Precor C954, C956 User Manual

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Commercial T readmill Owner’ s Manual

C954

C956

COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION

Before Y ou Begin

Thank you for purchasing the Precor C956 or C954 Commercial 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.

Before using Precor equipment, we urge you to familiarize yourself and staff with the entire Owner’s Manual. Understanding this manual will help you and your customers use the treadmill safely and successfully.

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Inside this manual, you will find instructions for assembling and using the treadmill. To maximize the use of the unit, please study this manual thoroughly. The manual uses the following conventions for identifying special information:

“Note:” Contains additional information that applies to the preceding text. “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 prev ent electrical damage to the equipment

and prevent injuries to yourself. “DANGER:” Indicates steps y ou m ust take to pre v ent electrical shock.

OBT AINING 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 ser vice, visit the Precor Web Site at www.precor.com or contact an authorized Precor dealer or a Precor Factory Authorized Service Company. To locate the dealer or service person nearest you, call 1-888-665-4404.

The serial number on the treadmill is printed on a label located on the base frame. T o locate the serial number , verify that the treadmill is turned OFF. Then, stand at the rear of the treadmill and face the display console, kneel down and look under the treadmill on the inboard-side of the running bed at the left, rear corner. For future reference, write the serial and model number and the date of purchase in the space provided below .

Model/unit #: _____ Serial #: __________________ Date purchased:_____ Model/unit #: _____ Serial #:__________________ Date purchased: ____

Model/unit #: _____ Serial #:__________________ Date purchased: ____

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Model/unit #: _____ Serial #:__________________ Date purchased: ____

If you have questions regarding the treadmill, use the model and serial number whenever you contact Precor Customer Service, your Precor dealer, or service person.

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IMPORIMPOR

IMPOR

IMPORIMPOR

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be taken, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using the treadmill. These instructions are written to ensure your safety and to protect the unit.

• 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 training program.

Before beginning any fitness program, users of this equipment should obtain a complete physical examination from a qualified physician.

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.

DANGER WARNING

ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always unplug the unit from its power source before cleaning or performing any maintenance tasks.

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, take the following precautions:

• When it is plugged in, do not leave the treadmill unattended. Unplug the treadmill from the outlet when it is not in use, and before putting on or taking off parts.

• Do not allow children on or near the treadmill.

• 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.

• Never operate the unit if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped in water. Return the treadmill to a service center for examination and repair.

• Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces. Keep hands away from moving parts.

• 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 impede the free flow of air. Never drop or insert objects into any opening.

• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where o xygen is being administered.

• Do not use outdoors.

• Turn the power switch to the OFF (O) position, when the treadmill is not in use for an extended period of time. Then, remove the power plug from the outlet.

IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Connect the treadmill to a properly grounded outlet only. See

Grounding Instructions

on page 4.

SA VE THESE INSTR UCTIONS

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

The C956 or C954 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 C956 or C954 treadmill is equipped with a power cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be inser ted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If you do not follow these Precor limited warranty.

Grounding Instructions

, you could void the

DANGER

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician 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 A

Correct power outlet for U.S. Markets: 20 amp 120-volt and 240-volt plugs.

120V Units Designated for U.S. Markets

The C956 or C954 treadmill must be connected to a 20 amp dedicated circuit having a nominal rating of 120-volts. The treadmill’s grounding plug looks like the plug illustrated in Diagram A. The power outlet must have the same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this product.

240V Units Designated for U.S. Markets

The C956 or C954 treadmill must be connected to a 20 amp dedicated circuit having a nominal rating of 240-volts. The treadmill is factory-equipped with a specific power supply cord to permit connection to a proper electric circuit. Make sure that the treadmill is connected to an outlet having the same configurations as the plug. See Diagram A. No adapter should be used with this product. If the treadmill must be reconnected for use on a different type of electrical circuit, the reconnection must be made by qualified service personnel.

120-volt grounding plug 240-volt grounding plug

SAFETY APPROVAL

When identified with the ETL-c logo, the treadmill has been tested and conforms to the requirements of CAN/CSA-E-335-1/2-94, Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances.

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RFI — RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE

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 f or 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 man ual 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.

Per FCC rules, changes or modifications to the

CA UTION

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 and has been tested to the following standards:

EN55022, Limits & Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference, Information Technology Equipment (Class A).

EN50082-1, Generic Immunity Standard for Residential, Commercial and Light Industrial Products (Class A).

This product additionally conforms to the requirements of the European Council Directive 73/23/EEC, Low V oltage Directive and has been tested to the f ollowing standard:

IEC 335-1, Safety of Household and similar Electrical Appliances.

European Applications

This product has been tested to the requirements of EN55022, “Limits & Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference, Information Technology Equipment.” Per that standard, the C956 or C954 treadmills are a Class A product. In a domestic environment, these products may cause radio interference, in which case the user is responsible to take adequate measures to alleviate the interference.

− −

− 240 Volt Units Only

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PERSONAL SAFETY

When using the treadmill, take the following precautions:

• Do not allow children on or near the treadmill. Do not leave children unsupervised around the treadmill.

• Assemble and operate the treadmill on a solid, surface. Locate the treadmill a few feet from walls or furniture. Keep the area behind the treadmill clear.

• Turn OFF (O) and unplug the treadmill when adjusting or working near the rear roller. Do not adjust the running belt when someone is standing on the unit.

• Keep all electrical components, such as the motor, power cord, and I/O switch, away from liquids to pre v ent shock. Do not set anything on the handrail, display console, or hood. Place liquids only in the appropriate receptacles.

• The security clip should 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, the running belt can be stopped by pulling on the cord. To resume operation, press the Speed ▲ key.

• Maintain the treadmill in good working condition. (Refer to the

Maintenance

section). Run through a check list prior to each use. Make sure that all fasteners are secure and the belt is cleaned and running smoothly.

• Wear proper e x ercise clothing and shoes during a work out—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.

• Use care when getting on or off the treadmill. Use the handrail(s) whenever possible. Step onto the running belt when the speed is at 1 mph (1.6 kph). Never step off the treadmill while the running belt is moving.

• Before the running belt begins moving (prior to a workout), and after it stops (at the end of a workout), straddle the belt by placing your feet firmly on the right and left side platforms.

• Never turn ON the treadmill when someone is standing on the machine.

• Keep your body and head facing f orw ard. Never attempt to turn around on the treadmill when the running belt is moving.

• Do not rock the unit. Do not stand on the handrails, display console, or hood.

• Do not attempt to service the treadmill yourself other than the assembly and maintenance instructions found in this manual. Refer to

Obtaining Service

• Do not overe x ert yourself or work to exhaustion. If you feel any pain or abnormal symptoms, stop your workout immediately and consult your physician.

PRECOR HEART RATE OPTIONS—SAFETY GUIDELINES

The Precor Heart Rate Options are created and designed exclusively for Precor products. The equipment is very sensitive—you should use the hear t rate options with this in mind and take time to read the guidelines found in this owner’s manual. If you purchased the POLAR® chest strap, review the guidelines found in the

Precor Heart Rate Option Owner’s Manual

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that is supplied with that option.

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Table of Contents

Before Y ou Begin ..............................................................2

About this Manual .................................................................. 2

Obtaining Service................................................................... 2

Important Safety Instructions................................................. 3

Grounding Instructions ........................................................... 4

Safety Approval ..................................................................... 4

RFI — Radio Frequency Interf erence ..................................... 5

European Applications ........................................................... 5

Personal Saf ety...................................................................... 6

Precor Heart Rate Option - Safety Guidelines ........................ 6

Unpacking the T readmill ..................................................9

Standard Equipment............................................................... 9

Optional Equipment................................................................ 9

Hardware Kit .......................................................................... 1 0

Acquire the Appropriate Tools ................................................. 1 0

Setting Up the Treadmill ................................................11

Installation Requirements ...................................................... 11

Assembly Instructions .......................................................... 11

Turning the Unit ON and OFF ................................................ 18

Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt......................... 19

Club Information ............................................................20

Changing the Club Settings................................................... 20

Selecting the Language ......................................................... 20

Determining the Units of Measure ........................................ 21

Determining the Club Speed Limit .......................................... 2 2

Setting a Workout Time Limit ................................................ 22

Setting a Pause Time Limit.................................................... 22

Changing the C956 Custom Courses.................................... 23

Viewing the Odometer, Hours of Use,

Software Version, and Error Log ........................................... 24

Using CSAFE Standard Equipment ........................................ 24

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Table of Contents

The C956/C954 Display..................................................2 5

Features on the Display Console............................................ 2 5

Top Display Windows ............................................................ 25

Center Display Window (C956 only) ..................................... 26

Elongated Center Display (C956 and C954) ............................ 26

Keys on the Display Console ................................................ 28

Keypad Tips........................................................................... 28

Exercising on the Treadmill...........................................32

Using the Security Clip ......................................................... 32

Pause, Cool Do wn, Summary and Exit Features .................... 3 2

Quick Steps to Working Out.................................................. 34

Workout Tips ......................................................................... 34

Cooling Down After a Workout .............................................. 35

Courses ...........................................................................36

The Heart Rate Features....................................................... 36

Utilizing the Smart Rate® Feature.......................................... 36

Manual Mode and the Quick Start Key ................................. 37

The Track Course .................................................................. 38

Preprogrammed Courses ...................................................... 38

Interval Course ..................................................................... 38

Custom Courses ................................................................... 39

Random Course .................................................................... 39

Heart Rate Course ................................................................ 40

Weight Loss Course.............................................................. 41

Goal-based Courses ............................................................. 41

Maintenance .................................................................... 42

Cleaning the Equipment ........................................................ 42

Aligning the Running Belt ...................................................... 42

Storing the POLAR® Chest Strap .......................................... 43

Servicing the Treadmill .......................................................... 43

Long T erm Storage ................................................................ 4 3

Specifications ............................................................ back cover

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Unpacking the Treadmill

The treadmill is carefully tested and inspected before shipment so it should arrive in good operating condition. Precor ships the unit in the following pieces:

• base frame assembly

• hood

• front assembly (includes 2 upright supports and display console)

• handrails (one for each side)

• owner’ s manual and hardware kit

CAUTION: The treadmill weighs o ver 350 pounds (157 kilograms). T o avoid injury and ensure the safety of the unit and yourself, we suggest that you get assistance before removing the unit from the box.

