Precor M 9.1, M 9.2s User Manual

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Precision Electronic
Treadmill*
Owner’s Manual
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USA
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is a copy of the last version published. If the
assembly instructions do not coincide with your
treadmill, please call Precor Customer Service.
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When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be taken, including the
following:
Read all instructions before using the M9.1 or M9.2s Precision Electronic Treadmill. These
instructions are written to ensure your safety and to protect the treadmill.
Before beginning any fitness program, you should obtain a complete physical examination by
your 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
To reduce the risk of electrical shock always unplug the M9.1 or M9.2s Precision Electronic
Treadmill from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, take the following precau-
tions:
When it is plugged in, do not leave the M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill unattended. Unplug the
treadmill from the power source when it is not in use, and before putting on or taking off
parts.
Close supervision is necessary when the M9.1 or M9.2s is used by, on, or near children,
invalids, or disabled persons.
Use the M9.1 or M9.2s 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 treadmill 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.
Turn OFF and unplug the treadmill when adjusting or working near the rear roller. Do not
make adjustments to the running belt when someone is standing on the unit.
Keep the power cord and plug away from heated surfaces.
Never drop or insert objects into any opening. Keep hands away from moving parts.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
To disconnect, turn the power switch to the OFF (O) position, then remove the power plug
from the wall outlet.
WARNING
Connect the M9.1 or M9.2s to a properly grounded outlet only. See
Grounding Instructions
.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Personal Safety
Always attach the safety clip to your clothing at waist level prior to beginning your workout.
The safety clip is connected by a cord to the magnetic safety key in the electronic console. If
you encounter difficulties, you can stop the running belt by pulling on the cord to disengage
the magnetic safety key from inside the console. To resume operation, the magnetic safety
key must be replaced.
When the treadmill is not being used, remove the magnetic safety key and store it in a safe
place to prevent unauthorized use.
Check the M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill before each use. Completely assemble the treadmill before
using it.
Assemble and operate the M9.1 or M9.2s on a solid, level surface. Locate the treadmill at
least 4 feet from walls or furniture. Keep the area behind the treadmill clear.
Wear proper exercise clothing and shoes for your workout—no loose clothing. Do not wear
shoes with heels or leather soles. Check the soles of your shoes and remove any dirt and
embedded stones. Tie long hair back.
Keep all loose clothing and 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 handrails whenever possible. Step onto
the running belt when the speed is at or below 1 mile per hour (1.6 kilometers per hour).
Never step off the treadmill while the running belt is moving.
Before the running belt begins moving (prior to your workout), and after it stops (at the end
of your 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 forward. Never attempt to turn around on the treadmill when
the running belt is moving.
Do not rock the unit. Do not stand or climb on the handrails, electronic console, or hood.
Keep all electrical components, such as the motor, power cord, and ON/OFF switch, away
from water or other liquids to prevent shock. Do not set anything on the handrail, electronic
console, or hood. Never place liquids on any part of the unit.
Do not attempt to service the M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill yourself other than the assembly and
maintenance instructions found in this manual. The M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill is for household
use only. See
Obtaining Service
in the maintenance section of this manual.
Do not overexert yourself or work to exhaustion.
Stop your workout immediately if you feel any pain or abnormal symptoms, and consult your
physician
Precor Smart Weights—Safety Guidelines
The Precor Smart Weights were created and designed exclusively for Precor products. Please take
time to read the following guidelines:
Handle Precor Smart Weights with care. Do not drop the equipment. It might damage the
weights and you could void the manufacturer’s limited warranty.
Keep the equipment dry. Do not immerse the equipment in water.
With every use, check that the remote signal is working before you begin your workout. After
extensive use, the battery in the remote head may wear out. See
Replacing the Battery
in your
Precor Smart Weights Owner’s Manual.
Precor treadmills are designed for the enjoyment of the serious runner as well as the dedicated
walker. By following the above precautions and using good common sense, you will have many
safe and pleasurable hours of healthful exercise with your Precor treadmill.
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Information Regarding International Use
FCC Communications Commission, part 15
The M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill has tested and it complies with 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 M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
owner’s manual instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If the M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill 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 M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill and the receiver (TV, radio, etc.).
