Precor EFX 833, EFX 883 User Manual

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Assembling and Maintaining

Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers™

EFX® 883 • EFX® 833

Edition Information

ASSEMBLING AND MAINTAINING ELLIPTICAL FITNESS CROSSTRAINERS: EFX 883 / 833

P/N 300712-301 rev F

Trademark Note

Precor, AMT, and EFX are registered trademarks and Preva is a trademark of Precor Incorporated. Other names in this document may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Intellectual Property Notice

All rights, title, and interests in and to the software of the Preva Business Suite, the accompanying printed materials, any copies of such software, and all data collected via the Preva Business Suite, are exclusively owned by Precor or its suppliers, as the case may be.

Precor is widely recognized for its innovative, award-winning designs of exercise equipment. Precor aggressively seeks U.S. and foreign patents for both the mechanical construction and the visual aspects of its product design. Any party contemplating the use of Precor product designs is hereby forewarned that Precor considers the unauthorized appropriation of its proprietary rights to be a very serious matter. Precor will vigorously pursue all unauthorized appropriation of its proprietary rights.

Precor Incorporated

20031 142nd Ave NE, P.O. Box 7202 Woodinville, WA 98072-4002 1-800-347-4404

http://www.precor.com

Important Safety Instructions

Read the following precautions thoroughly before you begin assembly, and save them afterward for future reference.

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.

Il est conseillé de subir un examen médical complet avant d’entreprendre tout programme d’exercise. 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.

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Use the power adapter provided with the equipment. Plug the power adapter into an appropriate, grounded power outlet as marked on the equipment.

Care should be taken when mounting or dismounting the equipment.

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.

Proper Location for Equipment

For all equipment other than treadmills: Locate at least 40 inches (1 meter) away from walls or furniture on either side of the equipment, and 40 inches (1 meter) away from objects behind the equipment.

For treadmills: Locate at least 40 inches (1 meter) away from walls or furniture on either side of the treadmill, and at least 80 inches (2 meters) away from objects behind the treadmill.

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.

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.

Maintain the equipment to keep it in good working condition, as described in the Maintenance section of the assembly and maintenance guide. Inspect the equipment for incorrect, worn, or loose components, and then correct, replace or tighten prior to use.

Important Safety Instructions

If you plan to move the equipment, obtain help and use proper lifting techniques. Refer to the "Moving the Equipment" section of the assembly and maintenance guide.

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 this 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 supply only.

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.

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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.

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 -20ºC 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).

Important Safety Instructions

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.

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

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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

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)

Important Safety Instructions

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.

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)

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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 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

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 documentation for Experience Series consoles and Preva Networked Fitness software is available at http://www.precor.com/productmanuals. You may want to check in for updated information from time to time as the universe of Preva features expands.

Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ...................................................	3
Safety Precautions.................................................................................	3
Educating Users ....................................................................................	5
Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal....................................	6
Product Recycling and Disposal .......................................................	6
Regulatory Notices for the RFID Module .......................................	6
Regulatory Notices for Cardiovascular
Exercise Equipment ......................................................................	8
Electrical Recommendations: All Equipment
Excluding Treadmills..................................................................	10
Obtaining Service................................................................................	10
Obtaining Updated Documentation..............................................	10
Assembling the EFX..................................................................	13
Installation Requirements..................................................................	14
Performing the Assembly..................................................................	16
Leveling the EFX..................................................................................	27
Breaking in the Equipment ...............................................................	28
Installing the Console ..............................................................	29
Threading the Cable Assembly (P80)..........................................	29
Connecting Cables (P80)..................................................................	31
Completing the Console Installation (P80) ................................	35
Threading the Cable Assembly (P30) ..........................................	36
Connecting Cables (P30).................................................................	37
Completing the Console Installation (P30).................................	38
Verifying That the Heart Rate Display Is Operational..............	38
Maintenance ............................................................................	39
Daily Cleaning......................................................................................	39
Daily Inspection..................................................................................	40
Weekly Maintenance..........................................................................	41
Monthly Maintenance........................................................................	41
Storing the Chest Strap .....................................................................	42
Moving the Equipment......................................................................	42
Long-Term Storage ............................................................................	42

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Self-Powered Features ............................................................	43
Informational Displays Prior to Shutdown ..................................	44
Symptoms of a Low Battery ............................................................	44
Using the Optional Power Adapter ...............................................	45
The Optional Power Adapter Kit....................................................	45
Replacing the Battery ........................................................................	46
Commercial Cardiovascular Equipment Limited Warranty ....	47

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.