If any items are missing, contact your Precor Commercial Products Service Representative at 1-888-665-4404.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

Both the C956 and C954 treadmills incorporate the Precor Smart Rate® and Heart Rate features into it’s display consoles. Devices, such as FittLinxx that are CSAFE compatible, can also be attached.

Note: An optional POLAR® chest strap must be worn to transmit a user’s heart rate to the display console’s receiver. Another option, Precor “touch” heart rate can be purchased (at point of sale) and provides electrode strips on the center handrail. When a user places his or her hands over the strips and grasps the handrail, a heart rate is transmitted to the receiver.

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Optional equipment that you can purchase through your dealer includes:

• POLAR® chest strap

• Touch Heart Rate (separate display console)

• Long handrails

If you are interested in obtaining Precor option kits for your unit, check with you dealer. To locate the dealer nearest you, call 1-888-665-4404. For customer service, see

Obtaining Service

on page 2.

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HARDWARE KIT

After unpacking the treadmill, open the hardware kit and make sure that you have the following items shown in Diagram 1.

(A) 20 — 1” long buttonhead screws (B) 14 — washers (C) 4 — 1/2” long flat head screws (D) 1/4” hex key — belt adjustment (E) 3/16” hex key — mount uprights, display and handrails to base frame (F) 5/32” hex key — install handrails to display and hood to base

Diagram 1

C956/C954 Hardware Kit

Note: After assembling the treadmill, be sure to store the hex keys in a secure place. The tools are used for specific maintenance procedures that are described in this manual.

ACQUIRE THE APPROPRIATE TOOLS

Obtain the following tools

Wire cutter Bubble level

before

assembling the treadmill.

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Medium weight string [about 1 foot (30 cm)] Strong adhesive tape SAE Standard socket set with a ratchet or 8” Crescent wrench

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Setting Up the Treadmill

You do not need any special knowledge or experience to set up the treadmill. However, you will need assistance. Because of the size and weight of the treadmill, it is recommended that at least three adult persons assemble it.

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 limited warranty card. Be sure that the treadmill is turned OFF. To locate the serial number, place yourself at the rear of the treadmill facing the display console , kneel down and look under the treadmill on the inboard-side of the running bed of the left, rear corner. W rite the serial number onto the Precor limited warranty card found on the bac k cover of this manual. Refer to number(s) there as well.

• Use the appr opriate voltage, dedicated circuit, and grounding as speci- fied on the treadmill. The treadmill is available in both 120-volt and 240volt 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 20 amp circuit.

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 2 and write the

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Take the following steps to assemble the treadmill. We recommend three people help with assembling the unit.

Note: The C956 and C954 treadmills have the same assembly instructions. The differences appear in the display console and course programs.

1. Obtain assistance. Ask for assistance to help assemble the treadmill. Have the assistant(s) help place the shipping carton close to the location where you plan to use the treadmill. Breakdown the side walls of the shipping carton so that they lie flat. Remove the loose contents.

at least

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CAUTION: T o avoid injury and ensure y our safety , get assistance before lifting the treadmill off the pallet and rolling it onto the floor. Do not drop the unit.

2. Remove the treadmill from its shipping pallet. Eight fasteners secure the treadmill to its pallet. Use a socket and crescent wrench to loosen and remove the 4 lag bolts that hold the treadmill to the pallet and the 4 screws (2 on each side) that thread through the bracket and into the unit. Discard the fasteners. Once the fasteners have been removed, obtain several assistants to lift the treadmill off the shipping pallet.

3. Make sure that the power is OFF. Check the ON/OFF power switch on the front of the base assembly. Place the switch in the O (OFF) position. Make sure that the treadmill is not plugged into a power source.

4. Loosen the screws that attach the hood to the base. With the supplied hex key, loosen the 2 screws on the front panel and the 2 screws on the side (1 on each side). T o detach the hood from the base , stand at the side of the treadmill. Lift the hood up slightly and slide it toward the rear of the unit. Refer to Diagram

10.

Diagram 2

Attach the left upright support to the base.

Upright support (left side)

Column support Base assembly

5. Remove 10 buttonhead screws (A) and washers (B) from the Hardware kit. Place the washers on the screws and split the screws into two sets of 5. Put the sets in easy reach of the column support mounts (5 screws per side).

6. Attach the Locate the

left side

left

upright support to the base assembly. Diagram 2.

upright support. This is the one you want to install first. Place the upright support into the base assembly and align all 5 mounting holes (3 on the side, 2 in the front). Insert 5 screws (A) and washers (B). Thread the screws into the unit, but leave them loose for final adjustments. Do not securely tighten the screws until after the display console and handrails have been installed.

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Note: The left or right side of the treadmill can be determined when you stand near the rear roller and face the motor.

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Diagram 3

Route the cable through the upright support.

Route the cable through the hole and tape it to the side of the upright support .

7. Route the display cable. Diagram 3. Have an assistant hold the other sup- port upright. See “Note:” below. Position the display console above the up- right support and route the cable through it. Pull the cable through the hole in the upright support. Lay the display console and upright support on the floor.

Note: Tying one end of a string to the end of the cable and the other end to a washer may help in routing the cable. You can drop the washer through the upright support and pull the cable through. Refer to Diagram 3, #2.

Diagram 4

Attach the display console.

Upright support

Cable

Right side support

Display console (bottom side)

8. Secure the display console to the upright support. Attach the console to the right side support before placing the assembly onto the treadmill. T o do this, take the following steps:

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a. Make sure that the cable is routed through the hole in the upright support. b. Place a protective base (cardboard or plastic sheeting from the shipping

container) on the floor. Position the display console (display-side down) onto it.

c . Remove 2 screws (A) and washers (B) from the hardware kit. d. Align the upright support mounts with the display console’s . Insert 2 screws

and washers. Tighten the screws securely with the hex key provided.

Diagram 5

Connect the cable and attach the right side support to the base.

Route cable through hole.

9. Attach the display console assembly to the base. Diagram 5. Take the following steps to install the display console assembly onto the treadmill.

a. Position the display console and r ight upr ight suppor t over the column

support mount located on the base. Important: Do not crimp or pinch the cable! Crimped or pinched cables

are not covered by the Precor limited warranty.

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b . Carefully lower the upright support and align the mounting holes. See Dia-

gram 5 #2. Check that the display console is seated properly on the left upright support. Insert 5 screws (A) with washers (B). Thread the screws into the unit, but leave them loose for final adjustments. Do not securely tighten the screws until after the display console and handrails have been installed.

c. Plug the connector into its receptacle on the lower board. A definite “click”

is heard when the cable is properly attached. See Diagram 5 #3. If you do not hear and feel the connector “snap” into place , reinsert it.

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Diagram 6

Attach the console to the left upright support.

Buttonhead screws

10. Secure the display console to the left upright support. Diagram 6. Align the mounting holes on the console to those on the left upright support. Insert 2 screws (A) and washers (B). Do not securely tighten the screws until after the handrails have been attached.

Important: With the handrails attached, the width of the treadmill is 36.75” (93 cm). It will not fit through a standard 36” doorway.

11. Attach the handrails. Diagrams 7 and 8. For ease of assembly, place the side rails or rear feet on blocks. Obtain assistance to lift the treadmill. Do

not place blocks beneath the running bed.

Diagram 7

To attach the handrails, perform the following steps on

one side at a time

Handrail alignment and installation.

Console extension

a. Alignment pins on the top of the handrails necessitate sliding the hand-

rails into the console assembly at an approximate 45ο angle. Position the handrail as shown in Diagram 7 and slide it onto the console extension. When the alignment pins are fully engaged, carefully lower the handrail toward the base. Inser t 2 screws (C) and finger-tighten.

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Diagram 8

Secure the handrail to the base.

Handrail bracket

b . Align the handrail bracket with the 3 base mounts and insert 3 screws (A).

