Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers® AMT® 885 • AMT® 835 Precor Incorporated 20031 142nd Avenue NE P.O.
Edition Information ASSEMBLING AND MAINTAINING ADAPTIVE MOTION TRAINERS: AMT 885 /835 P/N 300710-301 rev F Copyright © February 2011 Precor Incorporated. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice. Trademark Note Precor, AMT, and EFX are registered trademarks and Preva is a trademark of Precor Incorporated. Other names in this document may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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Important Safety Instructions Read the following precautions thoroughly before you begin assembly, and save them afterward for future reference. Safety Precautions Always follow basic safety precautions when using this equipment to reduce the chance of injury, fire, or damage. Other sections in this manual provide more details of safety features. Be sure to read these sections and observe all safety notices.
6 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Use the power adapter provided with the equipment. Plug the power adapter into an appropriate, grounded power outlet as marked on the equipment. Care should be taken when mounting or dismounting the equipment. Read, understand, and test the emergency stop procedures before use. Keep the power cord or optional power adapter and plug away from heated surfaces.
Important Safety Instructions 7 Maintain the equipment to keep it in good working condition, as described in the Maintenance section of the assembly and maintenance guide. Inspect the equipment for incorrect, worn, or loose components, and then correct, replace or tighten prior to use. If you plan to move the equipment, obtain help and use proper lifting techniques. refer to the "Moving the Equipment" section of the assembly and maintenance guide.
8 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Educating Users Take time to educate users about the Important Safety Instructions found in both the User Reference Manual and Product Owner’s Manual. Explain to your club or facility patrons that they should observe the following precautions: Hold onto a stationary handrail or handlebar while assuming the starting position on the equipment. Face the console at all times.
9 Important Safety Instructions Regulatory Notices for the RFID Module When equipped with a control console as described in this document, this equipment may include a radio-frequency identification (RFID) module. The RFID module has been certified to operate at temperatures between -20ºC and 85°C (-4°F and 185°F). Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) The RFID module conforms to the following national standards defining acceptable limits for radio frequency interference (RFI).
10 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Industry Canada This device complies with RSS-210:2007 of the Spectrum Management & Telecommunications Radio Standards Specification. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
11 Important Safety Instructions Regulatory Notices for Cardiovascular Exercise Equipment The regulatory information in this section applies to the exercise equipment and its control console. Safety Approvals for Cardiovascular Equipment Precor equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following applicable safety standards.
12 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Industry Canada This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Important Safety Instructions 13 Electrical Recommendations: All Equipment Excluding Treadmills Note: This is a recommendation only. NEC (National Electric Code) guidelines or local region electric codes must be followed. For equipment fitted with a P80 console or Personal Viewing System (PVS) screen a separate power connection is required. For a 20 amp branch circuit up to 10 screens can be connected.
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ................................................... 5 Safety Precautions ................................................................................ 5 Educating Users ..................................................................................... 8 Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal .................................... 8 Product Recycling and Disposal ........................................................
Important Safety Instructions Maintenance ............................................................................ 37 Daily Cleaning...................................................................................... 37 Daily Inspection................................................................................... 38 Weekly Maintenance......................................................................... 39 Monthly Maintenance ...................................................................
Chapter 1 Assembling the AMT Important: The instructions in the following procedures are described from the perspective of a person standing directly in front of the equipment (that is, on the opposite side of the control console from a person using the equipment). These descriptions may not match the names of certain parts in the parts list, because such parts are named relative to the back of the equipment.
18 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Hardware Kit (not to scale) The hardware kit shipped with this equipment contains the fasteners and other hardware components shown in the following table. Before you begin assembly, make sure that your hardware kit is complete. If not, please contact Precor Customer Support.
19 Assembling the AMT Required Tools ⁵₁₆-inch hex wrench ⁵₃₂-inch hex wrench #2 Phillips screwdriver Rubber mallet SAE standard socket set Wire cutter Torque wrench (calibrated in inch-pounds) Performing the Assembly DANGER Do not attempt to connect electrical power until all assembly procedures are complete and the console is properly installed. Follow these steps to assemble the AMT base unit. To begin assembly: 1.
20 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 3. Insert the end caps into the front frame tube. If necessary, use a rubber mallet to tap them into place. Figure 2: Removal of unit from pallet and insertion of end caps To attach the handlebars: 1. Slide a plastic boot onto each handlebar. Figure 3: Boot attachment 2. Use the following graphic to determine the proper position of the handlebars.
