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Important Safety Instructions
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When using an electrical appliance, always take basic
precautions, including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the EFX
instructions are written to ensure your safety and to
protect the unit.
• Before beginning any fitness program, see your physician
for a complete physical examination.
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
WARNIN
• Do not allow children or those unfamiliar with its
operation on or near the EFX. Do not leave children
unsupervised around the unit.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock
always unplug the EFX from the
electrical outlet immediately after
using and before cleaning.
To reduce the risk of burns, fire,
electric shock, or injury, take the
following precautions:
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• Never leave the EFX unattended when it is plugged in.
Unplug the EFX from the power source when it is not in
use, before cleaning it, and before putting on or taking off
parts.
• Assemble and operate the EFX on a solid, level surface.
Locate the EFX a few feet from walls or furniture.
• Maintain the EFX in good working condition. Refer to the
Maintenance section. Make sure that all fasteners are
secure.
• Use the EFX only for its intended purpose as described
in this manual. Do not use accessory attachments that
are not recommended by the manufacturer, as such
attachments may cause injuries.
• Never operate the unit if it is damaged, not working
properly, when it has been dropped, or has been
dropped in water. Return the EFX to a service center for
examination and repair.
• Keep the power cord and plug away from heated
surfaces.
• Do not operate the EFX where aerosol (spray) products
are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
• Do not use outdoors.
IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Owner’s Manual: Important Safety Instructions 1
• Do not attempt to service the EFX yourself except to
follow the maintenance instructions found in this manual.
• Never drop or insert objects into any opening. Keep
hands away from moving parts.
• Keep all electrical components, such as the power cord
and I/O switch, away from liquids to prevent shock. Do
not set anything on the handrails, display console, or
casing. Place liquids, magazines, and books in the
appropriate receptacles.
• Never place your hands or feet in the path of the roller
arm because injury may occur to you or damage may
occur to the equipment.
• Do not overexert yourself or work to exhaustion. If you
feel any pain or abnormal symptoms, stop your workout
immediately and consult your physician.
• When the EFX is not in use, disconnect the unit by
turning the power switch to the OFF (O) position, and
then remove the power plug from the wall outlet.
IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
• Wear proper exercise clothing and shoes for your
workout and avoid loose clothing. Do not wear shoes
with heels or leather soles. Tie long hair back.
• Use care when getting on or off the EFX. Use the
stationary handrail whenever possible.
• Keep your body and head facing forward. Never attempt
to turn around on the EFX.
• Do not rock the unit. Do not stand on the handrail(s),
display console, or casing.
Owner’s Manual: Important Safety Instructions 2
The EFX must be connected to a
properly grounded outlet. See
Grounding Instructions.
Safety Approval
When identified with the ETL-c logo, the unit has
been tested and conforms to the requirements of
CAN/CSA-E-335-1/3-94, Safety of Household and
Similar Electrical Appliances.
Grounding Instructions
DANGER
The EFX must be grounded. If the unit malfunctions or
breaks down, grounding provides a path of least resistance
for electric current, which reduces the risk of electrical
shock. The unit is equipped with a power cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
The plug must be inserted into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances. Failure to properly ground the EFX could
void the Precor Limited Warranty.
Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding 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
unit is properly grounded. Do not
modify the plug provided with the EFX.
If it does not fit the outlet, get a proper
outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
120 V Units Designated for U.S. Markets
The EFX uses a circuit with a nominal 120-volt rating.
The unit’s grounding plug looks like the plug shown in
Diagram 1. The power outlet must have the same
configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used
with this product.
Diagram 1: 15 amp 120-volt plug
IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Owner’s Manual: Important Safety Instructions 3
Radio Frequency Interference (RFI)
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Federal Communications Commission, Part 15
The EFX has been tested and found to comply with
• the IEC EMC Directive (international electromagnetic
compatibility certification)
• the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. The EFX generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the owner’s manual instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
If the EFX does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning
the unit OFF and ON, you are encouraged to try to correct
the interference using one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna for your TV,
radio, VCR, etc.
• Increase separation between the unit and the receiver
(TV, radio, etc.).
• Connect the EFX into a different power outlet on a
dedicated circuit different from the one used by the
receiver (TV, radio, etc.). No other appliance should be
plugged into the same power outlet as the EFX
• Consult an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNIN
Per FCC rules, changes or
modifications 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 B 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 B prescrites dans le
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le
ministére des Communications du Canada.
ATTENTION: Haute Tension
Débranchez avant de réparer
IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Owner’s Manual: Important Safety Instructions 4
Obtaining Service
Do not attempt to service the EFX yourself, except for the
maintenance procedures described in this manual. The EFX
does not contain any user-serviceable parts. For information
about product operation or service, see the Precor web site
at www.precor.com or call Precor Customer Support at
1-800-347-4404.
You will need the model and serial numbers whenever you
contact Precor Customer Support. The serial number is
printed on a label located on the rear cover (Diagram 2). For
future reference, write the model and serial number and
date of purchase in the space provided.
Model #: _______ Serial #: _______________________
Date purchased: _________________________
Serial number
label
Diagram 2: Location of serial number
IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Owner’s Manual: Important Safety Instructions 5
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions .............................1
Safety Approval .......................................................... 2
Grounding Instructions ............................................. 3
Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) ....................... 4
Obtaining Service ...................................................... 5
EFX Safety Features .............................................8
The Locking Pin .......................................................... 8
Using the Stationary Handrail .................................. 9
Turning the Unit ON and OFF ................................. 9
Heart Rate Features ............................................10
Guidelines ..................................................................10
Using SmartRate ......................................................11
Exercise to Your Target Heart Rate .....................12
Display Console ....................................................13
Keypad ........................................................................17
Changing the Display Features
Using the SELECT Key ...........................................19
Owner’s Manual: Table of Contents 6
Workout Options .................................................. 20
Choosing QUICKSTART ....................................... 21
Selecting a Program ............................................... 22
Cooling Down After a Workout ............................ 23
Pausing During a Workout or the
Cool-Down Period ................................................... 24
Ending a Workout ................................................... 24
Programs ................................................................ 25
Choosing a Program ............................................... 25
Program Tips ............................................................ 26
Manual (MANL) Program ....................................... 27
Weight Loss (WTLS) Program ............................ 27
Heart Rate Control (HRC) Program .................... 28
Gluteal (GLUT) Program ....................................... 30
Hill Climb (HILL) Program ..................................... 30
Crosstraining (XTR) Program ............................... 31
Interval (INTV) Program .......................................... 31
Advanced Programming
and Troubleshooting ...........................................33
Advanced Programming Tips ................................33
Selecting a U.S. Standard or Metric Display .....34
Informational Displays .............................................35
Troubleshooting Error Codes ................................36
Troubleshooting Heart Rate ...................................37
Maintenance ..........................................................38
Inspection ...................................................................38
Cleaning the Equipment .........................................38
Storing the Chest Strap ..........................................39
Servicing the EFX .....................................................39
Long-Term Storage ..................................................39
Precor Residential Equipment
Limited Warranty .................................................. 40
Owner’s Manual: Table of Contents 7
EFX Safety Features
The EFX is equipped with certain items that, when used
Roller arm
properly, help sustain an enjoyable workout. These items
include:
•Locking pin
• Stationary handrail
•I/O power switch
Important: Before exercising, review the Important Safety
Instructions found at the beginning of this manual.