See Diagram 8. Tighten the screws securely. c. Return to the upper handrail screws and securely tighten each one. d. Perform steps a. through c. on the opposite side. e. Obtain assistance and remove the blocks from beneath the base.

Diagram 9

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Tighten front plate screws first. Then securely tighten all fasteners.

Tighten these screws first on both sides of the front plate.

12. Tighten all mounting screws w ith t he hex keys provided. Diagram 9. Start at the front of the treadmill with the 4 screws that attach the upright supports to the front plate. Tightening these screws first helps pull the rest of the treadmill’s parts into alignment. Then, proceed with securely tightening the upright supports and console assembly screws.

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Diagram 10

Slide the hood under the 2 screws found on the inboard side of both upright supports.

Secure the hood.

1 3

2 4

13. Attach the hood. Diagram 10. Place the hood over the motor and slide it

under

th e upper 4 screws (see Diagram 10 #1) and

found on each side) of both upr ight supports. As you lower the hood, slide the hood under the washers and onto the screws

(2 in the front, 1 on either side of the treadmill). See Diagram 10, #2 and #3. Retighten the screws that you loosened in step 4.

sandwiched between the base assembly and the washer s. The washer s must be on the outside of the hood.

Tighten the screws securely using the

hex key provided.

CAUTION: Do not overtighten the screws or you may inadvertently cause stress cracks in the plastic hood.

over

the 2 lower screws (1

Be sure that the hood is

Diagram 11

Level the unit.

14. The C956 and C954 units have adjustable rear feet. Check to make sure that the running surface is level (use a bubble level as shown in Diagram 11). If the treadmill is placed on a slightly , uneven surf ace, adjusting the rear feet can help , but will not compensate for extremely uneven surfaces.

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Diagram 12

Adjust the rear foot.

Important: If you need to make adjustments, adjust one rear foot at a time. Do not use the rear foot to raise or lower the unit more than 1/4” in height.

Check the level of the unit after each adjustment.

15 T o adjust a rear f oot, locate the nut that secures the rear foot to the dec k. See

Diagram 12. Loosen the nut with a crescent wrench or appropriate open-end wrench until you can easily turn the foot. See inset in Diagram 12.

CAUTION: Ask for assistance to lift the rear of the unit slightly off the floor. Lift the unit by its side rails. Trying to lift the unit and adjust the rear foot without assistance may cause injury to yourself or damage to the unit. Do not try to lift the unit using the running belt.

16. To raise the rear deck, turn the foot clockwise and make the proper height adjustment. Then, retighten (counterclockwise) the nut securely using the wrench.

TURNING THE UNIT ON AND OFF

Use the ON/OFF (I/O) power switch to turn the unit ON and OFF. This switch is located on the front of the unit, near the power cord.

The treadmill requires a dedicated circuit. Plug the power cord into a dedicated 20 amp, grounded, power source. Make sure that no other product or machine uses the same circuit as the treadmill.

CAUTION: Never remove or bypass the 3-prong plug on the unit’s power cord with an adapter. Do not use a non-grounded outlet. Do not plug the treadmill into a power transformer in an attempt to adjust the voltage requirements.

T o complete the installation of the treadmill, continue to

the Running Belt.

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Checking the Alignment of

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CHECKING THE ALIGNMENT OF THE RUNNING BELT

The belt is aligned at the factory before shipment. However, during shipment or by using the treadmill on an uneven surface, the belt might move off center. Proper belt alignment is important because it allows the belt to remain centered and assures smooth operation.

Follow these steps to check the alignment:

CAUTION: Do not walk on the running belt during this procedure.

1. The treadmill has adjustable rear feet. Check to make sure that the running surface is level (refer to steps 14 - 16 on the previous pages). If the treadmill is placed on a slightly uneven surface, adjusting the rear feet can help, but will not compensate for extremely uneven surfaces.

2. Locate the ON/OFF (I/O) switch at the front of the treadmill and turn ON (I) the unit.

Note: Stand beside the treadmill and press Quick Start. The running belt starts automatically after the message, “

Belt Starting 3, 2, 1,...

” appears.

3. Continue standing next to the treadmill and hold down the Speed ▲ key until the display shows a speed of 3 miles per hour (5 kph).

4. Walk around to the rear of the treadmill and observe the belt for a few minutes as it moves.

If the running belt,... Then,...

tracks centered on the running surface the belt is functioning correctly (evenly distributed between the side rails) and no adjustment is necessar y.

runs or drifts off center you need to adjust the belt; see

Aligning the Running Belt,

page 42.

Important: If you notice that the belt needs alignment, make the adjustments at once. Failure to do so might cause the belt to tear or fray which is not covered by the Precor limited warranty.

5. To stop the r unning belt, press the red STOP button.

If the belt is functioning correctly, the treadmill is ready to use. Please continue on to

Club Information

to learn how to customize the treadmill for your Club.

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Club Information

These next few pages provide information that lets you customize the treadmill for your Club. It is not information that your customer needs or, necessarily, should see. This section co vers the f ollowing inf ormation about how to:

• determine which language appears on the display

• set maximum speed, workout, and pause times

• design custom courses

• display the odometer and other useful information

• connect to CSAFE compatible devices

Note: If your customers are interested in the learning more about the C956 or C954 treadmill, you may wish to direct them to the manual a vailable on Precor’ s web site (www.precor.com). (The manual that appears on the web site does not contain the information found in this section.)

Diagram 13

Display console keypad.

Note: The CHANGE key is not shown in this diagram.

Refer to Diagram 15 for its location.

CHANGING THE CLUB SETTINGS

The Club “custom” settings are accessed through specific codes that help eliminate unauthorized access. Refer to Diagram 13 to locate the keys. Information that you can access and features that can be customized are as follows:

• Language — Choose to display English, German, Spanish or French.

• Units of Measure — Select between U .S. Standard and Metric displa ys.

• Maximum Speed — Determines the maximum speed that a user can select. Selections range between 0.5 to 12 mph (1 - 20 kph).

• Maximum W orkout Time — Sets a maximum limit on workout time. Note: Remember that the user will get an additional 5-minute cool down period

appended to a completed course. So, adjust the maximum time limit accordingly .

• Maximum Pause Time — Sets the maximum duration in which a person can “pause” his or her workout.

• Custom Course 1 and 2 — Provides 2 courses that can be customized for a specific user or general club purpose.

• Odometer , Hour s of Use, Software Version, and Error Log —The treadmill stores the cumulative miles or kilometers, the number of hours that the unit has been in use, the software version and software type (which is valuable when calling customer service), and an error log (useful when troubleshooting).

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Numerical pad disabled while in Club Custom mode.

Gently , press and hold the

▼ or ▲

key to view the

available selections.

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To access the Club settings, the following must occur:

❑ Check to be sure that the treadmill is turned ON. ❑ Check that the Precor banner appears on the display. ❑ Press the appropriate ke y sequences. (To cancel entries, press Reset.)

Important: T o access Custom mode, press Stop 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 Stop, it resets to the Precor banner . When you begin entering a key sequence, each key must be pressed within 4 seconds of the other or the Precor banner reappears and you have to begin again.

Display key functions within the Club Custom Mode

▼▲ lets you scroll through the

various selections that appear.

Stop advances to the next aspect

of the program without storing the information that appears on the display.

Note: The touch sensitive keys can be gently pressed and held to view several selections. The longer the ke y is held down, the faster the numbers scroll past.

The display console keys that you need to press to change the language, select the units of measure, set the maximum speed, workout, and pause times, or change the Custom courses are as follows:

Begin at the Precor banner and press the STOP key. Then, within 1/2 second, initiate the key sequence below .

Speed ▼, Speed ▲, Speed ▼, Reset, Speed ▼, Speed ▲, Speed ▼

SELECTING THE LANGUAGE

Display prompts can appear in English, German, Spanish or French. Use the ▼▲ keys to make your choice and press Enter to select it.

Change reminds you what part of

the program you’re changing.

Reset exits Club Custom mode and

displays the Precor banner.

Enter saves the information being

displayed and moves to the next aspect of the program.

Note: The functions of the displa y console k eys while in Club Custom mode are described in the box above.

DETERMINING THE UNITS OF MEASURE

Two different units of measure can be selected, your selection using the ▼▲ keys. Press Enter once the correct unit is displayed.

Note: Anytime you wish to exit the Club Custom mode, press the Reset key. The display attributes that you selected by pressing Enter are saved and recorded in memory.

Metric

U.S. standard

. Make

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DETERMINING THE CLUB SPEED LIMIT

Y ou can set the maximum speed f or the treadmill. This limits how f ast the running belt moves and, consequently , how many adjustments a user can mak e to the treadmill’s speed. The speed is displa y ed in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (kph) depending upon the units of measure (Metric or U.S. standard) that are selected.

The ▼▲ keys let you choose a speed between: 0.5 to 12.0 mph

1.0 to 20.0 kph

Important: If you select a number that limits the miles per hour, y our change

not affect

the speed entered in miles per hour (U.S. standard) to k ilometers per hour (Metric). It stores separate numbers for the different units of measure.