Connect the M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill 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 that the treadmill is connected to.
Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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 Communi-
cations.”
“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.”
*Indiquer seulement la classe duappareils numériques correspondent à l’application visée.
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Grounding Instructions
The M9.1 or M9.2s Precision Electronic 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 treadmill is equipped with a power cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet
that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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.
Proper grounding plug and
power outlet for 120v
connection
Diagram A
The treadmill is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit (refer to the WARNING below and to the
Installation
Requirements
on page 3) and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in
Diagram A.
WARNING
This product is rated for
more
than 15 amps and is for use on a circuit having a nominal rating of
120 volts and is factory-equipped with a specific electric cord and plug to permit connection to a
proper electric circuit. Make sure that the product is connected to an outlet having the same
configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this product. If the treadmill must be
reconnected for use on a different type of electric circuit, the reconnection should be made by
qualified service personnel.
ATTENTION: Haute Tension
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Table of Contents
Safety Information ........................................................................................................... ii
Important Safety Instructions........................................................................................... ii
Personal Safety.................................................................................................................iii
Precor Smart Weight Option—Safety Guidelines .............................................................iii
Information Regarding International Use........................................................................ iv
Grounding Instructions......................................................................................................v
Before You Begin............................................................................................................ 1
Unpacking the Treadmill................................................................................................... 1
Optional Equipment: Smart Weights................................................................................. 1
Setting Up the M9.1 or M9.2s Treadmill........................................................................ 3
Installation Requirements................................................................................................. 3
Assembly Instructions...................................................................................................... 3
Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt .................................................................... 9
Using the M9.1 or M9.2s Treadmill ............................................................................. 10
Locating the ON and OFF Switch .................................................................................... 10
Using the Magnetic Safety Key ....................................................................................... 10
Understanding the Electronic Console............................................................................ 11
Displays on the Electronic Console................................................................................. 11
Keys on the Electronic Console ...................................................................................... 12
Changing the Display to U.S. Standard or Metric ........................................................... 13
Selecting the TIME or DISTANCE prompt on the M9.2s ................................................. 13
Working Out on Your Treadmill.................................................................................... 14
Changing Incline on the M9.1......................................................................................... 16
Retrieving the Previous Workout Program ..................................................................... 16
Pausing Your Workout ................................................................................................... 16
Cooling Down After a Workout ....................................................................................... 16
Ending Your Workout ..................................................................................................... 16
Using the Manual Course Mode...................................................................................... 17
Changing the Interval Course Profile .............................................................................. 17
Using the M9.2s Preprogrammed Courses..................................................................... 18
Getting the Most Out of Your Workout ......................................................................... 20
How Hard Should I Exercise? ......................................................................................... 21
How Long Should I Exercise?......................................................................................... 22
How Often Should I Exercise? ........................................................................................ 22
Maintaining Your Treadmill ......................................................................................... 23
Cleaning the Equipment.................................................................................................. 23
Aligning the Running Belt ............................................................................................... 23
Adjusting the Tension of the Belt.................................................................................... 24
Servicing the Treadmill................................................................................................... 25
Power Cord Maintenance................................................................................................ 25
M9.1 and M9.2s Long Term Storage.............................................................................. 25
Obtaining Service ........................................................................................................... 25
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Before You Begin
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Thank you for purchasing the Precor M9.1 or M9.2s Precision Electronic Treadmill. These
treadmills feature one of the most sophisticated and beneficial technologies Precor has ever
created:
Integrated Footplant Technology
.
Integrated Footplant Technology (IFT) is a microprocessor-regulated motor control system. This
patented technology collects motor and belt speed data and uses it to monitor your workout and
enhance your safety and comfort. It replicates the natural walking and running motion of your feet.
By allowing slight, natural speed variations throughout your stride, Precor treadmills reduce shock
and pounding to your body.
The easy-to-understand electronic console provides motivating feedback about your workout which
includes: distance covered, elapsed time, current speed, calories burned, and percent of incline.
On the M9.1, use the easy-to-reach incline crank handle on the console to change incline. On the
M9.2s you can change inclines by pressing the INCLINE key on the electronic console. Inclines
from 0 to 10 percent are available.
