Precor C936i User Manual
Standard Commercial Treadmill
Owner’s Manual
COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION
COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using the C936i treadmill, always follow basic precautions, including the following:
• To ensure your safety and to protect the unit, read all the instructions before assembling and using the treadmill.
• To ensure the proper use and safety of the treadmill, make sure that all users read
this manual. Please make this manual a part of your club’s training program.
Remind the club users that before beginning any fitness program, they should
obtain complete physical examinations from their physicians.
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 —
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always unplug the unit from its
power source before cleaning or performing any maintenance tasks.
WARNING —
• Do not allow children or those unfamiliar with its operation on or near the treadmill.
Do not leave children unsupervised around the treadmill.
• Never leave the treadmill unattended. Unplug the unit from the power outlet when it
is not in use, before cleaning it, and before putting on or taking off parts. Do not
adjust the running belt when someone is standing on the unit.
• Assemble and operate the treadmill on a solid, level surface. Locate the treadmill a
few feet from walls or furniture. Check the unit before each use and verify that all
fasteners are secure. Maintain the treadmill in good working condition.
• Use the treadmill only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use
accessory attachments that are not recommended by the manufacturer; such attachments might cause injuries.
• If you purchased the optional chest strap, review the guidelines found in the
Heart Rate Option Owner’s Manual
• Never operate the unit if it is damaged, if it is not working properly, if it has been
dropped, or if it has been dropped in water. Return the unit to a service center for
examination and repair.
• Keep all electrical components such as the motor, power cord, and I/O switch, away
from liquids to prevent shock. Do not set anything on the handrail, display console,
or hood. Place liquids, magazines and books in the appropriate receptacles.
• Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol (spray) products are being used or
where oxygen is being administered.
• Do not use outdoors.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• The security clip must be attached at waist level prior to beginning a workout. A
cord connects the security clip to the red STOP button on the console. If a user
encounters difficulties, a strong tug on the security cord or a quick tap on the red
STOP button will stop the running belt.
• Use care when getting on or off the treadmill. Use the stationary handrail whenever
possible. Place your feet firmly on the right and left side platforms before the running belt begins moving (prior to a workout). Step onto the running belt when the
speed is at or below 1 mph (1.6 kph).
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons, take the following precautions:
that is supplied with that option.
Precor
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Never step off the treadmill while the running belt is moving. Keep your body and
head facing forward. Never attempt to turn around on the treadmill.
• Never turn ON the treadmill when someone is standing on the machine.
• Never block the air openings on the hood while operating the treadmill. Keep the
air openings clean and free of lint, hair, or anything that might impeded the free
flow of air. Never drop or insert objects into any opening.
• Wear proper exercise clothing and shoes during a workout—no loose clothing. Tie
long hair back. Keep all loose towels away from the running surface. The running
belt will not stop immediately if an object becomes caught in the belt or rollers.
• Do not rock the unit. Do not stand on the display console or hood.
• Do not overexert yourself or work to exhaustion. If you feel any pain or abnormal
symptoms, stop your workout immediately and consult your physician.
SAFETY APPROVAL
When identified with the ETL-c logo, the treadmill has been tested and conforms to the requirements of CAN/CSA-E-335-1/3-94, Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
The C936i treadmill must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric current which reduces the risk of electrical
shock. The C936i treadmill is equipped with a power cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If you do
not follow these
DANGER —
or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the treadmill is properly grounded. Do
not modify the plug provided with the treadmill. If it doesn’t fit the outlet, get a proper
outlet installed by a qualified technician.
Diagram 1
Correct power
outlet for U.S.
Markets:
120-volt and
240-volt plugs.