CAUTION: If you change the Unit of Measure display, be sure to check the “Set Max Speed” setting to verify that it is correct.

the kilometers per hour (and vice versa). The treadmill does not con vert

will

SETTING A WORKOUT TIME LIMIT

You can limit how long a user works out by setting a duration between 1 and 240 minutes. The treadmill also lets you choose “no limit” which allows the user to select a course and work out indefinitely.

Note: The Quick Start program is automatically limited to 30 minutes. However, if a user presses Quick Start at the Precor banner, and the Club program has limited Workout Time to less than 30 minutes, than that duration takes effect.

Use the ▼▲ keys to select a workout time limit. For example, if you set the workout time limit to 20 minutes, the treadmill allows users to specify a workout between 1 and 20 minutes. Users cannot specify a time longer than 20 minutes.

Note: Take into account the user will get an additional 5-minute cool down period appended to his or her workout, so adjust the maximum time limit accordingly.

SETTING A PAUSE TIME LIMIT

Setting a Pause time limit is useful because the treadmill returns to the Precor banner at a selected interval after the Stop key is pressed whether the user planned to return or not.

Use the ▼▲ keys to set a P ause time limit between 1 and 120 seconds (2 minutes).

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CHANGING THE C956 CUSTOM COURSES

Note: This aspect of the Club Custom mode does not appear in the C954 treadmill.

T wo custom course progr ams (Course 1 and Course 2) exist in the C956 treadmill. After you modify Course 1 (or opt to bypass it), Course 2 appears on the displa y . The keys on the console keypad have a different function than explained in the box on page 21. In the Custom Course programs, the keys function as follows:

Custom Course Program Keys

Speed ▼ or ▲ moves the blinking LED from column to column. Incline ▲ or ▼ affects the incline of the selected column. Enter accepts any changes and stores the course in memory. Stop or Reset exits the course (leaving it unchanged) and resets the

display to the Precor banner.

If you decide to select a custom course, you have the ability to create a new, or “draw over” an existing, course profile. The entire course appears on the display. A blinking LED appears at the top of the far left column and indicates the starting position. Any incline changes that you make occur only in that column. The treadmill’s speed is determined by the user.

Begin modifying the course profile one cell at a time using any Incline ▲ or ▼ key. The available incline range is from 1 to 12%. To move onto the next column, press any Speed ▼ or ▲ key. (Refer to the chart above.)

When you have finished making changes, press Enter to save the course profile. The display moves to the next Custom Course (#2) or returns to the Precor banner (depending on which Custom Course you were modifying).

Note: To exit the custom course mode without saving any of the changes, press Stop or Reset. The custom course that existed prior to your changes is re-

instated and the display returns to the Precor banner.

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VIEWING THE ODOMETER, HOURS OF USE, SOFTWARE VERSION AND ERROR LOG

Start at the Precor banner and press the Stop key. Then, within 1/2 second, initiate the following key sequence.

Speed ▲, Speed ▼ The field name Odometer appears briefly and then the odometer value (the

cumulative distance users have travelled) appears in miles or kilometers. Press Enter and the number of hours (Hour Meter) that the unit has been in

use appears. The treadmill notes the passing of each 10th of an hour, but the numeric value that appears is truncated to the nearest full hour.

Press Enter again and the unit’s three digit Software Version (upper and lower) appears on the display.

Press Enter once again and the Error Log appears. Press any ▼ or ▲ key to view the error messages. T o return to the Precor banner, press Enter, Stop, or Reset.

Note: T o 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 retr ieve the error log once you have deleted it.

USING CSAFE ST ANDARD EQUIPMENT

The C956 and C954 are fully compatible with CSAFE protocols. If the unit is connected to a CSAFE master device, the user will be prompted to enter a user ID. Five zeros appear on the display. The left zero blinks to indicate that it is awaiting input. The following table provides information about the keypad functions:

User ID Entry: Program Keys

Speed ▼ or ▲ moves the blinking LED from field to field. Incline ▲ or ▼ changes the number value in the selected field.

Number keypad use the number keys to enter a user ID. The number that is

pressed appears in the display and the next field begins to blink. When all 5 user ID numbers are selected, the user must press Enter to submit it.

Enter submits the displayed user ID. Note that if the 5 zeros are

being displayed when the user presses Enter, user ID. entry is bypassed and the Course prompt appears.

Reset resets the display to the Precor banner .

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A message indicates when the user ID is accepted by the CSAFE master device. Then, the Course prompt is displayed. See

Out

on page 34.

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The C956/C954 Display

The C956 or C954 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. Bef ore the treadmill is used, how ever, we recommend 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 display console

• an explanation about the available courses

• instructions for utilizing the heart rate options

FEATURES ON THE DISPLAY CONSOLE

Indicator lights show you which f eature is being display ed. When you are working out, the display presents Time, Distance, Speed, and Calories. You change what features appear on the display by pressing the Change keys.

Diagram 14

Smart Rate® bar graph

Banner and course profile display (LED matrix)

During course selection, the course # appears here.

Numeric keys can be used to answer prompts and select incline and speed levels in a course.

C956 Display Console

C956

SmartRate

Above

Heart Rate

Zone

CAUTION

Keep hands and clothing away from bed, belt, and rear roller when treadmill is in operation. Do not allow children and people unfamiliar with treadmill operation on or near the treadmill. Never stand on the belt when starting the treadmill. Stand on the side platforms. Never attempt to turn around on the moving belt. Read owner's manual before operating.

Before beginning any fitness program, you should have a complete physical examination by your physician. If you feel faint or dizzy, stop exercising immediately.

SPEED METS OFF

CALORIES CAL PER MIN OFF

Cardiovascular

Weight Loss

Zone

Below

Zone

TIME SEGMENT TIME PACE

CHANGE CHANGE CHANGE CHANGE

DISTANCE INCLINE OFF

QUICK START

As you exercise, the display console provides motivation by presenting constant feedback about your progress. An brief explanation of each feature on the display console appears in Diagram 14. Look on the next page for a more thorough explanation.

If a heart rate is detected, it is displayed in this window.

Workout statistics display (alphanumeric)

Change keys let you choose what information to display.

Smart T ouchTM keys (used to input or select data and control the workout session)

Note: If an error message appears, call a Precor qualified service technician or service center. For the service center nearest you call, 1-888-665-4404.

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TOP DISPLA Y WINDOWS

Smart Rate®: You must enter your “Age” (during the course Setup prompts), and wear a POLAR® chest strap, while in a course program, before the blinking segment in the bar graph can show the zone that your heart rate is in, either: W eight Loss or Cardiovascular .

Weight Loss Zone: Maintaining your heart rate between 55% and 70% of your maximum aerobic heart rate, helps burn enough calories that, when continued on a regular basis for 30 minutes or more, provides the greatest fat-burning results.

Cardiovascular Zone: Maintaining y our heart rate between 70% and 85% of your maximum aerobic heart rate, helps you (when continued on a regular basis for 30 minutes or more) improve your overall cardiovascular/cardiorespiratory fitness level.

Important: During a course, your heart rate must be above 40 beats per minute before the segment begins to blink. If your club has the heart rate touch-sensitive electrodes on the handrail, you don’t need to wear a POLAR® chest strap. However, you will need to grasp the electrode strips. Note that pressing Quick Start disables the Smart Rate® display feature .

HEART RATE: The heart rate display lets you monitor your heart rate. When a heart beat is detected, the number appears in the small upper right display (refer to Diagram 14) and blinks in time with y our pulse . If you did not purchase the Precor Heart Rate Touch option or are not wearing a POLAR® chest strap, your heart rate will not be detected and no pulse rate appears.

CENTER DISPLAY WINDOW (C956 only)

The Precor banner and course profiles appear in the large center display (LED matrix). Always start a workout at the Precor banner. During workouts, the course profile appears in the center display and corresponds to the program you selected. As you proceed through your workout, your position is indicated by a blinking cell.

ELONGATED CENTER DISPLAY (C956 and C954)

Prompts appear in this display prior to your workout. You address each prompt using the numeric or keypad keys. Once you begin a workout, lights appear in the columns below the window indicating which information is being displayed. You can highlight a particular feature by pressing the appropriate Change key.

The following describes the information that can appear in the display.

TIME: During your workout, a time (0:00) display appears when you begin working out. Time appears in minutes and seconds. However, should you exceed 60 minutes (during a single workout), the Time display conver ts to hours and minutes. Usually, the Time display shows how long you’ve been working out. However, in warm-up and cool-down periods, the Time display indicates the min utes remaining. This also occurs in a course that has a specified duration.

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DIST ANCE: The distance that you ha ve trav elled appears (00.00) once you begin a workout. Distance appears in 100th mile increments. Distance can appear in miles or kilometers. If you wish to change the display, follow the instructions found in

Club Information

on page 20.

SPEED: Displays the running belt’s speed. The ▼ and ▲ k eys let you decrease or increase the treadmill’s speed. The maximum speed can be set by the club (see

Club Information

on page 20). The running belt speed ranges from 0.5 to 12 mph (0.8 to 20 kph). You can also use the numeric ke ys to designate the speed, once the running belt is moving. Refer to Numeric Keys and Speed ▼▲ on page 29.