The Locking Pin
Diagram 3: Remove the locking pin before exercising
Locking
pin
CAUTION: Injuries can occur from the roller arm
movement. Always use the locking pin to secure the
roller arm when the EFX is not in use.
The locking pin secures the roller arm to keep it from
Ramp
Storage location
Lanyard
traveling up or down the ramp. Before beginning your
workout, pull firmly on the pin to slide it out of the roller arm.
Refer to Diagram 3. A lanyard attaches the locking pin to the
ramp.
Store the locking pin underneath the ramp once it is removed
from the roller arm. Refer to Diagram 4.
Diagram 4: Store the locking pin under the ramp
After exercising, use the locking pin to secure the roller arm.
Owner’s Manual: EFX Safety Features 8
Using the Stationary Handrail
To maintain your balance, always grasp the stationary
handrail when you step on or off of the foot pedals, and when
you use the keypad.
Turning the Unit ON and OFF
To turn the unit ON and OFF, use the I/O power switch
located at the rear of the unit, near the power cord
receptacle. Refer to Diagram 5.
Important: When it is not being used, turn the unit OFF.
I/O power switch
Diagram 5: I/O power switch
Owner’s Manual: EFX Safety Features 9
Heart Rate Features
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• Know your heart rate (pulse) and your physicianrecommended heart rate target zone. Individual heart
rates vary according to several physiological factors and
may not correspond directly with Diagram 6.
Heart rate and SmartRate® features are available when the
heart rate receiver is installed in the display console and you
wear a chest strap. When a heart beat is detected, the heart
rate display shows your heart rate and the SmartRate LED
pulses and indicates your target zone.
Note: The heart rate receiver and chest strap are optional
purchase items for the EFX5.17i and EFX5.19.
Guidelines
Read the following before using the heart rate feature.
• Consult your physician before engaging in any vigorous
exercise. Do not use the heart rate features until
authorized by your physician.
200
190
180
170
160
150
140
130
120
110
100
90
80
70
20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75
Diagram 6: Heart rate target zones
• The target heart rate is determined using a simple
calculation:
(220 minus age) multiplied by 70%
Owner’s Manual: Heart Rate Features 10
• After you put on the chest strap, face the display console
for a minimum of 15 seconds. This allows the receiver in
the console to recognize the signal from the chest strap.
• If three dashes (— — —) appear on the display, the EFX
cannot detect a heart rate. Make sure the chest strap is
positioned properly around your chest and against your skin.
• Always face forward on the EFX and use the stationary
handrail for balance.
• Maintain a constant stride rate while exercising. Find a
comfortable stride rate between 100 and 150 strides per
minute.
Using SmartRate
The SmartRate feature helps you monitor and maintain your
heart rate in the target zone best suited to your specific
needs. When you wear a chest strap, a blinking LED appears
on the SmartRate display. The blinking LED indicates the
zone that your heart rate is in, either weight loss or
cardiovascular.
The SmartRate indicator lights do not appear when:
• You press QUICKSTART at the banner.
• You bypass the AGE prompt.
• You do not wear or improperly position the chest strap.
Note: Review the information on the QUICKSTART card that
accompanies your literature packet. It explains how to adjust
the chest strap.
Owner’s Manual: Heart Rate Features 11
For the ideal weight loss range, the first, second, and third
SmartRate LEDs are lit and the fourth LED blinks. If you are
working out in the cardiovascular zone, the fifth or sixth LED
should be blinking. Refer to Table 1.
Table 1. Heart rate target zones and SmartRate LEDs
Heart Rate Target
Zone Percent
Below 55 First First
55 to 60 First Second
61 to 66 First through second Third
67 to 72 First through third Fourth
73 to 79 First through fourth Fifth
80 to 85 First through fifth Sixth
Above 85 First through sixth Seventh
CAUTION: Your heart rate should never exceed 85% of
your maximum aerobic heart rate. If it does, the seventh
SmartRate LED begins to blink. Immediately reduce your
strides per minute, resistance, or adjust the ramp incline
to return your heart rate to its target zone.
LED Lit
LED
Blinking
Exercise to Your Target Heart Rate
The EFX includes a program that lets you exercise based on
a specified heart rate. You set your target heart rate at the
beginning. As you exercise, the Heart Rate program monitors
your heart rate and automatically maintains it within a few
beats per minutes (bpm) of your selected target. Your actual
heart rate (pulse) appears in the display when the HEART
RATE LED is lit.
To use this program, select HRC. You must also wear the
chest strap so the program can monitor your heart rate
throughout the workout. For more information, refer to Heart
Rate Control (HRC) Program.
Owner’s Manual: Heart Rate Features 12
Display Console
CrossRamp label: Tar ge t
specific muscle groups by
setting the ramp incline within
the number range shown.
Keypad: Use the keypad to:
• Control your workout session
• Answer prompts prior to starting a program
• Determine which display features appear
• Prematurely end a program
• Adjust the resistance or ramp incline
(moveable ramp units only)
Center display: When you begin a
program, the program profile displays
and remains until the scanning process
is initiated.
LEDs: Light and clarify what
appears on the display.
SCAN LED: When lit, the scan feature is active and
information on the center display cycles through the
highlighted features (PROFILE, TIME, and so on). Refer to
Changing the Display Features Using the SELECT Key.
SELECT key: Enter data during
the setup phase and customize
the display during a workout.
SmartRate display: LEDs light in
this column when the SmartRate
feature is activated.
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Center display: When you begin a program,
the program profile displays and remains until
the scanning process is initiated.
LEDs: Light and clarify what
appears on the display.
Keypad: Use the keypad to:
• Control your workout session
• Answer prompts prior to starting a program
• Determine which display features appear
• Prematurely end a program
• Adjust the resistance
5.19
SmartRate display: LEDs light
in this column when the
SmartRate feature is activated.
SmartRate
Above
Cardiovascular
Weight Loss
Below
SCAN LED: When lit, the scan feature is
active and information on the center
display cycles through the highlighted
features (PROFILE, TIME, and so on).
Refer to Changing the Display Features
Using the SELECT Key.
SELECT key: Enter data during
the setup phase and customize
the display during a workout.
Owner’s Manual: Display Console 14
The following information describes the information that
appears in the center display. The information is shown in
alphabetic order.
