédictéparleministéredesCommunica-
tionsduCanada.
EUROPEAN APPLICATIONS
This product conforms to the requirements of the European Council Directive 89/336/
EEC,ElectromagneticCompatibilityand hasbeentestedtothe followingstandards:
EN55022, Limits & Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference, Information
TechnologyEquipment(ClassA).
EN50082-1, Generic Immunity Standard for Residential, Commercial and Light
Industrial Products (Class A).
ThisproductadditionallyconformstotherequirementsoftheEuropeanCouncilDirective
73/23/EEC,LowVoltageDirectiveandhasbeentestedto thefollowingstandard:
IEC 335-1, Safety of Household and similar Electrical Appliances.
European Applications
ThisproducthasbeentestedtotherequirementsofEN55022,“Limits&Methods of
Measurement of Radio Interference, Information Technology Equipment.” Per that
standard,the EFX546 isaClassA product. Inadomesticenvironment, thisproduct
maycauseradiointerference,inwhichcasetheuserisresponsibletotakeadequate
measurestoalleviatetheinterference.
Per FCC rules, changes or modifications to the EFX
not expressly approved by Precor, could void the
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EFX®SELF-POWERED FEATURES
ThepowersourcefortheEFXistheuser.WhenapersonworksoutontheEFXand
moves the foot pedals at a stride rate above 40 strides per minute, the power that
is generated allows the EFX to function properly.
Informationaldisplaysappearwhenthebatteryisloworwhentheuserhasstopped
pedaling during a workout.The display provides minimal instructions to let you
know what to do to retain power.If the messages are ignored, the EFX will begin
shutdown procedures to maintain the charge of the battery. Refer to page 24,
InformationalDisplays Prior to Shutdown .
An optional battery recharger can be purchased and provides sustained power to
theEFX.If you plan tocustomizeyourunit,the optional battery rechargerishighly
recommended.Topurchasethe optionalbatteryrecharger,checkwith yourdealer.
OBTAINING SERVICE
Do not attempt to service the self-powered EFX®546 yourself except for the mainte-
nancetasksdescribedinthismanual.TheEFX doesnotcontainanyuser-serviceable
parts.Forinformationaboutproductoperationorservice,contactanauthorizedPrecor
CommercialProductsCustomerServiceRepresentativeat1-888-665-4404.
Diagram 1 EFX serial number location.
Serial number label location
To help customer service personnel expedite your call, have your serial number
available.The serialnumber can befoundona label near thepowerreceptacleon
therearcover.RefertoDiagram1.IfyouhaveanyquestionsregardingtheEFX546,
usethemodelandserialnumberswhenever youcallyourPrecordealerorservicer.
Modelnumber: EFX®546
Unitnumber: _____ Serialnumber: _____________________________
Unitnumber: _____ Serialnumber: _____________________________
Unitnumber: _____ Serialnumber: _____________________________

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Inside this manual, you will find instructions for installing and using the self-
powered EFX.To maximize the use of the EFX, please study this manual thor-
oughly.The manual uses the following conventions for identifying special infor-
mation:
“Note:”Containsadditionalinformation that applies to the preceding text.
“Important:”Indicatesinformation to which you should payspecial attention.
“CAUTION:” Indicates steps or information necessary to prevent harm to
yourself or damage to the equipment.
“WARNING:”Providesinstructions to preventelectrical damageto theequip-
ment and prevent injuries to yourself.
“DANGER:”Indicates steps you must take to prevent electrical shock.