Note: You can check the speed (when it is not the chosen displa y) any time during your workout by lightly pressing either Speed ▼ or ▲ key (for less than 2 seconds). Pressing the Speed ▼ or ▲ key for more than 2 seconds causes the treadmill’s speed to change.

CALORIES: Provides the cumulative number of calories being burned by the user.

SEGMENT TIME: Indicates the amount of time, in minutes and seconds

(mm:ss), that remain in the highlighted column (or segment) before the cell at the top of the next column begins blinking.

INCLINE: Displa ys the percent of incline during your workout. The Incline ▲ and ▼ keys aff ect the treadmill’ s lift and let y ou set an incline between 0% and 12%.

The values displayed can change (in 1/2% increments).You can also use the numeric keys to designate the incline, once the course has begun. Refer to Nu-

meric Keys and Incline ▲▼ on page 29. Note: You can check the incline (when it is not the chosen display) any time

during your workout by lightly pressing either Incline ▲ or ▼ key for less than 2 seconds. Pressing the Incline ▲ or ▼ key for more than 2 seconds causes the treadmill’s incline to change.

METS: Displays the metabolic units associated with your workout.

CALORIES PER MINUTE : Indicates the approximate number of calories being

burned per minute. PACE: Displays your target speed in minutes and seconds per mile (or kilometer).

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KEYS ON THE DISPLA Y CONSOLE

The Precor Smart TouchTM treadmills have an easy-to-use keypad that is activated by the slightest touch. Remind users that they only need to apply gentle pressure to these ultra-sensitive keys.

Each key on the display console’s keypad provides specific functions. Numeric keys (numbered 1 - 0) let you enter data in ans w er to the display prompts and change the speed during a workout. The standard keys, Change, Reset, Incline ▲▼, Speed Control ▼▲, and Enter, let you enter data as well as control your workout.

The following information explains the different uses of the keys from left to right. To locate each key, look at the display console or refer to Diagram 15.

Diagram 15

Display console keypad.

Quick Start: Bypasses the remaining Setup prompts and starts moving the running belt. Smart Rate® is inactive and default values apply .

Note: The CHANGE key is not shown in this diagram. Refer to Diagram 14 for its location.

KEYPAD TIPS

• Accurate entries are required or features such as Smart Rate® will not work properly.

• Answer the Setup prompts using the numeric keys or by pressing the ▼ or ▲ keys.

• Press Enter to select the information being displayed.

Numeric keys: Indicate course #, time limit, or goal entries. During a workout, use these keys to select a target Speed or Incline.

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• Quick Start bypasses further selections and causes the running belt to start moving. Default values apply (see QUICK START on page 30). The Smart Rate® display does not appear.

• A time-out occurs during the Setup prompts if the treadmill detects no key presses for 2 seconds. The display returns to the Precor banner.

• Press Reset to return to the Precor banner.

• The Stop key does not appear in Diagram 15, but its function is vital as explained in this section.

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Numeric Keys (1 - 0): During a workout, you can use the numeric keys to change the treadmill’s speed or incline (in whole numbers or increments). The range of speed (0.5 - 12 mph, 1 - 20 kph) can be set by the club, so there may be limits. Check with the club manager . Remember , if you use the numeric ke ys to change the speed or incline, you need to designate which function you are changing by pressing the Speed ▼ or ▲ key (or the Incline ▲ or ▼ key) within 3 seconds.

Note: When you use the numeric keys to change the incline, the actual incline appears on the display as the lift moves toward the target position. If you wish to halt the lift’s mo v ement, press either the Incline ▲ or ▼ k ey. The lift stops moving and the display shows the current incline level. A similar situation occurs when you use the numeric keys to change the speed, only it’ s the running belt that is being affected.

During the Setup prompts, you can also use the numeric keys to type in a course number, work out time, “goal” entry, and age. Note that you must press Enter to process your selection.

CHANGE: During a workout, the Change key lets you choose which feature appears on the display.

RESET: While you are answering the Setup prompts or when the running belt is stopped, you can cancel the program, clear the display, and return to the banner by pressing Reset.

INCLINE

▲▼▲▼

▲▼: During a workout, the Incline ▲▼ keys let you increase or de-

▲▼▲▼

crease the running bed’s incline. The incline changes can range from 0% to 12% in

0.5% increments. The incline in some courses (Custom, Random and Interval) is preset, but can be overridden by the user. In the Heart Rate and Weight Loss courses, the incline may change automatically to maintain a designated target heart rate.

When you press the Incline ▲▼ keys, the number that appears on the display shows the target incline (not the actual incline) because the display can change much faster than the motor driven lift.

Another feature of the Incline ▲▼ keys lets you review the treadmill’s incline any time during your workout. If INCLINE is not one of the chosen features being displayed, you can view the actual incline by lightly touching either Incline ▲ or ▼ key. You can opt to change the incline, if you hold the key down for more than 2 seconds.

Note: The numer ic keys can also be used to adjust the incline. Please refer to

Numeric keys

above.

STOP: When the Stop key is pressed, the running belt slows to a gradual stop . The treadmill remains in Pause mode. If the lift was moving when the Stop key was pressed, the lift stops also and remains at its current incline level.

To resume a workout, the Speed ▲ must be pressed. If no key press is detected and the Pause time limit elapses, the display returns to the Precor banner. A default time limit of 2 minutes exists or a “Pause time limit” can be set by the club, refer to

Club Information

on page 20.

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Important: As a safety feature, a sharp tug on the security cord that is attached to the Stop key will cause the running belt to stop. It is a requirement that a user attach the security clip on his or her clothing while working out. Please refer to

Using the Security Clip

on page 32.

SPEED CONTROL

▼▲▼▲

▼▲: The Speed ▲ key initiates the movement of the run-

▼▲▼▲

ning belt at the beginning of a course and lets you designate the target speed. During a workout, the Speed ▼▲ keys let you increase or decrease the running belt’s speed. Speed changes can range from 0.5 to 12 mph (1 to 20 kph) in

0.1 increments. The speed in the Interval course can be programmed by the user. The speed of the running belt can also be modified and limited by the club. Check with the club manager or refer to

Club Information

on page 20.

Note: When you press the Speed ▼▲ key, the number that appears on the display shows the target speed and may differ slightly from the actual speed because the display can change much faster than the running belt. Eventually, the two meet at the target speed.

Another feature of the Speed ▼▲ keys lets you review the treadmill’s speed and pace any time during your workout. If SPEED and/or PACE is not one of the chosen features being displayed, you can view the speed of the running belt and your pace by lightly touching the Speed ▼ or ▲ key. A 2-second display lets you review your speed and pace. You can opt to change the speed, if you hold the key down for a few more seconds.

Note: The numeric keys can also be used to adjust the speed. Please refer to

Numeric keys

above.

QUICK START: Quick Start lets you bypass the Setup prompts and start your workout immediately using the Manual course.

Default values apply.

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QUICK START Default Values

Prompts Default V alue

Course Manual Time 30 minutes: Or, the Club limit whichever is less. Weight

Loss course is fixed at 28 minutes. Distance Goal 3 miles (5 kilometers) Calorie Goal 300 Weight 150 lbs. (68 kg.) Age 0 : An Age entry must occur to utilize the Smart Rate

display. If Quick Start is pressed

after

Age

is entered,

then the Smart Rate® display will appear when you hold

onto the heart rate “touch” sensors on the handrail or wear

the POLAR® chest strap. If no

Age

entry occurs, the Smart

Rate® display lights up, but no blinking sensor appears.

Note: The heart rate “touch” sensors on the handrail are an option available

through your Precor dealer.

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The Quick Start key can be pressed any time during the Setup prompts. Default values apply after that point. See the table below:

Press Quick Start at the,... The following occurs:

Precor banner You bypass the Setup prompts. A message

appears,

Belt Starting 3, 2, 1,...

and your

work out begins in Manual mode. Course prompt The displayed course is accessed. Workout Time prompt The time that appears on the display be-

comes the workout time limit. Distance Goal prompt The displayed number is set as a distance

(C956 only)

goal. This prompt only appears when the

Distance Goal course is selected. Allow-

able distance entries: 0.1 to 50.0 in miles

(or kilometers). Calorie Goal prompt The displayed number is entered as the

(C956 only)

calories goal. This prompt only appears

when the Calorie Goal course is selected.

Enter between 1 to 5000 calories.

W eight prompt The weight that appears on the display be-

comes your designated weight that the

treadmill uses to compute statistics. Accept-

able entries: between 0 and 999.

Age prompt The age that appears on the display

becomes the your designated age that the

treadmill uses to compute statistics. A

correct age entry between 0 and 99 is very

important if you plan to utilize the heart

rate characteristics of the treadmill. The

Quick Start key acts the same as the

Enter key at this point because you have

answered all the Setup prompts.

ENTER: Workout specific prompts need to be answered and “entered” into memory. Pressing Enter selects the information displayed and processes it.

