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Commercial EFX Owner’s Manual
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EFX556
COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Before You Begin TM Thank you for purchasing the Precor EFX556 . Built to the exacting standards of the health club environment, the EFX556 is intended for commercial use and can withstand the rigors of daily club use with little maintenance. Before using the Precor EFX556, we urge you to familiarize yourself and your staff with the entire Owner’s Manual. Understanding this manual will help you and your customers use the EFX556 safely and successfully. ABOUT THIS MAN
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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 an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the EFX556. These instructions were written to ensure your safety and to protect the unit. • To ensure the proper use and safety of the EFX556, make sure that all users rea
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS The EFX556 must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, ground- ing provides a path of least resistance for electric current which reduces the risk of electrical shock. The EFX556 is equipped with a power cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be in- serted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If you do not fol
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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 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 EFX generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency ener
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION PERSONAL SAFETY When using the EFX, take the following precautions: • Do not allow children on or near the EFX. Do not leave children unsupervised around the EFX. • Completely assemble the EFX556 before using it. Check the unit before each use. Do not continue to operate the EFX556 when it is not working properly and return the unit to a service center for examination and repair. • Keep all electrical components, such as the power cable and I/O switch, away from liqu
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Table of Contents Before You Begin .............................................................. 2 About this Manual.................................................................. 2 Obtaining Service.................................................................. 2 Important Safety Instructions................................................ 3 Grounding Instructions.......................................................... 4 Safety Approval ....................
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Table of Contents Exercising on the EFX ...................................................26 Using the Handlebars ............................................................ 26 Using the Stationary Handrails ............................................. 26 Pause, Cool Down and Exit Features .................................... 26 Workout Tips ......................................................................... 28 Quick Steps to Working Out.....................
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Unpacking the EFX Your EFX556 is carefully inspected before shipment so it should arrive in good operating condition. Precor ships the unit in the following pieces: q base frame assembly q upper column support with display console q handlebars (left and right) q upper column support clamp covers (2 pieces with rubber grommet) q hardware kit, power cord, Owner’s Manual CAUTION: This unit weighs over 200 pounds (90 kilograms). To avoid back strain and ensure the safety
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION 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 1: (A) four socket hex screws—upper column assembly (B) four washers—upper column assembly (C) four buttonhead hex screws—covers for upright assembly (D) eight buttonhead hex screws—handlebars (E) 5/32" hex key—screws on bracket covers (F) 7/32" hex key—screws on the handlebars (Note: A hex torque wrench is als
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Setting Up the EFX You do not need any special knowledge or experience to set up the EFX. However, you will need assistance. Because of the size and weight of the EFX, it is recommended that at least three adult persons assemble it. 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 limited warranty. • Set up the EFX on a solid, flat s
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 2 Attach the handlebars to the base assembly. Handlebar Base frame Align curved edge on base assembly with handlebar’s 1 2 curved edge. 4. Attach a handlebar to one side. Diagram 2. Take the following steps: a. Remove the 8 handlebar screws (D) from the Hardware kit. b. Pick up a handlebar and place it onto the base. See Diagram 2, #1. c. Align the mounting holes and insert 4 screws (D). d. Securely tighten the screws with the hex key provided. See Diagram 2,
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 4 Secure the console assembly to the base frame. Upright support tube Screws (A) and washers (B) Upper and lower brackets Base support 7. Secure the console assembly to the base frame support. Diagram 4. Place a washer (B) on each of 4 screws (A). Align the mounting holes and insert the screws through the upper and lower bracket. Use the hex key provided to alternately tighten each screws until all four screws are secure. Important: Once the upper console ass
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 6 Level the unit. Rear casing Rear crossbar Adjustable rear foot Note: You have completed the assembly of the EFX556. To level the unit and connect it to a power source, continue with the steps below. 9. If you need to move the EFX, ask for assistance. The EFX weighs over 200 pounds (90 kilograms). A hand cart may be useful to help move the unit. CAUTION: A fully-assembled EFX556 is very heavy. To avoid possible injury, Precor recommends that more than one pe
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 7 Connect the power cord. ON/OFF (I/O) switch Power plug Power cordreceptacle Rear casing 11. Connect the power cord. Diagram 7. Insert the power plug’s connector into the receptacle at the rear of the base assembly. CAUTION: Since the EFX556 has two different models (120v and 240v units), check the label near the unit’s power receptacle to determine the voltage requirements. Use an appropriate power cord. Do not remove or otherwise bypass the 3-prong plug wi
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RES ET COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Club Information These next few pages provide information that allows you to customize the EFX for your Club. It is not information that your customer needs or, necessarily, should see. This section covers the following information about how to: • determine which language appears on the display • set maximum workout and pause times • display the odometer and other useful information • connect to CSAFE compatible devices Note: If your customers are interested i
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION To access the Club settings, the following must occur: q Check to be sure that the EFX is turned ON. q Check that the Precor (or club) banner appears on the display. q Press the appropriate key sequences. Important: To access Custom mode, press Reset while the Precor banner is displayed. Within 1/2 second, begin pressing the key sequences. If the system does not detect a key press (within 1/2 second) after Reset, it returns to the banner. Once you begin entering a ke
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION SETTING A WORKOUT TIME LIMIT You can limit how long a user works out by setting a duration between 1 and 240 minutes. The EFX also lets you choose “no limit” which allows the user to select a course and work out indefinitely. (Note that the user must enter a workout time of 0 using the numeric keys at the Enter Time prompt before he or she can workout “indefinitely.”) If the club setting is “no limit” and the user enter “0” at the Enter Time prompt, then the Time Re
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Press Enter once again and the Error Log appears. Press the t or s key to view the error messages. To return to the Precor banner, press Enter or Reset. Note: To clear (delete) the error log, press Quick Start for at least 4 seconds while viewing the list. Prompts appear on the display and let you know when the error messages have been deleted (“cleared” from memory). Important: You cannot retrieve the error log once you have deleted it. USING CSAFE STANDARD EQUIPMEN
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RES ET COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION The EFX556 Display The EFX is designed so users can work out with minimal instruction or training. The directions on the console and the prompts on the display will guide a user through the entire workout session. Before the EFX is used, however, we recom- mend that you familiarize yourself with it so you can instruct your customers to use it safely and effectively. This section covers the following information: • an overview of the features provided on the di