Grounding Instructions
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician
120-volt grounding plug 240-volt grounding plug
, you could void the Precor Limited Warranty.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
120V Units and 240V Units Designated for U.S. Markets
The C936i treadmill must be connected to a dedicated, grounded circuit. A 20 amp dedicated
circuit is recommended. The treadmill is factory-equipped with a specific power supply cord to
permit connection to a proper electric circuit as shown in Diagram 1. Make sure that the treadmill
is connected to an outlet having the same configurations as the plug. No adapter should be used
with this product.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ..........................................2
Safety Approval ..................................................................... 3
Grounding Instructions ........................................................... 3
Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) ........................................ 6
European Applications ........................................................... 6
Obtaining Service ................................................................... 7
About this Manual .................................................................. 7
Unpacking the Treadmill ..................................................9
Standard Equipment ............................................................... 9
Other Equipment .................................................................... 9
Hardware Kit .......................................................................... 10
Additional Tools Needed ......................................................... 10
Setting Up the Treadmill .................................................11
Installation Requirements ....................................................... 11
Assembly Instructions ........................................................... 11
Turning the Unit ON and OFF ................................................. 21
Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt........................... 22
Club Information .............................................................23
Changing the Club Settings .................................................... 23
Determining the Units of Measure .......................................... 24
Determining the Club Speed Limit .......................................... 25
Setting a Workout Time Limit.................................................. 25
Setting a Pause Time Limit .................................................... 25
Viewing the Odometer, Hours of Use,
Software Version, Error Log and Serial Number ...................... 26
Using CSAFE Standard Equipment ........................................ 27
The C936i Display...........................................................28
Features on the Display Console ............................................ 28
SmartRate® Display ............................................................... 29
Setup Mode and Prompts ...................................................... 29
The Setup Mode and the QuickStart Feature......................... 30
Display Features During a Workout........................................ 31
Keys on the Display Console ................................................. 33
Changing the Display Features Using the SELECT Key ........ 35
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Table of Contents
Exercising on the Treadmill ............................................ 36
Using the Security Clip ........................................................... 36
Using the Handrails ................................................................ 36
Using the Heart Rate “Touch” Capability ................................. 36
Keypad Tips ........................................................................... 37
Workout Tips .......................................................................... 37
Quick Steps to Working Out ................................................... 37
Cooling Down After a Workout ............................................... 39
Pause, Workout Summary, and Exit Features ........................ 40
Programs ........................................................................ 41
The Heart Rate Feature .......................................................... 41
Using the SmartRate® Feature ............................................... 41
Manual Mode and the QUICKSTART Key ............................... 42
Cross Country Program .......................................................... 43
Interval Program ..................................................................... 43
Weight Loss Program ............................................................. 44
Random Program ................................................................... 44
Heart Rate Program ............................................................... 45
Maintenance ...................................................................46
Inspection .............................................................................. 46
Cleaning the Equipment ......................................................... 46
Aligning the Running Belt ....................................................... 47
Storing the Chest Strap .......................................................... 48
Servicing the Treadmill ........................................................... 48
Long Term Storage ................................................................. 48
Commercial Warranty Registration Card ................................. 49
Commercial Warranty ............................................................. 51
Specifications ............................................................ back cover
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RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (RFI)
Federal Communications Commission Part 15
The treadmill 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 treadmill 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. Operation of the treadmill in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference. If this occurs, the user will be required to
correct the interference at his or her own expense.
CAUTION —
Per FCC rules, changes or modifications to the
treadmill not expressly approved by Precor, could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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
Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioéélectriques dépassant
les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la Class A prescrites dans le
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministére des Communications du Canada.
EUROPEAN APPLICATIONS
This product conforms to the requirements of the European Council Directive 89/336/
EEC,
Electromagnetic Compatibility
EN55022, Limits & Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference, Information
Technology Equipment. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio
interference, in which case the user is responsible to take adequate measures to
alleviate the interference.
EN50082-1, Generic Immunity Standard for Residential, Commercial and Light
Industrial Products.
This product additionally conforms to the requirements of the European Council Directive
73/23/EEC,
IEC 335-1, Safety of Household and similar Electrical Appliances.