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Exercising on the Treadmill

Once the C956 or C954 is set up, it is ready to use. There are no complex instructions to follow or mandatory programming steps required to operate the treadmill. The easy-to-understand prompts let you select a course and specify how long you want to work out. Begin working out and then, adapt the speed and incline level to meet your fitness goals.

CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness pr ogram, have y our physician give you a complete physical examination.

USING THE SECURITY CLIP

A security clip is attached by its cord to the red Stop button that straddles the handrail.

out.

stop. If the security switch trips while you are working out, the treadmill retains your workout statistics and enters Pause mode. To resume your workout, re attach the security clip to your clothing, and press the Speed ▲ key until you reach the desired speed.

Always attach the security clip to your clothing before each work-

A tug on the cord trips the security switch and slows the running belt to a

Important: Club owners, managers, personal trainers. Remind users how important it is to use the security clip while working out on the treadmill. Instruct them on how to attach it to their clothing near their waistline. If any complications occur, a strong tug on the security cord will stop the running belt.

Note: A velcro patch is located on the right side of the console by the handrail. Use it to store the clip while the treadmill is not being used.

PAUSE, COOL DOWN, SUMMARY AND EXIT FEATURES

Pausing, cooling down, and exiting are integral parts of your workout and can be accessed any time during a course. The treadmill goes through several prerequisites before actually exiting a course. The following tables explain the different conditions or situations that apply.

In a course, you press This is what happens...,

Stop Enter Pause mode. The running belt slows to a gradual stop.

Note that you may also press the Speed ▼ key until zero appears on the display. Once the running belt stops, TIME stops accruing. The display features remain, so you can review your workout statistics. The factory setting for Pause mode is 2 minutes (120 seconds). The club has the option to change the setting. A duration can be set between 1 and 120 minutes and limits how long a user can pause his or her workout. Refer to

Club Information

on page 20.

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In Pause mode, you press This is what happens...,

Speed ▲ Exits Pause mode and starts the running belt moving again

so that you can resume where you left off.

Reset Displays the Workout Summary banner. You can scan

through your workout statistics (TIME, DISTANCE, CALORIES) by pressing the Change key. Note that the TIME display shows the accumulated workout time including warmup and cool down periods. To exit the summary state, press Reset again or wait until the time limit (2 minutes) elapses. The display returns to the Precor banner.

Note: The factory setting for Pause mode is 2 minutes (120 seconds). The club has the option to change the setting. A duration can be set between 1 and 120 seconds and limits how long a user can pause his or her workout. Refer to

Club Information

on page 20.

In Cool down, you press This is what happens...,

Stop Enters Cool down - Pause mode. The running belt slows to

a gradual stop. TIME stops counting. The display features remain, so you can review your workout statistics. Note that the Pause mode has a time limit and the club has the option to change the setting. If you enter Pause mode during your cool down, it is of limited duration.

Speed ▲ Star ts the running belt moving again and returns to the

cool down mode, so that you can resume where you left off. TIME continues to count down.

Reset Displays the Workout Summary banner. See the informa-

tion under Pause mode.

At the Workout Summary banner, you press This is what happens,...

Reset Returns to the Precor banner. When you complete the cool

down period (or exit from a paused mode by pressing Reset), the Workout Summary banner appears. Workout statistics except TIME, DISTANCE and CALORIES reset to zero. (Note that the TIME display shows the accumulated workout time including warm-up and cool down periods.) You are given 2 minutes to review your workout statistics before the display automatically resets to the Precor banner. You can also press Reset, to return to the Precor banner.

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QUICK STEPS TO WORKING OUT

The steps to working out on the C956/C954 are listed below . A short explanation appears on the left with the more thorough description following on the right.

CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness pr ogram, obtain a complete ph ysical examination from your physician.

WORKOUT TIPS

• Always attach the security clip to your clothing prior to working out.

• Check that the unit is turned ON. The I/O switch is located at the front.

• Answer Setup prompts using the numeric keys or by pressing the ▼ or ▲ keys.

• Press Enter to select the information being displayed.

• Quick Start bypasses further selections and starts the running belt. Default values apply (see QUICK START on page 30). Smart Rate® is not active.

• A time-out occurs during the Setup prompts if the treadmill detects no key presses for 2 seconds. The display returns to the Precor banner.

Put on the chest strap.

(Available with the Precor Heart Rate Option.)

Straddle belt.

Attach security clip to clothing.

CAUTION: Hold onto the handrails if you press the Quick Start key . The running belt starts automatically.

Select a course.

Begin working out.

Enter the course selection, answer prompts, and enter your Weight and Age.

1. For your Heart Rate to appear on the display, you need to wear a POLAR® chest strap or hold onto the touchsensitive electrode strips on the handrail.

2. Straddle the running belt with your feet firmly planted on the right and left staging platforms. (Stand close enough to the display console so that you can extend your arms to easily touch the keys.)

3. Attach the security clip to your clothing near your waistline where it will not interfere with your workout.

4. On the C954, to begin your workout, press Quick Start. On the C956, to display the course selections, press any ▼ or ▲ key or use the n umber ke ys and then, press Enter.

C954 — Manual course only. For default values, see QUICK ST ART on page 30.

C956 — The 21 courses that are available appear on the label attached to the display console. Brief course descriptions are provided beginning on page 36.

5. The next displays are dependent on the type of course that you select. Then, you are prompted to enter your WEIGHT and AGE. Follow the instructions on the display. You may be prompted to answer more questions or press the Speed ▲ key to begin your workout. Hold onto the handrail with one hand while you press Speed ▲ with the other hand. Step onto the running belt while the speed is at 1 mph (2 kph). Once you are comfortable with the walking or running speed, you can remove your hands from the handrail.

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Note: Any time during the Setup prompts, you can press the Quick Start key. Refer to QUICK ST ART on page 30.

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Continue your workout.

End your workout.

(Review Workout Summary)

Remove the security clip

and step off the treadmill.

(Pause)

(Cool down)

To pause during your workout session before finishing the selected course, press the Stop key . See

Summary and Exit Features

for more information.

Pause , Cool Down,

6. When you have completed a course, a 5-minute cool down period automatically begins. Hold onto the handrail. You can exit a course prematurely or access the cool down period prior to the end of a course using the keys on the keypad. Refer to

Features

on page 32.

Pause, Cool Down, Summary and Exit

Note: Always incorporate a cool-down period into your workout. See

Cooling Down After Your W orkout

7. After you complete the 5-minute cool down period, the running belt comes to a complete stop and a Workout Summary banner appears. W o rk out statistics except TIME, DISTANCE and CALORIES reset to zero. (Note that the TIME display shows the accumulated workout time including warm-up and cool down periods.) You are given 2 minutes to review your workout statistics before the display automatically resets to the Precor banner. You can also press Reset, to return to the Precor banner.

8. Detach the security clip from your clothing and carefully step down from the treadmill.

COOLING DOWN AFTER A WORKOUT

Cooling down is an important aspect of your workout because it helps reduce muscle stiffness and soreness by transporting excess lactic acid out of the working muscles. Cooling down for at least 3 minutes helps provide a smooth transition that allows your heart rate to return to its normal (nonexercising) state. The treadmill automatically initiates a 5-minute cool down period once you complete a course. A prompt appears, indicating that you are in cool down.

During your cool down, the workout statistics continue to appear. The TIME display counts down so you know how much time remains. When you complete the 5-minute cool down, a W orkout Summary banner appears. See the information on page 32.

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Courses

The C954 provides one Manual course while the C956 lets you choose between 21 variable courses. This section provides information about the special features and functions of the treadmill’s courses and how to best utilize the:

• Smart Rate® feature • Manual course (C954/C956)

• Track course • Cross Country courses

• Aerobic courses • Gluteal courses

• Interval courses • Custom courses

• Random course • Hear t Rate course

• Weight Loss course • Goal-based courses

Note: To choose a course, begin at the Precor banner and press Enter. User- friendly prompts guide you through the course selections. Refer to

Working Out

on page 34.

THE HEART RATE FEATURE

To use the heart rate features you must wear the POLAR® chest strap while working out. The chest strap transmits your heart rate signal to the receiver installed in the display console. The signal appears as your pulse rate on the display. During your workout, the heart rate indicator lights and blinks at the same rate as your pulse. This lets you see what your heart rate is doing even when the display is presenting other workout statistics.

Quick Steps to

Note: The Smart Rate® display does not appear if you use the Quic k Start key to access a course. Refer to Q UICK START on page 30.

UTILIZING THE SMART RATE

Add the benefit of Smart Rate® to every course on the treadmill. Using Smart Rate as a visual cue helps you adjust your e xercise routine to suit specific needs. Smart Rate® simplifies the correlation between heart rate and exercise. You don’t hav e to stop concentrating on your workout to find your pulse. It is displayed right in front of you along with the Smart Rate® zone. Once you begin a workout, a blinking segment in the bar graph appears on the left of the display, if you entered your age during the Setup prompts. The blinking segment indicates the zone that y our heart rate is in: W eight Loss or Cardiovascular.