PROFILE—appears on the display and corresponds to the
program you selected. As you continue your workout, a
blinking column indicates your position in the program.
CALORIE S—displays the estimated cumulative number of
calories burned. The calorie calculation is derived from the
pedaling speed, resistance level, and your weight. An
accurate weight entry results in a more accurate calorie
count. When using QUICKSTART and a weight has not
been specified, the default weight is 150 pounds (68
kilograms).
DISTANCE—shows a linear distance in either miles or
kilometers. The distance is calculated based on the amount
of energy you expend during your workout, and is equal to a
distance that you might run or walk using the same amount
• The height of the column indicates the level of incline on
units with moveable ramps. Every time the ramp incline
changes by two sequential levels (up or down) the height
of the column changes by one cell.
• On the EFX5.19, the height of the column indicates the
level of resistance. Every time the resistance changes by
three sequential levels (up or down) the height of the
column changes by one cell.
If the profile is only one cell high, then markers ( )
appear occasionally and provide a sense of movement
through the program.
of energy.
STRIDES—shows the total number of strides completed,
HEART RATE—displays your heart rate if you are wearing the
chest strap.
which is always an even number since two strides create one
complete revolution of the flywheel. A stride is an
exaggerated walking movement. On the EFX, if you start in a
position with one foot pedal in front, a stride is completed
when you move the rear foot pedal all the way forward while
the other foot pedal moves to the rear.
Owner’s Manual: Display Console 15
STRIDES/MINUTE—displays your current pedaling speed
(strides per minute) up to a maximum value of 510 strides
per minute. When the strides per minute drops below 20, the
EFX reverts to pause mode.
Important: The display may not change as quickly as
your stride. For example, when you stop suddenly from
a high stride rate, the display does not immediately
change to zero. Instead, it gradually decreases until it
reaches zero.
TIME—displays workout time in minutes and seconds;
however, when you exceed 60 minutes during a single
workout, the time display converts to hours and minutes. For
programs with a workout time limit, the TIME display shows
the amount of time remaining. For programs without a
workout time limit, the TIME display indicates the amount of
time you have been exercising.
Owner’s Manual: Display Console 16
Keypad
Use the keypad to enter your workout session selections.
EFX5.17i and EFX5.21i
EFX5.19
RESET: During pause mode, press the RESET key to
display a WORKOUT SUMMARY. Press RESET again
to return to the Precor banner. No workout statistics are
saved.
QUICKSTART: Press QUICKSTART to bypass the
setup prompts and start your workout immediately
using the Manual program. Refer to Choosing
QUICKSTART.
SELECT: The SELECT key has two functions:
• To select a program
• To change features displayed during a workout; refer
to Changing the Display Features Using the
SELECT Key
RESISTANCE ▼▲: Press and hold the RESISTANCE
arrow keys to increase or decrease the force applied
against your stride from 1 to 20.
When changes occur, the resistance you feel through
the foot pedals is not immediate.
Note: During your workout, to view the current
resistance, tap either RESISTANCE ▼ or ▲ key. To
change the resistance, press the arrow key for more
than one second.
Owner’s Manual: Display Console 17
CROSSRAMP ▲ ▼ (EFX5.17i and EFX5.21i):
Press and hold the CROSSRAMP arrows to increase
or decrease the ramp incline from 1 to 14.
Changes to the ramp incline are not immediate. It takes
time for the lift to reach the target incline shown on the
display.
Table 2 shows the degree of incline for each
CrossRamp setting.
Table 2. Incline movement
Unit Incline Setting Degree of Incline
EFX517i 1 through 14 12° through 25°
EFX521i 1 through 14 13° through 30°
EFX519 Stationary Fixed at 20°
Important: Ramp changes occur only when the foot
pedals are in motion. The number that appears on the
display indicates the selected range, not the degree of
incline. There is not a one-to-one relationship between
the degree of incline and the CrossRamp setting.
The incline setting affects the column height in the
program profile as shown in Diagram 7.
Column height
Diagram 7: Column height affected by changes in incline
Incline Setting
13 to 14
11 to 12
9 to 10
7 to 8
5 to 6
4 to 5
1 to 2
Note: During the setup phase, pressing the CrossRamp
arrow keys will not affect the ramp incline. However, the
arrow keys do affect what appears on the display. Refer
to Selecting a Program.
Owner’s Manual: Display Console 18
Changing the Display Features Using the SELECT Key
Use the SELECT key to choose which feature appears on
the display. When you enter a program, the display
automatically scans all highlighted features.
You can set up the scan feature so only specific information
appears. To customize the scan feature, switch the indicator
light off next to the item. If the indicator light is off, the item
will not appear in the display. The EFX scans between the
features that are highlighted and skips over the ones that are
not highlighted.
To add an item to the scanning process:
• Lightly tap the SELECT key until the appropriate indicator
lights up.You must then press and hold the SELECT key
for at least two seconds. The indicator light blinks until you
release the key. During the next scan, the LED lights and
the associated information appears.
To turn off an indicator light and remove the item from
the scanning process:
• When the indicator light next to the item is lit, press and
hold the SELECT key for at least two seconds. The
indicator light blinks until you release the key. The next
time the EFX performs a scan, the indicator remains blank
and the associated information is skipped.
Owner’s Manual: Display Console 19
Workout Options
CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, see your
physician for a complete physical examination. Know your
physician-recommended heart rate target zone.
1. Turn the unit ON. The Precor banner scrolls across the
display.
PRECOR
2. Remove the locking pin that secures the roller arm and
store it underneath the ramp.
3. Hold on to the stationary handrail and step on the foot
pedals.
Owner’s Manual: Workout Options 20
4. When you are comfortably situated, begin pedaling.
5. Select one of the following options:
Option 1: Press QUICKSTART
Choose this option to start your workout immediately.
Refer to Choosing QUICKSTART.
Option 2: Press SELECT
Choose this option for a more customized approach. The
display walks you through the preferences for a program,
workout time, weight, and age. Preferences retained from
the previous workout appear. You have the option to
change or accept them. Refer to Selecting a Program.
Choosing QUICKSTART
1. Press QUICKSTART at the Precor banner to bypass the
setup prompts and access the Manual (MANL) program.
QUICKSTART applies the following defaults:
Prompts Default Value
Program Manual (MANL)
Time No limit (NOLIM)
Weight 150 lb (68 kg)
Age 0
Note: To use the SmartRate feature, you need to specify
your age and wear a chest strap. In this case, press
ENTER and follow the setup prompts. The chest strap is
available through your Precor dealer. Refer to Obtaining
Service.
2. Use the RESISTANCE ▲▼ or CROSSRAMP ▲▼ keys
to change the resistance and ramp incline (EFX5.17i and
EFX5.21i).
