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Commercial Self-powered Cycle
Owner’s Manual
COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION IMPOR IMPOR IMPORT T TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPOR IMPORT TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the Precor self-powered C846 Recumbent or C846 Upright cycle, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: • to ensure your safety and to protect the unit, read all the instructions before assembling and using the self-powered C846. • to ensure the proper use and safety of the u
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION IMPOR IMPOR IMPORT T TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPOR IMPORT TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never place your hand(s) or feet in the path of the pedal 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. •
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ..........................................2 Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal .............................. 3 Safety Approval ..................................................................... 3 European Applications ........................................................... 3 Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) ........................................ 6 C846 Self-powered Features .............................
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Table of Contents Exercising on the C846 ..................................................29 Adjusting the Seat .................................................................. 29 Using the Heart Rate “Touch” Capability ................................. 30 Workout Tips .......................................................................... 30 Quick Steps to Working Out ................................................... 31 Cooling Down After a Workout .........
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION RFI — RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE Federal Communications Commission Part 15 The C846 has been tested and found to comply with, • the IEC EMC Directive (international electromagnetic compatibility certification) • 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 C846 generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency en
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION OBTAINING SERVICE Do not attempt to service the self-powered C846 yourself except for the maintenance tasks described in this manual. The C846 does not contain any user-serviceable parts. For information about product operation or service, contact an authorized Precor Commercial Products Customer Support Representative at 1-888-665-4404. To help customer support personnel expedite your call, have your serial number available. The serial number can be found on a label
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Unpacking the C846 Thank you for purchasing the Precor self-powered C846. Built to the exacting standards of the health club environment, the C846 is intended for commercial use and can withstand the rigors of daily club use with little maintenance. Important: Before using the C846, we urge you to familiarize yourself and your staff with the entire Owner’s Manual. Understanding this manual will help you and other personnel use the C846 safely and successfully. The C8
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Setting Up the C846 You do not need any special knowledge or experience to set up the cycle. However, because of its size and weight, you will need to obtain assistance. HARDWARE KIT After unpacking the cycle, open the hardware kit and make sure that you have the following items shown in Diagram 1. q (A) rubber bib q (B) two hex head cap screws q (C) two large washers q (D) four 1C\v - inch buttonhead screws (The four buttonhead screws are used in the assembly of the
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED Obtain the following tools before assembling the C846. q ¾-inch box end wrench or crescent wrench q Wire cutter ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Take the following steps to assemble the C846 Upright and C846 Recumbent Cycle. Note: The C846 Upright and C846 Recumbent have similar assembly instructions except for adjusting the seat. 1. Obtain assistance. Ask for assistance to help assemble the C846. Have the assistant(s) place the shipping carton close to
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION b. Position the base of the upright support onto the rim of the boot so that the lip of the rubber bib will rest on the cycle’s crossbar. c. Connect the cables as shown in Diagram 2, #2. Locate the cables found inside the base assembly. Ask an assistant to hold the upright support close to the base assembly, while you connect the cables. The connectors are designed to slide easily into the receptacles. Do not force the connection. Important: The Upright C846 has one
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 4 C846 Recumbent seat pad 1 2 installation. Buttonhead screw (D) Upper portion of Seat pad Seat frame (post) 3 C\zn - inch hex key (E) 8. Attach the seat pad. (C846 Recumbent only). If you purchased a C846 Recumbent Cycle, you will need to attach the upper portion of the seat pad by taking the following steps: a. Position the seat pad as shown in Diagram 4, #1 and slide it along the seat frame until it comes to rest. The upper portion of the pad rests on the
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 6 Adjusting the seat on the C846 Recumbent. Accessory tray Heart rate touch- sensitive grips Seat adjustment handle CAUTION: Always make sure that the seat is securely in place before a user sits on the cycle. On the C846 Recumbent, you need to sit on the seat, pull up on the seat adjustment handle and use your legs to move the seat along the center post. If you notice that the seat rocks from side to side, you’ll need to realign the center wheel that runs in
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION SUPPLYING POWER TO THE C846 The C846 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 pedaling speed above 20 revolutions per minute must be maintained for several seconds before the Precor banner appears on the display. Once the ban- ner appears, the user can press QUICKSTART or ENTER to begin working out. For more information, refer to page 29, Exercising on
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Club Information These next few pages provide information that lets you customize the C846 for your Club. It is not information that your customer needs to see. This section covers the following information about how to: • select the units of measure • set maximum workout and pause times • customize a course • display the odometer and other useful information • connect to CSAFE compatible devices Note: If your customers are interested in the learning more about the C
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C O URS E C H AN GE COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Display console and keypad. Diagram 9 Numeric keypad can be used to access Club Custom Mode. 4 1 7 2 6 5 3 Gently, press and hold the t or s key to view the available selections. Important: To access Custom Club Mode, press RESET while the Precor banner is displayed. Within Z\x second, begin pressing the numeric key sequences. If the system does not detect a key press (within Z\x second after RESET), it returns to the banner. Once you begin enteri
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION The functions of the display console keys while in Club Custom Mode are de- scribed in the box below. Display key functions within the Club Custom Mode ENTER saves the information being ts lets you scroll through the displayed and moves to the various selections that appear. next aspect of the program. The longer the key is held down, the faster the numbers scroll past. RESET exits Club Custom Mode and CHANGE reminds you what part of displays the Precor banner. the
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION LIMITING THE RESISTANCE RANGE After pressing ENTER to accept the Pause time limit, you have the option to change the resistance range. The resistance range does not affect the number of resistance settings (1 through 25) that are available to the user. It determines how much resistance is felt at each resistance setting, and how big the step in resis- tance is from one resistance setting to the next. The default resistant range is HIGH. It provides the full resistanc
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION CUSTOMIZING A COURSE After pressing ENTER to accept the Resistance Range, the display prompts you to customize the course profile that appears on the display. The blinking segment or column indicates the portion of the course that you can change. The resistance LED is lit and a number, indicating the resistance level, appears beneath the course profile. Note: If you wish to create a custom course for your club members, continue with the instructions below. If you pre
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C O URS E C H AN GE COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Numbers 1 through 10 can appear. Number 1 identifies the most recent error. Diagram 10 Error log display. 1 Error code ER21 Odometer The number of 123456 REVS 1714 HOURS reading hours that the (shown in cycle has been revolutions) at in use when the time the the error error occurred occurred. Press ENTER once again and the Error Log appears. Press the t or s key to view the error messages. Error logs are recorded historically. The C846 can sto