Important: Access to Smart Rate® is only available when the person e x ercising wears a POLAR® chest strap or uses the touch-sensitive electrode strip on the handrail. (The POLAR® chest strap and the “touch” capability are separate purchase options.) The Smart Rate® indicator lights do not appear when Quick Start is used to select a course.

FEATURE

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Diagram 16

Training Zones

HEART RATE TRAINING ZONE

200

200 190

195

190

185

180

175

170

136

111

165

132

107

160

128

104

155

124

101

150

120

145

116

MAX. HEART RATE

80% OF MAX. HEART RATE

65% OF MAX. HEART RATE

170

160

150 140

YOUR HEART RATE

130

120

100

160

156

152

148

144

140

RECOMMENDED TRAINING ZONE

130

127

124

120

117

114

80 70

25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75

YOUR AGE

For the ideal “weight loss” range, y our heart rate should be between 55% and 70% of your maximum aerobic heart rate. It should ne ver e xceed 80% of your maximum aerobic heart rate or go above your training zone. Refer to Diagram 16 for your appropriate training zone.

When you maintain your heart rate between 70% and 85% of your maximum aerobic heart rate, you are improving your ov erall cardio v ascular/cardiorespiratory fitness level. Maintaining your heart rate in either zone (weight loss or cardio vascular) for 30 minutes or more on a regular basis (minimum 3 times a week) provides the greatest benefits.

MANUAL MODE AND THE QUICK START KEY

Manual mode (C956 and C954) lets you control the incline and running belt speed which affects the effort you put into your workout. As with other courses, when you complete the time limit set for the course, the automatic cool-down period begins.

You can choose Manual mode in two different ways:

• pressing the Quick Start key at the Precor banner. Quick Start bypasses the remaining selections and starts the Manual course. Default values include a time limit of 30 minutes (or the Club setting, whichever is smaller), 150 lbs. (68 kg.) and an age of 0. The Smart Rate® display is inactive .

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• pressing Enter at the Precor banner . This causes the C954 or C956 to dis- play several Setup prompts. At the course prompt, you select #1 — Manual course.

The Manual course profile appears as a flat line. Use the ▼▲ keys or the numeric keys to adjust the incline or speed. (See pages 29 and 30 for more information on the different key’s function.) As you proceed with your workout, a blinking cell represents your position on the course.

THE TRACK COURSE

The C956 Track course presents an oval as the course profile. The “lap” count appears on the inside of the oval and a blinking segment indicates your position on the track. One loop around the track represents 440 yards (0.25 miles) or 400 meters.

Y ou can contin ue (counterclockwise) around the track f or the duration of the course (which can be limited by the club). The lap count that appears represents the number of laps completed, plus the one that your on.

PREPROGRAMMED COURSES

In the C956 preprogrammed courses, the incline is predetermined. You can make changes to the running belt speed (numeric keys or Speed ▼▲ keys) throughout the course and even the preset incline can be overridden using the Incline ▲▼ keys.

INTERVAL COURSE

The 3 interval courses on the C956 let you select the rest and work intervals according to your training regimen. In the 1-3 interval course, each rest interval is followed by 3 work intervals. In the 1-2 interval course, each rest interval is followed by 2 work intervals. In the 1-1 interval course, each rest interval is followed b y 1 w ork interval. You set the incline and speed for first rest and work interval and the software repeats the intervals throughout the course. At any point during the workout, you can change the settings of the current interval by simply pressing the ▼▲ or number keys. The software remembers the new settings and applies it to the appropriate rest or work interval.

Important: If you entered your Age during the Setup prompts and wear the POLAR® chest strap or utilize the “touch” heart rate, you can adjust the rest or work intervals to keep your heart rate in its recommended zone. For the weight loss mode, try to maintain your heart rate at the lower end (55% of maximum heart rate) while in the “rest” intervals and keep it at 70% of maximum heart rate while in the “work” intervals. See Diagram 16 on page 37.

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T o use the interval course, take the following steps:

1. Follow the instructions on page 30,

2. At the course prompt, use the ▼▲ key or numeric keys to select course 12, 13 or 14 (depending on the interval length).

4. Press Enter to proceed to the next prompt. When you finish answering the Setup prompts, the Interval course begins.

To set the incline and speed levels for each interval, take the following steps:

1. To program the rest inter val, press the Incline and Speed ▼▲ keys to change the corresponding levels. When the desired settings are displayed, simply continue working out—you do not need to press Enter.

The C956 returns to the “rest” settings at the beginning of each rest interval until you readjust it or end your workout.

2. The same procedure applies to specify the settings for the work interval.

The value that appears in the SEGMENT TIME field indicates the time remaining in the current interval. Each time the C956 changes intervals, it infor ms you by displaying a message. When you complete the time limit set for the course, the automatic cool-down period begins.

CUSTOM COURSES

Two custom courses exist on the C956. The incline on these courses can be preset by the club. Refer to

Quick Steps to W orking Out

Club Information

on page 20.

RANDOM COURSE

The C956 Random course is similar to the preprogrammed courses in that it’s incline is preset. However, the differences include, a “0%” incline for the first segment (column) and a maximum incline of 9%. The maximum range that the incline can be changed is fixed at + or - 4%. Every time a user chooses this course, the course profile changes.

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HEART RATE COURSE

Once you set your target heart rate and the running belt’s speed, the C956 Heart Rate Course monitors your heart rate and automatically maintains it within a few beats per minute (bpm) of the selected target. Blinking lights on the Smart Rate® bar graph appear to show the “zone” that you are in.

Note: For the C956 to detect a heart rate, the user must wear the POLAR chest strap or hold onto the touch-sensitive electrode strips on the handrail. The POLAR® chest strap and touch-sensitive handrails are optional equipment that can be purchased from your dealer.

To use the Heart Rate Course follow the steps found in

Out

(page 30) and choose the appropriate program number at the Course

prompt. (Age

must

be entered during the Setup prompts.) Once you have

Quick Steps to Working

finished answering the remaining Setup prompts, the following occurs:

• The software verifies that it detects a heart rate signal. You need to press the Speed ▲ key to begin your workout.

Note: If your heart rate cannot be detected (or transmitted through the POLAR® chest strap or touch-sensitive handrails), three dashes (- - -) appear in the Heart Rate display .

• The treadmill provides a 3-minute warm-up period before entering the Heart Rate Course. During this time, you may make changes to the target heart rate by using the Numeric keypad or Incline ▲▼ keys. Use the

Speed ▼▲ keys to set the running belt’s speed. Note: If your heart rate moves into the heart rate zone for y our age during the

3-minute warm-up period, the Heart Rate Course begins concurrently .

• After the warm-up period, the treadmill automatically adjusts the incline to keep your heart rate at the selected target. Check the Smart Rate® display to see if you are in your preferred zone (cardiovascular or weight loss).

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Note: You can change your heart rate or speed anytime during a workout, but doing so affects the treadmill’s ability to maintain your target heart rate. It takes time for the treadmill to readjust the incline so that your heart rate remains on target.

Important: A warning message will appear if you go above your maximum recommended heart rate target zone. Heed the warning and get permission from your personal physician before working out above the maximum recommended zone for your age and fitness level. See Diagram 16 on page 37 for the recommended training zones.

• When you reach the time limit, a cool-down period begins. You can override the speed and incline by pressing the ▼ or ▲ keys.

Note: The speed remains constant, if y ou w ere at or below 1 mph (1.6 kph).

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THE WEIGHT LOSS COURSE

The Precor W eight Loss course incorporates the latest findings on fat-burning and weight loss through exercise. It is based on research at the world-renowned Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research and it is designed to help you burn the most fat during a 28-minute workout, while minimizing the risk of discomfort and injury. The Weight Loss program is similar to the Heart Rate Course, but the target heart rates differ . The rest interval’ s target heart rate is preset to 55% of (220 - your age), while the work interval is preset to 70% of (220 - your age). The C956 automatically adjusts the incline of the treadmill and maintains your heart rate settings while in the rest or work intervals.

To use the Weight Loss program, follow the steps found in

Working Out

on page 30. When the Course prompt appears, choose the ap-

propriate course number. Refer to the course label to the side of the display.

Important: During your workout, you can change the incline, but doing so will cause the effectiveness of the Weight Loss program to vary.

Note: When you complete the time limit set for the course, the automatic cooldown period begins.

GOAL-BASED COURSES

These C956 courses are similar to the time-based Manual course except that the user’s position and course duration are based on a “distance” or “calorie” goal.

Note: A club time limit may exist for these courses. Refer to on page 20.

When you complete the time limit set for the course, the automatic cool-down period begins.

Quick Steps to

Club Information

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Maintenance

The C956 or C954 requires little maintenance to keep it running smoothly and efficiently . Howe ver , you are responsib le for typical maintenance tasks such as, cleaning the unit to keep it free from dust and dirt accumulation. If you fail to maintain the treadmill as described below , it could affect or void the Precor limited w arranty .

CLEANING THE EQUIPMENT

DANGER — TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, AL W AYS UNPLUG THE UNIT FROM ITS POWER

BEFORE CLEANING IT OR PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE TASKS.

SOURCE

Most of the working mechanisms are protected inside the treadmill’s hood and solid base. However, for efficient operation, the treadmill relies on low friction. To keep the friction low, the treadmill must be as clean as possible.