3. Maintain a constant stride rate while exercising. Find a
comfortable stride rate between 100 and 150 strides per
minute.
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Selecting a Program
1. Press SELECT while the Precor banner is scrolling, and
then press the arrow keys to cycle through the available
programs.
2. When the program you want appears, press SELECT.
Refer to Table 3.
Table 3. Available programs
Program EFX5.17i EFX5.19 EFX5.21i
Manual MANL MANL MANL
Hill Climb – HILL –
Crosstraining
TM
––XTR
Gluteal GLUT – GLUT
Interval ––INTV
Weight Loss WTLS WTLS WTLS
Heart Rate Control * HRC HRC HRC
* Requires the user to wear a chest strap and to install the heart
rate receiver in the display console.
3. A program time blinks in the display. If a time from the
previous workout is available, it replaces the default time.
Press the arrow keys to select the program time (between
0 and 99 minutes) and then press SELECT.
Note: If you select a zero time limit, NOLIM appears in the
display and designates an infinite workout time. If you
choose NOLIM, remember to incorporate a cool-down
period at the end of your workout.
4. Enter your weight (1–999) and then your age (1–99).
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5. To change a value (program, workout time, weight, or age)
that you have already entered, press RESET, and then
reenter the information.
Note: You can press QUICKSTART after any of the
prompts (program name, workout time, weight, or age
entry). QUICKSTART applies existing preferences from
the previous workout to any prompts you skipped.
6. Use the RESISTANCE ▲▼ or CROSSRAMP ▲▼ keys
to change the resistance and ramp incline (EFX5.17i and
EFX5.21i).
7. Maintain a constant stride rate while exercising. Find a
comfortable stride rate between 100 and 150 strides per
minute.
Cooling Down After a Workout
Incorporate a cool-down period into your workout to help
lower your heart rate and minimize muscle stiffness and
soreness.
When you complete a program with a time limit, you
automatically enter a 5-minute cool-down period. The Manual
(MANL) program profile appears in the display. To change
the resistance or ramp incline (moveable ramp units only),
press the arrow keys.
A workout summary appears at the end of the 5-minute cooldown period. See Ending a Workout.
Important: If you press QUICKSTART or enter a time of
NOLIM, the automatic 5-minute cool-down period does not
occur. If you exit a program before completing it, the cooldown period is also bypassed.
To prematurely end the 5-minute cool-down period do the
following:
1. Grasp the stationary handrail with one hand.
2. Press RESET with your other hand to view the workout
summary.
3. Press RESET again to return to the Precor banner.
Owner’s Manual: Workout Options 23
Pausing During a Workout or the Cool-Down Period
Stop pedaling to pause anytime during a workout or during a
cool-down period. The pause mode is limited to ten minutes.
If you do not resume pedaling during that time, the display
returns to the banner.
Ending a Workout
CAUTION: Hold on to the stationary handrail when you
near the end of a workout.
You can stop pedaling when you complete the automatic
cool-down period, or end your workout by pressing the
RESET key.
The WORKOUT SUMMARY shows your cumulative
workout statistics including warm-up and cool-down periods.
Other information including strides per minute and calories
per minute reset to zero. You can review your workout
statistics for ten minutes before the display resets to the
banner.
To return to the banner before the ten minutes elapse, press
RESET.
Owner’s Manual: Workout Options 24
Programs
This section describes the programs for each unit as listed in
Table 4 .
Table 4. Available programs
Choosing a Program
Choosing a program depends on your goals. If you are a
beginner or returning to regular exercise, you can start a
cardio-conditioning program to slowly return your body to a
Unit
Program EFX5.17i EFX5.19 EFX5.21i
MANL XXX
HILL X
XTR X
GLUT X X
INTV X
WTLS XXX
HRC * XXX
* Requires the user wear a chest strap.
comfortable level of exercise. If you have been exercising and
feel that you have an intermediate or advanced fitness level,
you probably have established goals. The Precor web site
(www.precor.com) can give you many ideas about fitness
workouts and advice from the experts.
Several workout choices on the EFX are preprogrammed
with recommendations for incline levels or resistance,
backward or forward motion, and alternating rest or work
intervals. You always have the option to override the
suggested levels with the exception of the Heart Rate
Control (HRC) program.
If your level of exertion becomes too great, reduce your
stride rate or use the arrow keys to override each upcoming
column in the program profile. If you use the arrow keys,
the program profile changes accordingly. When you
complete a program that contains a time, an automatic
5-minute cool-down period begins.
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Table 5 shows a variety of program options.
Table 5. Program options
Preferences MANL HILL XTR GLUT INTV WTLS HRC
Preset incline X
Preset
resistance
Backward/
Forward
intervals
Rest/Work
intervals
Fixed time
limit
Heart rate
controlled*
Arrow keys
can change
incline or
resistance
* Requires the chest strap be worn and the heart rate receiver
be installed.
XXXXXX
XX
X
XX
X
Program Tips
• Work out indefinitely in any program (except Weight Loss).
At the time prompt, use the arrow keys to select NOLIM.
The TIME display indicates the amount of time you have
been exercising. If you choose to exercise without a time
limit, the automatic 5-minute cool-down period is
eliminated. You will need to incorporate a cool-down
period by accessing the Manual program.
• Place a time limit on any program during the setup phase.
At the time prompt, specify the time duration for your
workout. When you exercise, TIME shows the amount of
time remaining.
• Maintain your stride rate between 100 and 150 strides
per minute. Dropping below 20 strides per minute places
the EFX in pause mode.
X
• A blinking column tracks the progress that you make
during a program.
Note: The EFX5.19 has stationary ramp. All references to
ramp incline apply only to the EFX5.21i or EFX5.17i.
Owner’s Manual: Programs 26
Manual (MANL) Program
Weight Loss (WTLS) Program
MANL
You control resistance and incline settings when you use
the Manual program. The profile begins as a flat line. Use the
arrow keys to change the resistance or to adjust the ramp
incline. The program profile reflects changes in all
subsequent columns. The blinking column indicates your
position in the program.
If you press QUICKSTART at the banner and access the
Manual program, the workout time is infinite. A cool-down
period does not automatically occur when you end your
workout. Always remember to incorporate a cool-down
period into your workout.
To use the SmartRate feature, you need to specify your age.
Refer to Selecting a Program.
Owner’s Manual: Programs 27
With the Weight Loss program, the workout time is fixed at
28 minutes and consists of seven, 4-minute intervals. You are
not prompted for a workout time. Use the arrow keys to
change the resistance or the ramp incline for the rest or work
interval. Refer to Diagram 8. When you make changes, the
program repeats the settings for the remaining intervals.
For the ideal weight loss range, your heart rate should be
between 55% and 70% of your maximum aerobic heart rate.
If you wear the chest strap, you can use SmartRate as a
visual cue.