Low Voltage Directive
and has been tested to the following standards:
and has been tested to the following standard:
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OBTAINING SERVICE
Do not attempt to service the treadmill yourself except for the maintenance tasks
described in this manual. The treadmill does not contain any user-serviceable
parts. For information about product operation or service, visit the Precor Web
Site at www.precor.com or 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 the shipping container or on the label
near the power receptacle. If you have any questions regarding the treadmill, use
the model and serial numbers whenever you call a Precor dealer or Commercial
Products Customer Support Representative.
Model number: C936i
Unit number: _____ Serial number: _____________________________
Unit number: _____ Serial number: _____________________________
Unit number: _____ Serial number: _____________________________
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual includes instructions for installing and using the treadmill. To maximize the use of the treadmill, please study this manual thoroughly. The manual
uses the following conventions for identifying special information:
Note: Contains additional information.
Important: Indicates information to which you should pay special attention.
CAUTION: Indicates steps or information necessary to prevent harm to
yourself or damage to the equipment.
WARNING: Provides instructions to prevent electrical damage to the equipment and injuries to yourself.
DANGER: Indicates steps you must take to prevent electrical shock.
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Notes:
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Unpacking the Treadmill
Thank you for purchasing the Precor C936i treadmill. Built to the exacting standards of the health club environment, the treadmill is intended for commercial
use and can withstand the rigors of daily club use with little maintenance.
Important: Before using the treadmill, 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 treadmill safely and successfully.
Your treadmill is carefully inspected before shipment so it should arrive in good
operating condition. Precor ships the unit in the following pieces:
❑ Base frame assembly ❑ Power cord
❑ Right and left upright supports ❑ Hardware kit
❑ Display console ❑ Owner’s Manual
❑ Right and left handrails
CAUTION: This unit weighs over 320 pounds (146 kilograms). To prevent
injury to yourself or damage to the equipment, obtain appropriate assistance before removing the unit from the pallet.
If any items are missing, refer to
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
The treadmill incorporates the Precor SmartRate® and Heart Rate features into
its display console. Devices, such as FitLinxx®, that are CSAFE compatible, can
also be attached.
The Precor “touch” heart rate is standard on the C936i and provides two metal
strips, called “grips,” on the center portion of the handrails. When a user places
both hands on the grips, a heart rate is transmitted to the receiver.
Note: If a user does not wish to use the touch-sensitive hand grips, an optional
chest strap can be purchased and worn. The chest strap transmits the user’s
heart rate and it appears as a number in the HEART RATE display.
Important: The user must place the left hand on the left handrail grip and their
right hand on the right handrail grip to transmit their heart rate. Placing one
hand on a grip does not provide sufficient signal to display the user’s heart rate.
OTHER EQUIPMENT
Optional equipment available through your dealer includes:
• Chest strap.
Obtaining Service
on page 7.
If you are interested in obtaining Precor option kits for your unit, check with your
dealer. For customer support, see
Obtaining Service
on page 7.
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HARDWARE KIT
After unpacking the treadmill, open the hardware kit (refer to Diagram 2) and
make sure that you have the following items:
❑ (A) four 2-inch long socket head screws — mount upright supports to base
❑ (B) four barrel spacers — place on 2-inch screws
❑ (C) ten ¾-inch long socket head screws
❑ (D) sixteen flat washers
❑ (E) two 1¼-inch socket head screws — handrail clamp assembly
❑ (F) four large diameter washers — place on handrail end cap screws
❑ (G) four 1-inch socket head screws — handrail mounting bracket
❑ (H) ¼-inch hex key — 3 inches by 10 inches
Diagram 2
Hardware kit.
If any items are missing, refer to
Obtaining Service
on page 7.
Note: After assembling the treadmill, you will have four ¾-inch long socket head
screws (C) and two flat washers (D) remaining. You can discard them if you wish.
Also, be sure to store the hex key in a secure place. It is used for specific maintenance procedures that are described in the manual.