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Important Safety Information...........................................2
HazardousMaterialsandProperDisposal .............................. 3
SafetyApproval ..................................................................... 3
RFI—RadioFrequency Interference ..................................... 4
EuropeanApplications ........................................................... 4
EFX®Self-powered Features.................................................. 5
ObtainingService................................................................... 5
About this Manual .................................................................. 6
Unpacking the EFX®..................................................................................................9
StandardEquipment............................................................... 9
OtherEquipment .................................................................... 9
HardwareKit .......................................................................... 10
Acquiring the AppropriateTools .............................................. 10
Setting Up the EFX .........................................................11
Installation Requirements ....................................................... 11
Assembly Instructions ........................................................... 11
SupplyingPowerTo the EFX546............................................. 17
Testing the Heart Rate Display ............................................... 18
Club Information.............................................................19
ChangingtheClubSettings .................................................... 19
SelectingtheLanguage .......................................................... 20
DeterminingtheUnitsof Measure .......................................... 20
Setting aWorkoutTime Limit.................................................. 21
Setting a PauseTime Limit .................................................... 21
Viewingthe Odometer, Hours of Use,
SoftwareVersion, and Error Log ............................................. 21
Using CSAFEStandard Equipment ........................................ 22
The EFX®546 Display .....................................................23
FeaturesontheDisplay Console............................................ 23
Smart Rate®Display .............................................................. 24
UpperDisplay......................................................................... 24
InformationalDisplaysPriorto Shutdown ............................... 24
LowerDisplay......................................................................... 25
Keys on the Display Console.................................................. 27
KeypadTips ........................................................................... 27
Table of Contents

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Table of Contents
Exercising on the EFX ...................................................30
UsingtheHeart Rate“Touch”Capability ................................. 30
WorkoutTips .......................................................................... 30
Quick Steps to Working Out................................................... 31
Cooling DownAfteraWorkout ................................................ 32
Pause, Cool Down and Exit Features ..................................... 32
Courses...........................................................................34
TheHeartRateFeature.......................................................... 34
Utilizing the Smart Rate® Feature ........................................... 34
Manual Mode and the Quick Start Key................................... 35
CrossTraining andGluteal Courses ........................................ 36
IntervalCourse....................................................................... 36
Weight LossCourse ............................................................... 37
Maintenance ...................................................................38
CleaningtheEquipment ......................................................... 38
Storing the POLAR®Chest Strap ........................................... 38
Servicing theEFX and LongTermStorage ............................. 38
Symptoms of a Low Battery ................................................... 39
UsingtheBatteryRecharger .................................................. 39
ReplacingtheBattery............................................................. 39
Battery Recharger PowerCord ............................................... 39
ExplodedViews...................................................................... 40
WarrantyCard ........................................................................ 47
Specifications ............................................................back cover

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Thankyouforpurchasing the self-powered Precor EFX®546.Builttotheexacting
standards of the health club environment, the EFX is intended for commercial
use and can withstand the rigors of daily club use with little maintenance.
Important: Before using the EFX, we urge you to familiarize yourself and your
staffwiththeentire Owner’sManual.Understanding this manualwillhelpyouand
your customers use the EFX safely and successfully.
Your EFXiscarefullyinspectedbeforeshipmentsoitshould arriveingood operat-
ing condition. Precor ships the unit in the following pieces:
❑base frame assembly
❑upper column support with display console
❑handrails(leftandright)
❑uppercolumn supportbracketcovers(2pieces) and rubbergrommet
❑hardwarekit andOwner’sManual
CAUTION:This unit weighs over 230 pounds (105 kilograms).To prevent in-
jury to yourself or damage to the equipment, obtain appropriate assistance
before removing the unit from the pallet.
Ifanyitemsaremissing,contactyour PrecorCommercialProducts ServiceRepre-
sentativeat1-888-665-4404.
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
TheEFX546 incorporatesthePrecor Smart Rate®andHeart Ratefeaturesintoits
displayconsole.Devices, such as FitLinxx®,thatareCSAFEcompatible, can also
beattached.
The Precor “touch” heart rate is standard and provides electrode strips, called
“grips,”onthe centerhandrails.When a userplaceshisor her handsover the grips
and grasps the handrails, a heart rate is transmitted to the receiver.
Note: If a user does not wish to use the touch-sensitive hand grips, an optional
POLAR® chest strap can be purchased and worn.The chest strap transmits the
user’s heart rate to the display console’s receiver.
OTHER EQUIPMENT
Optionalequipmentavailablethroughyourdealerincludes:
• Batteryrecharger
• POLAR®chest strap.
If you are interested in obtaining Precor option kits for your unit, check with your
dealer.For customer service, see Obtaining Service on page 5.