• Set a comfortable stride rate and then adjust the
resistance and ramp incline.
WTLS
• Maintain a level of exertion so that the second LED blinks
in the SmartRate display during rest intervals.
• During the work intervals, increase your level of exertion so
that the fourth LED blinks.
For more information about the SmartRate display, refer to
Using SmartRate.
Heart Rate Control (HRC) Program
HRC
Rest interval
Diagram 8: Rest and work intervals
Note: If you want to purchase the heart rate feature for your
EFX, contact your local dealer. Refer to Obtaining Service.
Owner’s Manual: Programs 28
Work interval
The Heart Rate Control program lets you set a target for your
heart rate. The program adjusts the resistance to maintain
your heart rate within two beats per minute of the target
heart rate while you exercise. To use this program, you must
wear the chest strap so the program can monitor your heart
rate throughout the session
During your workout, the number that represents your heart
rate appears when the HEART RATE LED is lit.
For information about understanding your target heart rate,
refer to Heart Rate Features.
Important: Consult your physician to determine the
appropriate target heart rate for your age and fitness level. If
your physician recommends a different target heart rate than
the one that appears on the display, use the appropriate
RESISTANCE arrow keys to change the target heart rate
once you finish the warm-up period. Do not exercise over
the recommended range.
Warm-up Period
The EFX provides a 3-minute warm-up period. During this
time, you may change the resistance or ramp incline.
Note: If your heart rate moves into the target heart rate zone
during the 3-minute warm-up period, the warm-up period
ends and the Heart Rate Control program begins.
Using the HRC Program
When the warm-up period concludes,
• The EFX automatically adjusts the resistance to keep
your heart rate at the selected target. Pressing the
RESISTANCE arrow keys no longer affects the resistance
applied to your stride, but does change the target heart
rate. Check the SmartRate display to see if you are
maintaining your preferred zone (weight loss or
cardiovascular). Your actual heart rate appears in the
display when the HEART RATE LED is lit.
Important: Maintain a constant stride rate between 100
and 150 strides per minute. Automatic adjustments to the
resistance cannot take place if you drop below 20 strides
per minute.
• You can change the target heart rate, strides per minute,
or ramp incline, but doing so affects the unit’s ability to
maintain your target heart rate in the preferred zone. It
takes time for the EFX to readjust the resistance so that
your heart rate remains on target.
Note: If you are having difficulty with the heart rate
features, refer to Troubleshooting Heart Rate.
Owner’s Manual: Programs 29
Gluteal (GLUT) Program
Hill Climb (HILL) Program
GLUT
The Gluteal program is available on units with moveable
ramps. The ramp incline is preprogrammed. Review the
program label on the display console to determine the
ascent and descent levels of the program.
Anytime during a workout, you can override the incline
settings by pressing the CROSSRAMP arrow keys. The
remaining profile columns change accordingly. The changes
are saved and applied the next time you use the Gluteal
program.
You can adjust the resistance by pressing the RESISTANCE
arrow keys. Unlike the ramp incline settings, the resistance
changes made while using the program are not saved.
Owner’s Manual: Programs 30
The resistance in the EFX5.19 Hill Climb program is
preprogrammed. To override the resistance settings for each
column, press the RESISTANCE arrow keys. The changes
raise or lower the columns on the remaining portion of the
program profile. Any changes you make are saved and
applied the next time you use the Hill Climb program.
HILL
Crosstraining (XTR) Program
Interval (INTV) Program
XTR
This EFX5.21i program consists of alternating forward and
backward pedaling movements, in 1-minute segments, to
focus on working the thigh and calf muscle groups. Display
prompts indicate when you should change pedal direction.
You can set the resistance and ramp incline levels during the
forward and backward intervals. The program remembers
your settings and repeats them for subsequent forward and
backward intervals until you change them.
When you complete the program, the resistance and ramp
incline changes are saved and applied the next time you use
the Crosstraining program.
Owner’s Manual: Programs 31
The EFX5.21i Interval program is among the best for
conditioning your cardiovascular system. The program raises
and lowers your level of exertion repeatedly for a specified
period of time. You can set the 2-minute rest and work
intervals according to your training regimen.
When you begin the program, you are prompted to set the
resistance and ramp incline for the first rest and work
intervals. Refer to Diagram 9. The settings are repeated
throughout the program.
INTV
Rest interval Work interval
Diagram 9: Rest and work profile in the Interval program
To change the settings, press the appropriate arrow key and
continue. The changes are applied to the remaining intervals.
The display lets you know when the resistance or incline
levels are about to change, and indicates the levels of the
next segment.
When you complete the program, the resistance and ramp
incline settings are saved and applied the next time you use
the interval program.
Owner’s Manual: Programs 32
Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting
Certain features remain hidden and can only be accessed
using special key presses. Read this section if you want to:
• Change the display to U.S. Standard or Metric
• View the odometer
• Display the number of hours you have used your EFX
• View the software versions and hardware part numbers
• Check the error log
Owner’s Manual: Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting 33
Advanced Programming Tips
• Always start at the scrolling Precor banner.
• The advanced programming and diagnostic mode is
accessed by pressing the RESET key while the Precor
banner is scrolling. The remaining key presses must occur
quickly and without pause.
• The function of the QUICKSTART key is disabled while in
diagnostics mode.
• Use the SELECT and arrow keys while in the diagnostics
mode.
• Exit the diagnostics mode by pressing the RESET key for
two or more seconds. The display remains blank for one
second and any additional key presses are ignored.
Selecting a U.S. Standard or Metric Display
The EFX can display measurements in either U.S. Standard
or Metric. (The default factory setting is set to display U.S.
Standard.) To change this setting, perform the following
steps:
1. At the scrolling Precor banner, press the following keys in
sequence and without pause:
EFX5.17i and EFX5.21i
1
2
EFX5.19
4
35
7
6
RESET, SELECT, RESISTANCE ▼, RESISTANCE ▲,
CROSSRAMP ▲
1
2
4
35
7
6
Note: No CROSSRAMP keys exist on the EFX5.19. Use
the RESISTANCE ▲
As shown in Diagram 10, numbers are associated with the
keypad. The numbers 5, 6, 7, 1 appear on the display as
you press the associated key.
key on the left side of the keypad.
Diagram 10: Keypad programming numbers
2. SELECT UNITS scrolls across the display, and then the
current unit of measure appears. Use an arrow key to
switch between the options.
3. Press SELECT to accept the displayed setting.
The change will be retained in memory even if the EFX is
turned OFF and unplugged.
4. Press RESET to return to the Precor banner.
Owner’s Manual: Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting 34
Informational Displays
The EFX provides information about its use (odometer and
hour meter), as well as software version and error log. In
general, you would only access this information if directed to
do so by Precor Customer Support.
These instructions guide you through all four informational
displays. Pressing the SELECT key moves you through the
displays. To exit, press the RESET key at any time.