Two exercise modes come with the M9.1 treadmill: Manual and Interval. Manual Mode lets you
control your workload throughout your workout session. In the Interval Mode, the treadmill
reminds you to raise and lower the workload during your session in interval training fashion,
helping you to achieve aerobic fitness in a shorter period of time.
Three different modes come with the M9.2s, Manual, Interval, (same as the M9.1) and Program.
Program mode provides ten factory-programmed courses with predetermined inclines where you
choose the speed and distance of your workout. All three modes provide variety to help entice and
motivate you during your workout.
Unpacking the M9.1 or M9.2s Treadmill
The M9.1 or M9.2s Precision Electronic Treadmill is intended for household use only and has many
unique features which set it apart from conventional treadmills. To maximize your use of the
treadmill, please study this manual thoroughly. Your treadmill is carefully inspected before
shipment. Precor ships the unit in seven pieces as listed below:
running bed assembly handrails
lift column assembly lift column trim
electronic console display incline crank handle (M9.1 only)
owner’s manual, limited warranty card, and hardware kit (hardware kit shown in Diagram 1.)
Carefully unpack the pieces of the treadmill and lay them on the floor near the location where you
plan to use the treadmill.
Important: If you have a M9.2s, do not cut the cable tie that runs through the elevation tube and
the lift column. The elevation tube is calibrated at the factory and the plastic cable tie prevents
excessive movement during shipment. While you are unpacking the treadmill, do not cut this cable
tie. It will be cut, when you perform step 7 in the assembly process.
Optional Equipment
Precor Smart Weights
TM
The optional Precor Smart Weights are now available from your local dealer. Smart Weights can
provide variety and intensity to your workout. Its remote capability allows you to work out with a
combination of 1- or 2-pound hand weights and change the treadmill’s incline and speed, or stop
the running belt, without ever touching the electronic console! Handrail carriers provide convenient
locations to store your Smart Weights. Call your local dealer to find out about the details. To locate
the dealer nearest you, call 1-800-4-PRECOR.
This manual explains how to assemble, use,
and maintain the M9.1 or M9.2s Precision
Electronic Treadmill. The following conventions
are used in this manual:
“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 prevent
electrical damage to the equipment and prevent
injuries to yourself or others.
“DANGER:” Indicates steps you must take to
prevent electrical shock.
CAUTION: This unit weighs over 160 pounds.
To avoid injury and to ensure the safety of the
unit and yourself, get adequate assistance
before dropping the sidewalls of the box and
sliding the running bed assembly out of the
box. Do not lift the running bed from the box.
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Diagram 1
Hardware kit
After unpacking the treadmill, open the hardware kit (refer to Diagram 1) and make sure that you
have the following items:
(A) Five flanged nuts — for installing the base plate
(B) four upper handrail console screws
(C) four upper handrail clamp screws
(D) one crank handle screw (M9.1 only)
(E) two external star washers — handrail clamp to column
(F) one 5/32" hex key — upper handrail clamp and display console
(G) one 3/16" hex key — crank handle and lower handrail clamp
(H) one 1/4" hex key — belt tracking and tension adjustment
(I) one magnetic safety key, cord, and clip
If any items are missing, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the treadmill, or call 1-800-
4-PRECOR for the authorized Precor dealer nearest you.
Important: The packaging for this equipment was designed to protect it during shipment. If you
plan on moving in the near future, please store the original packaging in a safe place.
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Setting Up the M9.1 or M9.2s Treadmill
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You do not need any special knowledge or experience to set up the M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill.
However, you must carefully review and follow the instructions in this manual. If you do not
assemble and use this treadmill according to the following guidelines, you could void the Precor
limited warranty.
Installation Requirements
Follow these installation requirements when installing the treadmill:
Fill out and mail the limited warranty card. The serial number is written on a label located
underneath the treadmill on the left, rear corner of the running bed. The best time to locate
and write the serial number onto the limited warranty card and in this owner’s manual is while
the treadmill is on its side during the assembly process. Refer to
Obtaining Service
, page 25.