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HARDWARE KIT
Carefully unpack the parts from the shipping container. Open the Hardware kit
and make sure that you have the following items as shown in Diagram 2:
(A) four socket head hex screws—upright support bracket
(B)fourwashers—upright supportbracketscrews
(C)fourbuttonheadscrews—bracketcovers
(D) 5/32-inch hex key—screws on the upright support covers
(E)3/16-inchhexkey—upper handrail clamp (Note: A hex torquewrench is
alsorequired,although it isn’t supplied.)
(F)1/4-inchhex key— upper column assembly (Note:Ahextorquewrench
is also required, although it isn’t supplied.)
(G) Splitrubbergrommet and two bracket covers(not showninDiagram 2)
Diagram 2 EFX546
Hardwarekit
D
E
If any items are missing, contact your dealer.If you need customer service, refer
to ObtainingService onpage 5.
Note: After assembling the EFX, be sure to store the hex keys in a secure place.
The tools are used formaintenance procedures that aredescribed in this manual.
ACQUIRING THE APPROPRIATE TOOLS
Obtain the following tools before assembling the EFX.
Wirecutter
Hextorquewrench
A
B
C
F

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You donotneedanyspecialknowledgeorexperience tosetupthe EFX.However,
because of the size and weight of the EFX, you will need to obtain appropriate
assistanceduringassembly.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Follow these installation requirements when installing the EFX. If you do not
install the EFX according to the following guidelines, you could void the Precor
LimitedWarranty.
•SetuptheEFXonasolid,flatsurface. UnpackandassembletheEFXcloseto
where you’ll use it. Make sure that the flat surface under the unit is smooth and
level.A level unit is required for the user’s safety and for proper operation.
•Provide ample space around the unit.Openspacearoundtheunitmakes
for a safer mount and dismount.
•Fillout and mail thelimitedwarranty card.The serialnumber is locatedon
a label at the rear of the unit near the optional battery recharger receptacle.
Write the serial number onto the Precor Limited Warranty card found on the
backcover ofthismanual.Refer to ObtainingService onpage5andwrite the
numberthere aswell.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
To assist you in the assembly, the items in the Hardware kit, shown in Diagram 2,
correspond to a particular letter in the alphabet.These letters appear throughout the
assemblyinstructions.RefertoDiagram 2 on page 10.
1. Unpackthe EFX546. Removethepacking materialsandloose contents(up-
rightsupportwithdisplayconsole,upright supportbracketcovers,splitrubber
grommet,hardware kit,andhandrails)frominsidethecardboardpockets and
fromaround the baseframeassembly.
2. Pull the large cardboard piece away from the base frame assembly.Ask
for assistance to move the EFX off the shipping pallet.You may need to cut
the tie wraps that hold the base frame and roller arms to the pallet.
3. Move the unit to the location where you plan to use it. Once you attach
the handrails, the EFX is difficult to move through a standard door frame.
Make sure that you assemble the unit where it will not have to be moved
throughany doorways.
CAUTION: Do not assemble the EFX if it is plugged into its optional
batteryrecharger.
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4. Attach the upper assembly. Diagram 3.Haveanassistant hold the upright
support over the base frame bracket, while you take the following steps:
a. Removeanytape(orwireties)thatfastenthecablesto thebaseassembly.
Ensure that the cables are out of the way while your assistant aligns the
upright support to the base frame bracket mounts.
b. Place a washer (B) on each of foursockethead screws (A) and insert the
screwsthroughthemountingholes.See Diagram 3, #2. Finger tighten.
Diagram 3
Attach the upper
assembly to the
base assembly.
Cables
Base assembly
12
Upright support
Diagram 4
Connect cables.
RJ45 cable
Baseframe
12
Upright support
Base frame
bracket mounts
Screws (A) with
washers (B)
5. Connect the cables.Diagram 4.Two different types of cables protrude from
theuprightsupport.The RJ45cableconnectsthe upperdisplayelectronicsto
thelowerelectronicsandliftmechanism.Theother four-prongcableconnects
to the heart rate grips on the handrails and routes through the cross brace
tube.To connect the cables, perform the following:
CAUTION:Donotpullorstretchthecableswhileconnectingthem.Stretched
ordamagedcables arenot coveredbythePrecor LimitedWarranty.
a. Insert the RJ45 cable into its receptacle that is attached to the side of the
uprightsupport.Diagram4, #1.Justlikeatelephoneconnection, adefinite
“click”isheardwhenagoodconnectionismade.Ifyoudo notheara“click,”
tryreinsertingthecableagain.