Viewing the Odometer
1. At the Precor banner, press the following keys in
sequence and without pause:
RESET, RESISTANCE ▼, SELECT
Numbers 6, 5 appear on the display as you press the
associated key.
STRIDES: scrolls across the display followed by the
odometer value (the cumulative strides users have taken).
The information continues to scroll across the display.
2. When you are ready, press SELECT to move to the next
display (hour meter).
Displaying the Hour Meter
HOURS: appears followed by the number of hours that
the unit has been in use. The EFX tracks the elapsed
minutes, but the value that appears is truncated to the
nearest full hour.
3. When you are ready, press SELECT to move to the next
display (software version).
Viewing the Software Version and Part Numbers
UPPER SW: appears and then the unit’s upper board
software part number and version (for example, V47475-
205) scrolls across the display. The lower board’s
software version number follows it. After the upper and
lower board software versions, UPPER BOOT: appears,
and provides the upper boot part number.
4. Write these numbers in the space below. You will need
these numbers when you call Customer Support with
display-related questions. This information will help rule
out any software-related problems.
Upper Board P/N: ________________________
Lower Board P/N: ________________________
Upper Boot Number: ______________________
5. When you are ready, press SELECT to move to the next
display (error log).
Owner’s Manual: Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting 35
Viewing the Error Log
The error log appears. Up to ten error codes can be
retrieved.
6. Press any arrow key to view the error codes. Each error
code will be displayed along with the odometer and hour
meter values at the time the error occurred. Refer to
Diagram 11.
Most recent error
The hour meter at the time
the error was detected.
1: ER33 AT 12,345,678 STRIDES 1,714 HOURS
Error code
Diagram 11: Error log
7. Copy the error code information to paper so you can
provide it to Customer Support if needed. Be sure to copy
it exactly as shown.
Odometer reading at the
time the error occurred.
8. When you no longer need the information in the error log,
press QUICKSTART while the error log is scrolling across
the display. Maintain light pressure on the key until HOLD
QUICKSTART TO CLEAR ERROR LOG scrolls past.
Prompts appear on the display to let you know when the
error messages have been deleted.
Important: You cannot retrieve the error log once you
have deleted it.
9. When you are ready, press SELECT or RESET to return
to the Precor banner.
Troubleshooting Error Codes
If any error codes appear in the center display, turn the unit
OFF and ON. If the error continues to occur, call an
authorized service person for assistance. Refer to Obtaining
Service.
Owner’s Manual: Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting 36
Troubleshooting Heart Rate
Table 6 may help you understand and troubleshoot erratic
heart rate readings.
Important: A heart rate can only be detected when the Precor
heart rate receiver is properly installed in the display and the
EFX is turned ON. You must also wear the chest strap.
Table 6. Erratic heart rate readings
What appears
on the display Cause What to Do
Nothing The heart rate
receiver is not
installed or it
has been
disconnected.
To purchase the heart
rate option or receive
Customer Support,
refer to Obtaining
Service.
What appears
on the display Cause What to Do
Pulsing HR LED The LED lights
briefly when a
heart beat is
detected.
Note: To conduct electrical impulses from a user’s heart, the
electrode strips on the chest strap must be in contact with
the user’s skin. Usually, the concentration of salts in a
person’s perspiration provides enough conductivity to
transmit a signal to the receiver in the display console.
However, because of body chemistry or erratic heartbeats,
some people cannot use the heart rate feature.
If the LED is pulsating,
it indicates that the
heart rate equipment is
working properly.
— — — A heart rate is
not detected.
Owner’s Manual: Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting 37
Be sure the heart rate
receiver is installed
properly and that the
chest strap is moist,
centered, and in direct
contact with your skin.
Maintenance
It is important to perform the minor maintenance tasks
described in this section. Failure to maintain the EFX as
described here could void the Precor Limited Warranty.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
always unplug the unit from its
power source before cleaning it or
performing any maintenance tasks.
Inspection
Inspect the EFX daily.
Look and listen for slipping belts, loose fasteners, unusual
noises, worn or frayed power cords, and any other
indications that the equipment may be in need of service.
If you notice any of these, obtain service.
Important: If you determine that the EFX needs service, turn
the unit OFF. Insert the locking pin, and then remove the
power cord so it cannot be used. Make sure other users
know that the EFX needs service.
To order parts or to contact a Precor authorized service
provider in your area, refer to Obtaining Service.
Owner’s Manual: Maintenance 38
Cleaning the Equipment
Most of the working mechanisms are protected inside the
casing. However, for efficient operation, the EFX relies on
low friction. To keep the friction low, the EFX rollers, rails,
and internal mechanisms must be as clean as possible.
Precor recommends the EFX be cleaned before and after
each workout. Use a damp, soft cloth to clean all exposed
surfaces. This helps remove any dust or dirt that might affect
the smooth operation of the unit.
To clean the ramp and roller wheels, position one foot
pedal at the top of the ramp (the other will automatically be
positioned at the bottom). Clean the exposed surfaces of the
ramp and roller wheels daily, or whenever the ramp becomes
soiled. Switch the foot pedal position to finish cleaning the
ramp. Gently lift the roller wheel and rotate it to clean it.
CAUTION: Do not use any acidic cleaners. Doing so will
weaken the ramp coating and void the Precor Limited
Warranty. Never pour water or spray liquids on any part of
the EFX. Allow the EFX to dry completely before using.
Periodically, clean the grooves on the foot pedals using a
soft nylon scrub brush. Frequently vacuum the floor
underneath the unit to prevent the accumulation of dust and
dirt, which can affect the smooth operation of the unit.
Storing the Chest Strap
Store the chest strap 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° F
(0° C).
To clean the chest strap, use a sponge or soft cloth
dampened in mild soap and water. Dry the surface
thoroughly with a clean towel.
Servicing the EFX
Do not attempt to service the EFX 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 1-800-347-4404.
Long-Term Storage
When the EFX 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 people or other equipment. Insert the locking
pin through the roller arm to secure the EFX.
Owner’s Manual: Maintenance 39
Precor Residential Equipment Limited Warranty
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Precor Incorporated warrants all new Precor products to be free
from defects in materials and manufacture for the warranty period
set forth below. The warranty period commences on the invoice
date of original purchase. This warranty applies only against defects
discovered within the warranty period and extends only to the
original purchaser of the product. Parts repaired or replaced under
the terms of this warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the
original warranty period only. To make claim under warranty, the
buyer must notify Precor or their authorized Precor dealer within 30
days after the date of discovery of any nonconformity and make the
affected product available for inspection by Precor or its service
representative. Precor’s obligations under this warranty are limited
and set forth below.