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.

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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.

Installation Requirements

Prior to assembly, make sure you have the required tools and hardware.

Hardware Kit (not to scale)

The hardware kit shipped with this equipment contains the fasteners and other hardware components shown in the following table. Before you begin assembly, make sure that your hardware kit is complete. If not, please contact Precor Customer Support.

Fasteners	Quantity
Flat washers ( -inch)	14
Split washers ( -inch)	14
Flat head hex drive screws	4
(¹-inch x ³-inch)
Phillips-head machine screws	3
(#8 x ³-inch)
Buttonhead screws ( –inch x	14
1–inch)

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Fasteners	Quantity
Sockethead cap screws (#8 x	4
1¹-inch)
Self-tapping screws (#8 x	4
1¹-inch)
Handlebar bolt wrench	1

Center cross bar cap

Outer handrail cap (2)

Inner handrail cap (2)

Upright support covers (right-hand and left-hand sets)

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Required Tools

#2 Phillips screwdriver

Rubber mallet

SAE standard hex wrench set

SAE standard socket set

Two -inch wrenches (open-end and box-end)

Wire cutter

Performing the Assembly

DANGER Do not attempt to connect electrical power until all assembly procedures are complete and the console

is properly installed.

As you assemble the EFX, make sure to construct the cable assembly as directed so that the necessary connections are accessible when you add the console.

To begin assembly:

1.Remove the lift cover and set it aside.

Important: Grease on the lift screw can stain clothing. Be careful not to get grease on your clothing as you remove the lift cover. Do not remove the grease from the lift screw, because it is required for proper operation.

Figure 2: Lift cover removal

Assembling the EFX

2.Thread the cable through the left upright support. Tape it to the top of the upright support to secure it temporarily.

Important: Do not stretch, crimp, or damage the cable. Cables damaged by improper installation will not be covered by the Precor Limited Warranty.

Figure 3: Route the cable

3.Attach the left upright support to the base frame using four buttonhead screws, four split washers, and four-inch washers. Partially tighten the fasteners.

Figure 4: Attach the upright support to the base frame

4.Repeat steps 2 through 4 to attach the right upright support.

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5.Using a right-angle ³" hex wrench, remove the four ¹" x ³" buttonhead screws securing the central plastic base cover.

6.Remove the tape at the top of the left upright support.

7.Feed one of the cables you want to install down through the upright support, then along the inside of the foot support and back through the central frame member. The following illustration shows the general path of the cable.

Figure 5: EFX cable path

8.Pull the end of the cable upward through the opening just behind the lift motor, as shown in the previous illustration.

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9.Attach the cable to the appropriate connector inside the base of the EFX, as shown in the following illustration and table.

Figure 6: Cable connection points inside EFX base

Connect …

The console power cable (red and black, individual leads)

The television cable (black and round)

The Ethernet cable (black and flat)

To …

The power connector on the jack panel

The coaxial connector on the jack panel

The eight-connector modular jack on the jack panel

10.Repeat steps 7 through 9 for the remaining cables you want to install.

11.Replace the central plastic base cover, then attach the four buttonhead screws you removed along with the cover. Tighten the screws completely.

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12. Replace the lift cover that was removed in the first step.

Figure 7: Lift cover replacement

To mount the center column support on the frame:

Note: Check that the base fasteners are loose before installing the fasteners for the central column support.

1.Have your assistant support the center column support while you align the inside mounting brackets with the upright supports.

2.Fasten the center column support to each upright support by threading a buttonhead screw, a -inch washer, and a split washer through opposite mounting holes.

Figure 8: Rear view of console attachment

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3.Check alignments and thread the remaining four center column support screws, four -inch washers, and four split washers. Tighten with a ³-inch hex key so the assemblies come together, but leave room for adjustments.

Figure 9: Attachment of center column support

To tighten the fasteners properly:

CAUTION: Upright support fasteners must be properly aligned and wrench-tightened in the order described below. If improperly assembled, the upright supports can rub against the ramp.