Heart rate cable
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b. Connect the heart rate cable into its four-prong receptacle.Double-check
that the cable is fastened securely.If a proper connection is not made, the
heartratedisplaymaybe erraticor,itmay not appearatall.Diagram4,#2.
c. Gently, push excess RJ45 cable into the upright support. Place excess
heart rate cableinside thebase frame’s cross brace tube.Diagram4, #3.
Diagram 5
Install the handrails.
Handrail
Black foam grip
6. Loosen, but do not remove, the 2 screws in the upper handrail clamp
using the supplied hex key (E). See inset in Diagram 5, #1.
7. Remove the handrail fasteners that are loosely attached to the cross
brace tube. These fasteners are used in step 8c.through 8e.(found on the
nextpage)andinclude:foursocketheadcapscrews,four split washers and
twoinnerandouterhandrailclamp covers.
8. Attach the handrails one at a time. Diagram 5, #2. Perform the following
steps on one side at a time .
a. Aligntheupperandlowerportionsofthehandrail.SeeDiagram5,#2and#3.
Slide the handrail into the upper handrail clamp until the black foam grip
touches the side of the upper clamp.
Note: It is helpful,asyou slide the handrails intothe upperclamp,to apply
gentle pressure while you rotate the handrails back and forth. Make sure
thatyoudon’tinadvertentlyhitanyoneorthe unitasthe outerportionofthe
handrailmovesupanddown.
b. Connect the heart rate cable as shown in Diagram 5, #4. Make sure that
youalign the two-prong connectorwithitsreceptacle. Itshouldslideeasily
into place.Do not force the connection. If you have difficulty, recheck the
positionof the prongsand alignit with thereceptacle openings.
Important:Checkthat the cableis fastenedsecurely.Ifaproperconnection
isnotmade,theheart ratedisplaymaybeerraticor,itmaynotappear at all.
Loosen the two clamp
screws.
2
1
3
Heart rate cable
connection
4
Handrail
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Diagram 6
Attach the lower handrail clamps.
Inner handrail clamp
Cross brace tube
c. Attach the lower end of the handrail by sliding the inner handrail clamp
along the backside of the handrail. See Diagram 6, #1. Fit the clamp into
the cross brace tube.
d. Place the outer handrail clamp over the bottom end of the handrail. See
Diagram 6, #2.The edge of the clamp fits inside the cross brace tube.
e. Place the split lock washers on the two socket head cap screws and
insert the screws as shown in Diagram 6, #2.
Diagram 7
Secure the lower
handrail clamps.
Gap between
edges of clamp
Socket head cap screw with split
lock washer
f. Alternately tighten thetwoscrewswiththe supplied hexkey(F)sothatthe
gapbetweenthetwoedgesof theclampremainseven.SeeDiagram7. Do
not securely tighten the clamp until the EFX has been fully
assembled.
g. Perform steps a.through f.on the opposite handrail.
9. Securethe upperhandrails. Diagram7. Withbothhandrailsinplace,tighten
the two screws in the upper handrail clamp using the hex key (E) provided.
Then, use a hex torque wrench set to 80 in-lbs (7 ft.-lbs) to fully tighten
the two screws. RefertoDiagram8.
Outer handrail clamp
Socket head cap screws and
split lock washer
Heart rate cable 2
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10. Securetheupright assemblyto thebaseframe. Diagram8,#2.Setthe hex
torque wrench to 200 in-lbs (17 ft-lbs) and alternately tighten the four
screws(A).Donotovertighten,as youcanstrip thethreadson thesescrews.
11. Secure the lower handrail clamps. Diagram 8, #3. Use the hex torque
wrench to tighten the two socket head cap screws located on each
lower handrail clamp to 200 in-lbs (17 ft-lbs).Do not overtighten.
12. Returntotheupperhandrailclamp.Diagram8,#1. Useahextorquewrench
setto80in-lbs(7ft.-lbs)todouble-checkthat thetwoscrewsaresecure.