AC
B
D
F
E
G
H
ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED
Obtain the following tools
❑ Wire cutter ❑ ½-inch box end wrench
❑ Bubble level ❑ String
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before
assembling the treadmill.
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Setting Up the Treadmill
You do not need any special knowledge or experience to set up the treadmill.
However, because of the size and weight of the treadmill, you will need to obtain
assistance.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Follow these installation requirements when installing the treadmill.
If you do not
install the treadmill according to the following guidelines, you could void the Precor
Limited Warranty.
• Set up the treadmill on a solid, flat surface. Unpack and assemble the
treadmill close to where you plan to 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 proper operation.
• Provide ample space around the unit. Open space around the unit makes
for a safer mount and dismount.
• Fill out and mail the warranty registration card. Be sure that the treadmill
is turned OFF. The serial number can be found on the shipping container or on
the label near the power receptacle. Write the serial number onto the Precor
Limited Warranty registration card found on the back cover of this manual.
Refer to
• Use the appropriate voltage, dedicated circuit, and grounding as speci-
fied on the treadmill. The treadmill is available in both 120-volt and 240-volt
models. Refer to the treadmill’s identification label to determine the voltage
that your treadmill requires. Both the 120-volt and 240-volt models require a
dedicated circuit. A 20 amp circuit is recommended.
CAUTION: Do not use a non-grounded outlet or transformer. Do not
remove or otherwise bypass the plug with an adapter. Electrical
damage can occur and void the Precor Limited Warranty if the treadmill
is connected to an improper power source.
Obtaining Service
on page 7 and write the number(s) there as well.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Take the following steps to assemble the treadmill.
1. Obtain adult assistance. Have your assistants help place the shipping carton
close to the location where you plan to use the treadmill. Break down the side
walls of the shipping carton so that they lie flat. Remove the loose contents.
CAUTION: To avoid injury and ensure your safety, get assistance
before lifting the treadmill off the pallet and rolling it onto the floor. Do
not drop the unit.
2. Make sure that the power switch is OFF. Check the ON/OFF power switch
on the front of the treadmill. Place the switch in the O (OFF) position. Make
sure that the treadmill is not plugged into a power source.
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Diagram 3
Diagram 4
Lift the rear of the
unit and roll it to
its assembly
location.
Rear cover of unit
Lift the unit by
placing hands
on opposite
sides of the rear
cross brace
found under
treadmill’s
running belt.
3. Move the treadmill. Diagram 3. To properly lift the rear end and roll it on its
front wheels, review Diagram 3. To avoid injury to yourself or damage to the
unit, ask for help in placing the treadmill where you plan to use it.
Remove the
shipping
fasteners from
the front plate.
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Shipping
fasteners found
on right and left
sides of the front
panel.
Front panel
4. Remove the shipping fasteners from the front panel. Diagram 4. With the
supplied hex key and a ½-inch box end wrench, loosen and remove the four
bolts, washers and nuts on the front panel. These fasteners are used during
shipping to hold the front panel in place. Discard the fasteners.
5. Remove any tape or wire ties that secure the display cable to the side of
the unit.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the display cable, read the following steps
carefully. Damage to the cable due to improper assembly is not covered
by the Precor Limited Warranty.
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Diagram 5
Diagram 6
Route the cable.
Display cable
Right side
mounting
bracket
Route cable
through hole.
Right side
upright support
6. Route the display cable. Diagram 5. Unwrap the cable and remove any
kinks. Have an assistant hold the right upright support close to the base
while you route the cable through it.
Note: Attaching a string to the cable with a washer tied to the opposite end
of the string may help you route the cable through the upright support.
Attach the
upright supports.
Display cable
Right side
upright support
Left side upright
support (Step 8)
Upright support
Attach this right
side support first.
Front panel
¾-inch screws (C)
with washers (D)
2-inch screws (A),
washers (D),
barrel spacers (B)
7. Attach the
right side
upright support to the base assembly. Diagram 6, #1.