Owner’s Manual: Precor Residential Equipment Limited Warranty 40
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• Lifetime frame and welds
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c. Claims are made within the warranty period
2. This warranty does not cover damage or equipment failure
caused by electrical wiring not in compliance with electrical
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EFX5.17i/EFX5.19/EFX5.21i
Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainers
Product Specifications
EFX5.17i EFX5.19 EFX5.21i
Length: 75 in (190 cm) 80 in (203 cm) 80 in (203 cm)
Width: 30 in (75 cm) 32 in (81 cm); 32 in (81 cm);
Height: 63 in (157 cm) 61 in (155 cm) 61 in (155 cm)
Weight: 197 lb (89 kg) 197 lb (89 kg) 197 lb (89 kg)
Shipping weight: 247 lb (112 kg) 247 lb (112 kg) 245 lb (111 kg)
Power: 120VAC, 50/60Hz,
CrossRamp®:
Incline settings: 1–14 Fixed 1–14
Resistance levels 1–20 1–20 1–20
Frame: Powder-coated steel Powder-coated steel Powder-coated steel
Regulatory
Approvals:
1.7 Amps, 140 Watts
12–25° 20° 13–30°
FCC, ETL, CE FCC, ETL, CE FCC, ETL, CE
120VAC, 50/60Hz,
0.9 Amps, 70 Watts
120VAC, 50/60Hz,
0.9 Amps, 140 Watts
Product Features
QuickStart
Heart Rate Telemetry* Optional Optional Standard
SmartRate®*
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EFX5.17i EFX5.19 EFX5.21i
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Optional Optional Standard
Programs
EFX5.17i EFX5.19 EFX5.21i
Manual ✓✓✓
Hill Climb ✓
Crosstraining
Gluteal ✓✓
Interval ✓
Weight Loss ✓✓✓
Heart Rate Control* ✓✓✓
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Display Readouts
EFX5.17i EFX5.19 EFX5.21i
Calories ✓✓✓
CrossRamp® Incline
Heart Rate* ✓✓✓
Profile ✓✓✓
Resistance Levels 1–20 1–20 1–20
SmartRate®*
Scan ✓✓✓
Strides ✓✓✓
Strides Per Minute ✓✓✓
Time ✓✓✓
* Chest strap required. In the EFX5.17i and EFX5.19, the optional heart
rate receiver must be installed in the display console.
✓✓
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Precor, C, CrossRamp, EFX, M, Move Beyond, and SmartRate are registered trademarks of Precor
Incorporated. Crosstrainer, QuickStart, and StretchTrainer are trademarks of Precor Incorporated.
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Precor aggressively seeks U.S. and foreign patents for both the mechanical construction and the
visual aspects of its product design. Any party contemplating the use of Precor’s product designs
is hereby forewarned that Precor considers the unauthorized appropriation of its proprietary rights
to be a very serious matter. Precor will vigorously pursue all unauthorized appropriation of its
proprietary rights.
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Warranty # 36287-110, en
Registration Card# 45623-102, en
04 November 2004
QUICKSTART
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CAUTION: Before using the EFX®, read all these instructions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury.
Do not allow people unfamiliar with its operation
or children, on or near the unit.
Consult with your physician and receive a
thorough physical examination. Know your
physician-recommended heart rate
target zone.
Always face the display and use the
stationary handrail for balance. Never
attempt to turn around on the EFX.
If you feel pain, faintness, or
dizziness, stop exercising
immediately.
The Locking Pin on the
Roller Arm
The locking pin on the EFX
ramp secures the roller arm
and prevents it from
continuous travel up or
down the ramp. To prevent
unauthorized use, secure
the roller arm with the locking
pin after every workout.
Pull firmly on the pin to slide
it out of the roller arm. A lanyard
attaches the locking pin to the
ramp. Store the locking pin
underneath the ramp once it
is removed from the roller arm.
Workout Tips
Before and after a workout, gently stretch
your lower body and back to help prevent
stiffness or soreness.
At the beginning of a workout, take several
minutes to bring your heart rate into your
target zone (shown in Diagram D on the
other side of this card).
Depending on your level of fitness, consider
maintaining a pedaling speed between 100
and 150 strides per minute. Do not drop
below 20 strides per minute during a workout
or you enter pause mode.
To pause during your workout, stop pedaling.
Pause mode has a 10-minute limit.
Incorporate a cool-down period into your
workout to help lower your heart rate and
minimize muscle stiffness or soreness.
Begin Your Workout with QUICKSTART
1. Turn ON the EFX, using the I/O power switch at the
base of the rear cover. The Precor banner scrolls
across the center display.
2. Remove the locking pin that secures the roller arm.
3. Hold on to the stationary handrail and step on the
foot pedals.
4. B
Important:
egin pedaling.
If your unit has moveable handlebars,
do not use them until you are comfortable with the
movement of the EFX.
5. Press QUICKSTART. The Manual (MANL) program
begins.
Note: To select a different program, refer to your
owner’s manual.
6. Use the RESISTANCE
▲▼ or CROSSRAMP ▲▼
keys to change the resistance and ramp incline
(EFX5.17i and EFX5.21i).
7. Enter a cool-down period by lowering the strides per
minute, the resistance, or the ramp incline.
8. To review your workout summary, press RESET. The
display shows your cumulative time, strides, and the
number of calories burned during your workout.
9. When you are done reviewing your workout summary,
press RESET to return to the banner.
10. Stop pedaling and hold on to the stationary handrail
while you carefully step down from the EFX.
11. To prevent unauthorized use, turn OFF the EFX and
secure the roller arm with the locking pin.
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Choose a Program
Determine your level of fitness: beginner,
intermediate, or advanced.
Determine your immediate goal: endurance
training, cardio-conditioning, or weight loss.
If you are a beginner, start a cardio-conditioning
program to slowly adjust your body to a comfortable
level of exercise. Over a recommended 8-week
period, you will increase your endurance and
strength while improving flexibility.
If you have been exercising and feel that you have
reached an intermediate or advanced fitness level,
you probably have established goals for yourself.
For all fitness levels, plan to exercise at a comfortable
pace for 20 to 30 minutes a day. Wear a chest strap
to monitor your heart rate. Supplement your plans
with fitness workouts from the Precor website
(www.precor.com). The Precor website provides
numerous fitness workouts and expert advice to
help you reach your fitness goals.
Wear a Chest Strap
During a workout, the heart rate features appear on
the display when you wear a chest strap. To receive
an accurate reading, the strap needs to be in direct
contact with your skin. Be sure to wear the chest
strap underneath your clothing.
Note: The Precor heart rate receiver must be
properly installed in the display console before a
heartbeat can be detected. Check with your dealer
to make sure it is installed in your product.
1. Carefully dampen the back of the strap with tap
water (Diagram A).
Important: Do not use deionized water. It does
not have the proper minerals and salts to conduct
electrical impulses.