13. Install the bracket covers. Diagram 9. Obtain four buttonhead screws (C)
fromtheHardwarekit.Then, with the twobracketcoversand the split rubber
grommet that you removed from the box, take the following steps:
a. Loosely thread twobuttonhead screws(C) intothecrossbrace tube.
b. Alignthescrewswiththeplasticmountingbrackets foundontherear bracket
cover and slide it into place. Make sure that the cover rests squarely on the
cross brace tube.Tighten the screws with the supplied hex key (D).
c. Placethesplitrubbergrommetaroundtheuprightsupport.Slidethegrommet
againsttherearbracketcovertohelpsecureitinplace.See Diagram 9, #2.
Diagram 8
Torque the fasteners.
Upperclamp
Displayconsole
Lower handrail clamp
Torque wrench is set
to 200 in-lbs.
Secure the upright
assembly to the base.
Diagram 9
Installing the
bracket covers.
Split rubber
grommet
Upright support
12
Rear bracket cover
Buttonhead
screws (C)
Torquewrench is set
to200in-lbs
Torque wrench is
set to 80 in-lbs.
3
2
1
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d. Use the remaining two buttonhead screws (C) to install the front bracket
cover.Manipulatethe cablessothatthefrontbracketcoverrestssquarely
against the rear cover. Align the mounting holes and tighten the screws.
RefertoDiagram 10.
CAUTION:Donotovertighten thescrewsor youmayinadvertentlycrack
the plasticcovers. Damagedbracket coversdue toimproper installation
willnot be coveredbythe Precor LimitedWarranty.
Diagram 10
Attach the front bracket cover.
Screw (C)
Split rubber grommet
Diagram 11
Front assembly of the EFX.
You havecompletedtheassemblyof the EFX®546.Diagram 11.Tolevelthe unit,
continue with the steps below.
CAUTION: A fully-assembled EFX is very heavy.To avoid possible injury,
obtainassistance.
14. If you need to move the EFX, a hand cart may be useful.
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Diagram 12
Level the unit.
Rear crossbar
Rear casing
Adjustable rear foot
15. Level the unit. Diagram 12.The unit has adjustable rear feet that can help
leveltheunit plusorminus1/4-inch.Torotatetheadjustablerearfeet,have an
assistant stand in front of the display console and face the rear feet. Ask the
assistant to grasp the upper handrails on either side of the display console
and pull toward him or her.The rear feet should lift off the floor which will let
yourotate the rubber feet in thenecessarydirection.
SUPPLYING POWER TO THE EFX546
The EFX does not require an electrical power connection. It has an internal battery
that is recharged every time a user works out for a reasonable period of time. A
pedalingspeedabove40stridesperminutemustbemaintainedforseveralseconds
beforethePrecorbannerappearsonthedisplay.Oncethebannerappears,theuser
can press Quick Start orEnter to beginworking out. For moreinformation, refer to
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Diagram 13
Test the heart rate feature.
Touch-sensitive grip
Handrail
TESTING THE HEART RATE DISPLAY
Verify that the heart ratedisplay is operational beforecustomers beginusingthe
machine.
1. Begin pedaling and maintain a stride rate above 40 strides per minute.The
Precorbannerwillappearon the display.
2. Grab both metalgripsonthehandrails,notjust the one handrail as shown in
Diagram13.
3. Wait five to ten seconds. A number indicating your heart rate (beats per
minute) should appear in the small upper right display.
4. Iftheheart rate displayappears,the cablesare properlyconnectedand the
heart rate feature can be a viable part of a user’s workout.
5. Iftheheart ratedisplaydoesnot appear, press Reset to return to the Precor
banner and then, ask someone else to try steps 2 and 3. If no heart rate
numberappears,you may need to disassemble thehandrails orthe upright
support to check that the heart rate cables are fully engaged.
Note: To conduct electrical impulses from a user’s heart, the electrode strips
(handrailgrips)mustbe in contact with the user’sskin.Usually, the concentration
of salts in a person’s perspiration provides enough conductivity to transmit a
signal to the receiver in the display console. However some people, because of
body chemistry or erratic heart beats cannot use the heart rate touch-sensitive
feature on the EFX. A POLAR®chest strap may provide better results. Refer to
ObtainingService onpage 5.