Additional tools required. To assist with the assembly process, acquire a 7/16" socket and
rachet with a 3" extension.
Set up the treadmill on a solid, flat surface. Do not install the treadmill on deeply padded,
plush, or shag carpeting due to possible damage to the carpet and machine. If the treadmill is
placed on a carpeted surface, place a piece of heavy cardboard, plywood, or other smooth, flat
surface under the unit to protect the carpet and treadmill. If the floor is not even, the running
belt will not track properly. Refer to
Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt
, page 9.
Locate the treadmill at least 4 feet from walls and furniture. Be sure to provide ample space
in front of the machine to allow easy access to the ON/OFF switch. Open space to the sides
and rear of the machine makes for a safer mount and dismount and easier belt adjustment.
Use a standard 120-volt household outlet. Precor recommends that you plug your unit into a
grounded outlet dedicated to a 20 amp house circuit breaker. The treadmill is equipped with a
20 amp circuit breaker to protect the electrical and electronic components from sustained
overloads. An integral 3-prong plug protects the machine and is grounded for your safety.
Assembly Instructions
To assist you in the assembly of the treadmill, the items in the hardware kit, shown in Diagram 1,
correspond to a particular letter in the alphabet. These letters appear throughout the assembly
instructions. Refer to Diagram 1 while performing the steps below.
To assemble the M9.1 or M9.2s treadmill, take the following steps:
1. Locate the power switch at the front of the treadmill. Make sure that the power switch is in the
OFF position and the treadmill’s power cord is unplugged. Do not assemble the treadmill if it
is plugged in and turned ON.
2. Obtain appropriate assistance to lay the treadmill on its left-hand side. Placing the foam
blocks on the hood of the treadmill, as shown in Diagram 2 (on the next page), helps elevate
the treadmill and keep pressure off the hood and side rail during assembly.
Note: Right and left are determined while standing to the rear of the treadmill facing toward
the hood.
CAUTION: Do not remove the 3-prong plug or
otherwise bypass it with an adapter or
extension cord in order to use a non-grounded
outlet.
CAUTION: Do not try to assemble the treadmill
by yourself. Because of the weight of the
treadmill and its parts, get additional help
before performing the following steps.
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3. Pick up and rotate the lift column so that the crossbar is at a 90 degree angle to the base of
the treadmill. The guide tube, on the M9.1 only, should align with the grommet hole in the
crossbeam. Refer to Diagram 2. If necessary, remove the lower cable connector from inside
the crossbar.
4. Slide the crossbar a few inches out of the lift column. Insert the top of the lift column into the
crossbeam. Push the lift column through until the base plate is flush with the crossbeam. See
Diagram 2. Have your assistant support the far end of the lift column.
5. Align the five holes in the lift column’s base plate with the studs in the crossbeam. Have your
assistant slide and hold the lift column into place while you put a flanged nut (A) on each of
the five studs. Finger-tighten the nuts onto the studs.
6. Using your 7/16" socket wrench (a 3" extension rachet is helpful), begin to tighten the flanged
nuts. Alternate between each one, until the base plate is snug up against the crossbeam. Do
not overtighten the nuts.
Note — M9.1 owners: Skip steps 7 and 8 if you have an M9.1 treadmill. Continue to step 9.
7. On the M9.2s, clip the tie wrap holding the clevis pin in the elevation tube. Remove the clevis
and hitch pins. Due to the sensitivity of the lift calibrations, do not rotate the elevation tube
more than 90 degrees in either direction.
8. Carefully align the mounting holes on the crossbar and elevation tube and slide the crossbar
onto the elevation tube. Insert the clevis pin (head of the clevis pin should be toward the rear
of the treadmill) through both holes and re-attach the hitch pin.
Note: The M9.2s lift is elevated to a 1 percent incline for ease of assembly. The functioning
and accuracy the lift mechanism depends on properly installing the clevis and hitch pins.
Install lift
column
Diagram 2
Crossbeam
Elevation tube location (M9.2s only)
Foam blocks
Crossbar
Ribbon cable
Base plate
Lift column
Guide tube (M9.1s only)
Hood
Tie wrap (M9.2s only)
Clevis pin (M9.2s only)
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