1.Fully tighten the two sets of fasteners on the back of the center column support.

Figure 10: Fastener attachment detail

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2.Fully tighten the fasteners on the back of each upright support.

Figure 11: Tighten the back fasteners on the upright supports

3.Fully tighten the fasteners on the lower sides of each upright support.

Figure 12: Tighten the front fasteners on the upright supports

4.Fully tighten the fasteners on the upper front of the center column support.

Figure 13: Tighten the front fasteners on the center column support

Assembling the EFX

To attach the handlebars:

Important: Attach one handlebar at a time.

1.Use a ³-inch hex wrench to loosen the two screws in the handlebar clamp. Refer to the following illustration for the location of these fasteners.

Figure 14: Clamp screw location, EFX handlebar bracket

2.Connect the heart rate cable from the console to the heart rate cable from the handlebars and place excess cable inside the handlebar.

Figure 15: Threading of the heart rate cable

Important: Do not stretch, crimp, or damage the cable. Cables damaged by improper installation will not be covered by the Precor Limited Warranty.

3.Insert the right handlebar into the handlebar clamp until the foam grip touches the side of the handlebar clamp.

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4.Apply pressure to the handlebar and rotate it back and forth to ease it into the handlebar clamp.

5.Slide the inner handlebar cap onto the lower handlebar.

6.Thread one hex head screw through the handlebar and handlebar mount. Partially tighten the screw.

Figure 16: Handrail attachment detail

7.Repeat steps 1 through 7 to attach the opposite handlebar.

To tighten the handlebars completely:

1.Use the wrench included with the unit, or a 1³-inch socket, box, or open-end wrench, to tighten the handlebar screws fully.

2.Use a ³-inch hex wrench to tighten the two handlebar clamp fasteners fully.

3.Insert the center crossbar cap for each handlebar and press firmly into place.

Figure 17: Center crossbar cap attachment

Note: When secure, the center crossbar caps hold the lift cover in place.

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4. Attach the outer handlebar caps.

Figure 18: Outer handrail caps attachment

To attach the water bottle holder:

1.Position the water bottle holder as shown and attach it to the right stationary handlebar.

Figure 19: Water bottle attachment

2. Secure the holder using three Phillips-head screws.

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To attach the upright support covers:

1.Place one inner and one outer upright support cover around one of the upright supports, aligning them so that the arrows on their inside surfaces point toward the front of the equipment.

2.Line up the protrusions on the outer cover with the screw holes on the inner cover.

3.Apply pressure to both covers so that the protrusions fit firmly into the screw holes.

4.Secure the upright support covers using two self-tapping screws.

Figure 20: Upright support cover attachment (right-hand cover shown)

5.Slide the covers down and snap them into the base mount.

Note: Be sure to align the covers so that the lip of each cover fits inside the edge of the base mount and the hook on the base mount fits into the corresponding slot on the cover. When you have snapped the covers into place, the surfaces of the covers and the base mount should line up smoothly.

6.Repeat steps 1 through 5 to attach the other pair of upright support covers.

Assembling the EFX

Leveling the EFX

Make sure the unit is level before allowing anyone to use it.

CAUTION: To eliminate movement, make sure the adjustable feet are in contact with the floor.

To level the unit:

1.Gently rock the unit. If there is any movement, ask your assistant to tip the unit to one side while you locate the adjustable feet.

2.Correct the height of each adjustable foot as follows.

If you want to …	Then turn the adjustable feet …
Raise the unit	Counterclockwise
Lower the unit	Clockwise

Figure 21: Rubber pad and adjustable foot locations

Important: Place the unit on a flat surface. Rotating the adjustable feet cannot compensate for extremely uneven surfaces.

When you are finished adjusting the unit, place the unit on the floor and recheck that it is level.

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Breaking in the Equipment

Precor equipment does not require an actual break-in period. However, moving components such as belts, gears, and bearings can settle while the equipment is being stored or shipped. This can cause the equipment to operate with a small amount of roughness or noise when it starts up for the first time.

The equipment usually returns to smooth operation after a day or two of normal use. If it does not, contact your dealer for assistance. For more information, refer to Obtaining Service.

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