Everyday use a damp, soft cloth to clean the staging platform, running bed and between the belt and running bed surface as far as you can easily reach. This removes any dust or dirt which might affect the smooth operation of the unit.

CAUTION: Never pour water or spray liquids on the displa y console, handrails, or treadmill. Allow the treadmill to dry completely before using.

Periodically, clean the treadmill’s frame, display console, handrails and running belt with a dampened (not dripping wet), mild soap and water. To clean the groves on the belt, use a soft nylon scrub brush. Vacuum the floor underneath the unit every week to prevent the accumulation of dust and dirt.

The Precor Heart Rate equipment requires little maintenance beyond keeping it dust free. Dampen a sponge or soft cloth in mild soap and water to wipe the touch-sensitive elements on the handrail or to clean the POLAR® chest strap. Dry the surface thoroughly with a clean towel.

ALIGNING THE RUNNING BELT

The correct alignment of the running belt is critical to the smooth operation of the treadmill. The belt is proper ly aligned at the factory. However, during shipping and handling or by use on an uneven surface, the belt may move off center and require a few simple adjustments.

Before aligning the running belt, check its operation b y following the procedure in

Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt

that the belt needs alignment, follow the instructions here.

CAUTION: Special care must be taken when aligning the running belt. Turn OFF the treadmill while adjusting or working near the rear roller. Remove any loose clothing and tie bac k your hair. Be very careful to keep your finger or any other object clear of the belt and rollers, especially in front of the roller and behind the deck. The treadmill will not stop immediately if an object becomes caught in the belt or rollers.

clean

cloth using a solution of

on page 19. If you determine

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Realigning the belt takes a few simple adjustments. If you are unsure about this procedure, call Precor Customer Support (see

Obtaining Service

on page 2.)

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Take the following steps to align the running belt on the treadmill. To ensure your safety, make all adjustments while the treadmill is OFF.

1. Make sure the treadmill is OFF and the running belt has completely stopped.

2. Locate the left belt adjustment bolt in the rear end cap of the treadmill. (T o determine left and right, stand at the rear of the treadmill and face the display.) The direction you turn the bolt depends on how the belt is tracking. Make all belt adjustments on the key provided.

• If the belt is off center to the LEFT, turn the adjusting bolt 1/4 turn

clockwise, which moves the running belt to the right.

left rear corner bolt

using the hex

• If the belt tracks off center to the RIGHT, turn the bolt 1/4 turn

clockwise

Important: Do not turn the adjusting bolt more than 1/4 turn at a time.

; this moves the belt to the left.

Overtightening the bolt can damage the treadmill

3. Tur n ON the treadmill, press Quick Start, and then increase the running belt speed to 3 mph (5 kph) by pressing Speed ▲.

CAUTION: Stand to the side of the treadmill. The running belt begins moving automatically after you press QUICK START.

4. Observe the running belt for a couple of minutes. The belt should be centered on the running bed. A few inches from either side of the side rail platform.

CAUTION: If you hear any chafing or the running belt appears to be getting damaged, stop the running belt immediately by pressing the red Stop key. Contact Precor Customer Support.

5. If the belt needs additional alignment, repeat steps 1 through 4 of this procedure until the belt is properly aligned.

6. Press Stop. To return to the Precor banner, press Reset.

STORING THE POLAR® CHEST STRAP

Store the chest strap transmitter in a place where dust and dirt cannot accumulate on it such as, a closet or drawer. Be sure to keep the chest strap protected from extremes in temperature. Do not store it in an area that may be exposed to temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

counter-

SERVICING THE TREADMILL

Do not attempt to service the treadmill yourself except for the maintenance tasks described in this manual. The unit does not contain any user-serviceable parts that require lubrication. For information about product operation or service, call 888-665-4404.

LONG TERM STORAGE

When the treadmill is not in use for any length of time, turn it OFF. Ensure that the power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet and is positioned so that it will not become damaged or interfere with other equipment or people.

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Commercial Equipment Limited Warranty

Thank you for purchasing a PRECOR product. In order that we may continue to serve you in the future, please take a few minutes to complete and return this warranty registration.

The undersigned hereby acknowledges receipt of the Precor Limited Warranty and affirms that the date of purchase was_____________ 19___; further, that the undersigned has read and understands the conditions and terms of the Precor Limited Warranty in its entirety. For

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Commercial Equipment Limited Warranty

Precor Incorporated warrants that all new Precor products are free of manufacturing defects in workmanship and materials. Parts repaired or replaced under the terms of this warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period only. This warranty becomes effective at the invoice date of the original purchase.

C-Series Products (excluding StretchTrainer, Strength Equipment — formerly Pacific Fitness and C942 Treadmill)

Labor is covered for a period of one year, parts are covered for a period of two years plus a five year frame weld warranty covering parts-only repair or replacement. Precor provides an additional one year parts-only limited warranty for the treadmill drive motor.

All Other Commercial Products including options (excluding StretchTrainer, Strength Equipment — formerly Pacific Fitness)

Labor (except options and parts) is covered for a period of one year, plus a five year frame weld warranty covering parts-only repair or replacement. Labor coverage for options is 90 days. Precor provides an additional one year partsonly limited warranty for the treadmill running bed, running belt, and drive motor: eddy current magnets and disk.

StretchTrainer

Labor is covered for a period of 90 days and parts are covered for a period of one year plus a five year frame weld warranty covering parts-only repair or replacement.

Strength Products (Formerly Pacific Fitness) manufactured after August 1, 1999

This is a parts-only warranty. Bearings, Guide rods, Cams, Pulleys will be warranted for three years. Belts, Cables, Hand grips, and Miscellaneous parts will be warranted for a period of one year . Frame and Frame Welds will be warranted for a period of five years. Upholstery: Foam molded pads and Naugahyde upholstery are warranted for 90 days. (S3.21 [Del Mar], Newport, and Ventura WILL NOT be warranted for commercial application.)

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Many options or accessories have components that are connected internally or mounted inside the electronic console. The following guidelines determine the warranty for these components. If the internal components are installed by the factory or by an authorized dealer as part of the original sale and delivery, they have a warranty that is identical to the warranty of the equipment in which they are connected or mounted. If the internal components are not installed by the factory or by an authorized dealer as part of the original sale and delivery, they have a 90 days parts and labor limited warranty. All components that are not internally connected have a 90 days parts only limited warranty. Satisfactory proof of purchase is required in all cases.

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2. Products warranted for commercial use: C-series products except C942.

3. Products warranted for light commercial use only (defined as use in non-fee paying clubs or facilities and less than 4 hours daily use. Unapproved use oids the warranty.

4. This warranty does not cover damage or equipment failure caused by electrical wiring not in compliance with electrical codes or Precor owner’s manual specifications, or failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance as outlined in the owner's manual.

5. Precor compensates Servicers for warranty trips within their normal service area to repair commercial equipment at the customer’s location. You may be charged a trip charge outside the service area.

6. Precor Limited Warranty service may be obtained by contacting the authorized dealer from whom you purchased the item.

This Limited Warranty shall not apply to:

1. Software (PROM) limitations or corrections.

2. Batteries or other consumables, or cosmetic items, grips, seats, labels, or wheels.

3. Repairs performed on Precor equipment missing a serial number or with a serial tag that has been altered or defaced.

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Product Specifications

Length: 84 inches (213 cm) Width: 36.75 inches (93 cm) w/handrails

33.75 inches (86 cm) w/o handrails Height: 55 inches (140 cm) Running surface: Belt - 20 inches by 60 inches

(51 cm by 152 cm) Motor: 3.2 hp continuous duty Speed: 1 to 12 mph (1 to 20 kph) Incline: 0 to 12% grade Power: 120 v @ 50/60Hz 20 Amps

240v @ 50/60Hz 20 Amps Weight: 350 lbs (158 kg) Shipping

weight: 460 lbs (207 kg)

Electronic Specifications

C954 Programs: C954 Display Readouts:

Manual Time Distance (miles or kilometers)

Incline Speed (mph or kph) Mets Calories Pace Calories/Minute (Calories per minute) Smart Rate

C956 Programs: C956 Display Readouts: Manual - Time Goal Time Distance Speed Calories

Track Segment Time Incline Mets Calories/Minute 3 Cross Country Pace 3 Aerobic 2 Gluteal courses Heart Rate* and Smart Rate® * 4 Interval courses 2 Custom courses Random Heart Rate* Weight Loss Distance Goal

* Requires that the POLAR on the C956, that Precor Heart Rate “touch” option be installed. The “touch” option provides contact-sensitive electrode strips on the treadmill’s handrail and is a vailable only when purchased with the C956 treadmill.

Calories Goal

* Heart Rate*

chest strap be worn by the user. Or,

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Precor, EFX, M, and Smart Rate are registered trademarks of Precor Incorporated. Cardiologic, Cross Ramp, Smart Touch and Quick Start are trademarks of Precor Incorporated. Copyright 2000 Precor Incorporated. Specifications subject to change without notice. Precor web site: www .precor .com

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