2. Adjust the strap and fasten it around your chest.
The strap should feel snug, not restrictive
(Diagram B).
3.
Make sure that the chest strap is right side up, lies
horizontally across your chest, and is centered in
the middle of your chest (Diagram C).
Diagram A Diagram B Diagram C
When these steps are complete, you are ready to
view your heart rate!
SmartRate® and Heart Rate Features
The SmartRate and heart rate displays provide visual
cues that help you adjust your fitness routine to reach
your goals. Use these features to keep your heart rate
within the target zones for weight loss or cardioconditioning.
When you begin a workout, a blinking segment in
the SmartRate display appears if you entered your
age during the setup phase. The blinking segment
indicates the current zone of your heart rate: weight
loss or cardiovascular. For the ideal weight loss
range, your heart rate should remain between 55%
and 70% of your maximum aerobic heart rate. To
improve your overall cardiovascular and respiratory
fitness level, maintain your heart rate between 70%
and 85% of your maximum aerobic heart rate.
For the greatest benefits, maintain your heart rate in
either zone (weight loss or cardiovascular) for 30
minutes or more at least three times a week.
CAUTION: Your heart rate should never exceed
85% of your maximum aerobic heart rate or go
above your target zone (Diagram D).
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180
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160
150
140
130
120
110
100
90
80
70
20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75
Diagram D
Cool Down After Your 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 three minutes helps
provide a smooth transition that allows your heart rate
to return to its normal, non-exercising state.
©2004 Precor Incorporated
Precor Incorporated
20031 142nd Avenue NE
P.O. Box 7202
Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002
www.precor.com
Assembly Guide
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EFX
Eliptical Fitness Crosstrainer
5.17i
TM
Thank you for choosing Precor. For proper installation, please read
this guide thoroughly and follow the assembly instructions. If you do
not assemble the EFX according to these guidelines, you could void
the Precor Limited Warranty.
Obtaining Service
You should not attempt to service the EFX except for maintenance
tasks described in the owner’s manual. For information about product
operation or service, refer to the Precor web site at www.precor.com
or call Precor Customer Support at 1-800-347-4404. If any items are
missing, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or call
1-800-4-PRECOR for the dealer nearest you.
Installation Requirements
Follow these installation requirements when assembling the unit:
• Assemble the unit near the location where you plan to use it.
Provide ample space around the unit.
Set up the unit on a solid, flat surface.
Open the box and assemble the components in the sequence
presented in this guide.
Leave room for adjustments.
Unpacking the Equipment
is shipped in one box. Ask for help form two or more people to
unpack and assemble the EFX.
Required Tools
• Wire tie cutter
• Phillips-head screwdriver
•Two ⁹⁄₁₆-inch combination wrenches (open-end and box)
• SAE Standard socket set with socket extension
• Rubber mallet
but leave room for adjustments. Do not fully tighten fasteners until
instructed to do so.
EFX5.17i Elliptical Fitness Trainer Assembly Guide 2
Hardware Kit
Fasteners Quantity
Hex head bolt (5-inch) 4
1 — Height adjuster with hex nut
1 — Upright support clamp1 — Handrail clamp
(B) Washer (³⁄₈
(C)Lock nut (³⁄₈-inch)
(D) Carriage bolt (2¾-
inch)
(E) Carriage bolt (2-inch) 2
(F) Phillips-head screw
(½-inch)
12
1 — End cap
8
2
4
3
Assembly Steps
Lift the EFX, and then slide a
wedge of packing material under
the front of the unit.
Attach the right upright support to the
base frame using four hex head bolts
(A) and four washers (B).
Ask your assistant to hold the left upright
support close to the base mounting bolts
while you plug the cable connector into
its receptacle. Push the cable connector
into the left upright support.
Important: If the plastic grommet pops
out of the base, replace it immediately.
The grommet covers the metal edges so
the cables are not cut or damaged.
Secure the left upright support using four washers (B)
and four locknuts (C). Finger tighten.
Ask your assistant to grasp the upper
display cable and remove any slack as you secure the
upright support. Crimped or pinched cables are not
covered by the Precor Limited Warranty.
4
Hold the display console above the upright supports, and
then plug the cable connector into its receptacle. Push
excess cable into the upright support.
Avoid dropping the display cable inside
the upright support.
(D), two washers (B), and two locknuts (C).
Finger tighten.
Be careful not to pinch the
display cable. Make sure that the heads of
both bolts are on the underside of the
clamp as shown.
Install the right and left handrails. Insert
the base of the handrail first, and then
rest the top section on the handrail
clamp. The foam grip should touch the
handrail clamp base.
CAUTION: Attach one handrail at a
time. Hold the handrail until it is
securely seated in the handrail
clamp. If you do not, the handrail can
rotate and cause damage to the unit
or injury to yourself or others.
Attach the handrail clamp cover
using two carriage bolts (E).
Apply pressure to the clamp
cover while you thread a washer
(B) and locknut (C) onto each
bolt. Finger tighten.
Secure the lower portion of the handrails
using four Phillips-head screws (F). Tighten
securely with a Phillips-head screwdriver.
Return to the upright support clamp and wrench
tighten the fasteners using a ⁹⁄₁₆
Wrench tighten the handrail clamp fasteners.
adjuster into the base. Wrench
tighten the nut.
Remove the packing
material.
Level the EFX.
Before exercising, make sure the EFX does not wobble from side to
side or front to back. Ask a capable person for help to make
adjustments.
adjusting the rear pads can help, but will not compensate for
extremely uneven surfaces.
1. To remove any side-to-side
movement, rotate the rear pads.
2. To counteract any front-to-back
rocking motion, ask your assistant to
grasp the upper handrails and raise
the front of the unit off the floor. Use
a crescent or combination wrench to
loosen the nut on the height adjuster.
• Turn the height adjuster
to raise the height of the front end.
• Turn the height adjuster
to lower the
height.
Once you have the proper height
adjustment, use the wrench to turn
the nut counterclockwise and tighten
it securely against the base tube.
Clean the ramp with a soft cloth dampened in a
diluted solution of mild soap and water.
3. Have your assistant carefully lower the unit to the floor.
6
Connect the power cord.
Use the supplied power cord. Do not remove or
otherwise bypass the 3-prong plug with an adapter in order
to use a non-grounded outlet. Do not plug the EFX into a
power transformer in an attempt to adjust the voltage
requirements. Failure to follow these instructions might
damage the unit and void the Precor Limited Warranty.
Grounding
Instructions in the owner’s manual.
Turn the unit ON.
Use the ON/OFF (I/O) power switch to turn the unit ON. Check that
the Precor banner appears on the display. If the display remains
blank, recycle the power, and then check the cable connections.
Precor Incorporated
20031 142nd Avenue NE
P.O. Box 72 0 2
Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002
©2004 Precor Incorporated
www.precor.com
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