1
2
3
Take the following steps to align the right side upright support with the base
assembly mounts while your assistant keeps tension on the cable:
Important: Do not securely tighten the screws until after the unit has been fully
assembled. Make sure that the bolt and spacer do not pinch the cable.
a. Place a washer (D) onto each of two ¾-inch screws (C). Thread the screws
through the front panel and into the upright support. Leave room for adjustments.
b. Place a washer (D) and barrel spacer (B) on each of two 2-inch screws (A).
See Diagram 6, #3. Insert the screws through the upright support and thread
them into the base mounts.
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Diagram 7
8. Attach the
left side
upright support to the base assembly. Refer to
Diagram 6. Align the upright support with the base assembly mounting
bracket and secure it by following steps 7a and 7b.
Install the
display console.
Display console
Display console
mounting
brackets
Upright
support
9. Secure the display console to the upright supports. Diagram 7.
a. Make sure that the cable is routed through the top of the upright support.
Have an assistant hold onto the cable (see inset).
Diagram 8
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Secure the
display console.
CSAFE
receptacle
Cable receptacle
Display console
1
2
1-inch screws (G)
with washers (D)
Tighten the
screws, but
leave room for
adjustments.
3
b. Align the display console with the upright support mounts. Insert two 1-inch
screws (G) with washers (D) and finger tighten. Do the same for the opposite upright support. Do not fully tighten the screws. Refer to Diagram 8, #1.
c. Attach the cable connector by sliding it into its receptacle underneath the
console. A definite “click” is heard when the cable is properly attached. Refer
to Diagram 8, #2. If you do not hear and feel the connector “snap” into place,
reinsert it.
Important: Do not use the receptacle covered by the plastic plug. This CSAFE
receptacle is for a separate option.
d. So that the cable does not hang below the console, slide it into the clip found
underneath the console. Refer to Diagram 8, #3.
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Diagram 9
Raise the
incline.
Side rail
Incline lift
QUICKSTART
TIME
DISTANCE
CALORIES
INCLINE
TM
PROFILE
CALOR
IES/MINUTE
METS
SPEED
key
Important: With the handrails attached, the width of the treadmill is 33½
inches (85 cm). It will not fit through a standard 32-inch doorway.
10. Prepare the unit for handrail installation. Diagram 9. For an easier installation,
raise the incline to its maximum height by taking the following steps:
a. Plug the treadmill into a power outlet and turn the unit ON.
b. Stand to the side of the treadmill and press QUICKSTART (see inset).
After a few seconds, the running belt begins moving.
Diagram 10
c. Press the INCLINE ▲ key until the display shows an incline of 15 percent.
d. Once the lift stops moving and the display indicates 15 percent, press
the Stop (red) button and turn power switch OFF.
Remove the
lower handrail
clamp.
Lower handrail
clamp
Loosen and
remove the four
handrail clamp
screws.
11. Remove the lower handrail clamp. Diagram 10. To prepare the unit for
handrail installation, remove the four fasteners securing the lower handrail
clamp. Use the hex key provided.
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Diagram 11
Secure the handrails.
2
¾-inch screw (C)
with washer (F)
Side bracket
Handrail clamp
Slide handrail into
position.
Lower portion of
handrail
¾-inch screws (C) with washers (D)
12. Attach handrails to the side and base brackets. Diagram 11.
Important: Attach one handrail at a time. Take the following steps on one
side of the treadmill and then, attach the opposite handrail.
a. Slide the end of the handrail toward the handrail clamp. Ask your assistant
to hold the handrail in place while you insert screw (C) with washer (F).
Finger tighten the screw to secure the handrail to the side bracket. See
Diagram 11, #1 and #2.
1
3
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b. Attach the lower portion of the handrail. Diagram 11, #3. Align the handrail
bracket with the two base mounting holes in the side rail. Place a washer (D)
onto each of two screws (C) and insert the screws. Finger tighten.
c. Perform steps a. and b. on the opposite side.
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