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QUICK START
12345
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Diagram 14 Display console keys used for Club Custom Mode.
Note: The CHANGE keys are not shown in this diagram. Refer to Diagram 15.
Lightly touch the ▼ or ▲ key to
view the available selections. Accepts displayed
dataand moves to
next aspect of the
program.
InitiatesClub mode.Tocontinue,
press the next key within 1/2 second.
Exits program
and returns to
banner.
These next few pages provide information that lets you customize the EFX for
your Club.It is not information that your customer needs to see.This section cov-
ersthe followinginformationabouthowto:
• determinewhichlanguageappearsonthedisplay
• set maximum workout and pause times
• displaytheodometerand other useful information
• connect to CSAFE compatible devices
Note:Ifyourcustomersareinterestedinthelearningmoreabout theEFX,youmay
wishtodirectthemtothemanualavailableonPrecor’swebsite(www.precor.com).
(Themanualthatappearsonthe websitedoesnotcontain theinformationfoundin
this section.)
Club Information
CHANGING THE CLUB SETTINGS
The Club “custom” settings are accessed through specific codes that help elimi-
nateunauthorized access.Referto Diagram14 tolocatethe keys.Informationthat
you can access and features that can be customized are as follows:
•Language —Choose todisplayEnglish, German, Spanish, French,Dutch,
orPortuguese.
•Units of Measure — Select between U.S.Standard and Metric displays.
•MaximumWorkoutTime — Sets a maximum limit on workout time.
Note:Remembertheadditionalfiveminute cool-down period appended to a
completed course, so adjust the maximum time limit accordingly.
•Maximum PauseTime — Sets the maximum duration for which a person
can“pause”hisorher workout.
•Odometer,HoursofUse,SoftwareVersion,andErrorLog —TheEFXstores
the cumulative strides, the number of hours that the unit has been in use, the
software version and software type (which is valuable when calling customer
service),andanerrorlog(usefulwhentroubleshooting).

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To access the Club settings, the following must occur:
❑Electrical power must be supplied.
The foot pedal speed must be maintained at 40 strides per minute. Or, the
optionalbattery recharger must be pluggedintothe EFX and connected to an
appropriatepowersource.
❑Check that the Precor banner appears on the display and maintain the
minimum stride rate.
❑Pressthe appropriate key sequences.
Important:To access Custom Club Mode, press Reset while the Precor banner is
displayed.Within 1/2 second, begin pressingthekeysequences.Ifthesystemdoes
notdetect a keypress(within1/2 secondafterReset),it returnstothe banner.Once
youbeginenteringakeysequence,eachkeymustbepressedwithinfour secondsof
theotherorthePrecorbannerreappearsandyouhavetobeginagain.
To change the language,select the units of measure, and set the maximum work-
out and pause times, press the following:
Reset, Resistance ▼, ▲, ▼,Reset, Resistance ▼, ▲, ▼
Note:The ▼ and ▲symbols shownaboverepresent the Resistance keys.Do not
use the Cross Ramp ▼▲ keys to attempt access to the Club Custom Mode.
ThefunctionsofthedisplayconsolekeyswhileinClubCustomModearedescribed
in the box below.
Display key functions within the Club Custom Mode
Reset exits Club Custom Mode and
displays the Precor banner.
Note:The touch-sensitive keys can be gently pressed and held to view several
selections.The longer the key is held down, the faster the numbers scroll past.
SELECTING THE LANGUAGE
Display prompts can appear in English, German, Spanish, French, Dutch, or
Portuguese.Use the ▼▲ keys to make your choice and press Enter to select it.
DETERMINING THE UNITS OF MEASURE
Two different units of measure can be selected, Metric or U.S.Standard .Make your
selection using the ▼▲ keys. Press Enter once the correct unit is displayed.
Note:Anytimeyouwish toexitthe Club CustomMode, press theReset key.Any
previous display attributes that you selected by pressing Enter are saved and
recordedin memory.
▼▲ lets you scroll through the
variousselections that appear.
Enter savesthe information being
displayedand movesto the
nextaspect ofthe program.