21 Assembling the AMT Note: When the handlebars are mounted correctly, each bends slightly outward. Figure 4: View of handlebar placement 3. Attach the handlebars using four ⁵₁₆-inch x 1¾-inch hex head screws, eight ⁵₁₆-inch washers, and four ⁵₁₆-inch locknuts. Using a torque wrench, tighten the fasteners with 180 to 200 inch-pounds of torque. Figure 5: Handlebar attachment 4.
22 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Removing Access Covers With its access covers removed, the AMT provides easy access to its cables and internal components. Tip: In the following procedure, set aside the covers and their mounting hardware in groups, in the order in which you remove them. This simplifies reinstallation later. To remove the access covers: 1.
23 Assembling the AMT To thread new cables through the equipment: 1. Select the console power cable (red and black, individual leads), the Ethernet cable (flat and black), or the television cable (round and black). 2. Thread the cable through the center column at the front of the equipment. 3. Guide the end of the cable through the gap at the bottom of the center column, then attach it to the appropriate connector on the jack panel.
24 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Replacing Access Covers After you install the console cables, you can return the access covers to their previous positions on the equipment. To replace the access covers: 1. Snap the front cover back into place. Reinsert the two buttonhead screws you removed with the front cover, then tighten them using a ⁵₃₂” hex wrench. 2. Position the top column cover between the handlebars and the body of the AMT.
25 Assembling the AMT 2. Reposition the adjustable feet as needed. If you want to … Then turn the adjustable feet … Raise the front end of the AMT Counterclockwise Lower the front end of the AMT Clockwise Figure 7: Location of adjustable feet 3. When you are finished positioning the adjustable feet, place the unit on the floor. Try rocking it again, as described in step 1, to verify that it is level. 4. To install the rear pedestal, align it over the rear crosspiece and press it gently into place.
26 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Breaking in the Equipment Precor equipment does not require an actual break-in period. However, moving components such as belts, gears, and bearings can settle while the equipment is being stored or shipped. This can cause the equipment to operate with a small amount of roughness or noise when it starts up for the first time. The equipment usually returns to smooth operation after a day or two of normal use.
Chapter 2 Installing the Console To make installation easier, all Precor Experience Series consoles use the same mounting hardware and connector locations whenever possible. The installation sequence for any of them is as follows: Threading the cable assembly Connecting cables Completing the installation (tightening the mounting screws and attaching the back cover) The following sections describe how to perform these tasks.
28 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Important: Before you begin the following procedure, remove the rear cover from the control console. To remove the cover, use your fingernails to pry the lower edge loose, then swing the cover up and out as shown in the following illustration. Figure 9: Removing the access cover from the P80 console To thread the cable assembly: 1.
29 Installing the Console Connecting Cables (P80) After the console has been seated, separate the individual cables out of the end of the cable assembly and attach them to the appropriate circuit connectors inside the console. Refer to the following diagram and table to identify the cables and connectors. Figure 11: Cable connections, P80 console Table 1.
30 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Cable Connector Type Heart rate sensors Four-contact strip, keyed Safety key (treadmills only) Six-contact strip, keyed CSAFE Eight-contact modular, on flat gray cable Auto Stop sensor (treadmills only) Four-contact strip, keyed Circuit Connector Location To simplify installation and maintenance, route and connect cables 1 through 5 according to the following instructions.
Installing the Console 31 The following illustration shows how the cable is positioned once it is installed. Figure 12: Connecting the television cable Connecting the Ethernet and Base Unit Data Cables Both the Ethernet and base unit data cables pass through the cutaway opening at the upper right corner of the back plate and connect to nearby modular jacks in the console. Because of this, it is important to exercise caution when connecting the cables.
32 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Connecting the Heart Rate Sensor Cable The heart rate sensor cable passes through the cutaway opening at the upper left corner of the back plate, then down to the small circuit board at the lower left of the console. The following illustration shows how the cable should look once it is installed.
Installing the Console 33 Completing the Console Installation (P80) Before you complete the final installation steps, double-check the connections you have made. Make sure that all cables are fully and securely connected, and that any unneeded cables are tied back properly. To complete the installation: 1. Feed extra cable back into the neck tube. 2.
34 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 To thread the cable assembly: 1. Make sure that as much of each cable as possible passes through the opening in the middle of the console mount on the base unit. 2. Position the console over the console mount. 3. Rest the console on the console mount so that the notch on the bottom of the console’s back plate rests on the rectangular hook at the bottom of the console mount, as shown in the following figure.
35 Installing the Console Connecting Cables (P30) After the console has been seated, separate the individual cables out of the end of the cable assembly and attach them to the appropriate circuit connectors inside the console. Refer to the following diagram and table to identify the cables and connectors. Figure 17: Cable connections, P30 console Table 2.
36 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Completing the Console Installation (P30) Before you complete the final installation steps, double-check the connections you have made. Make sure that all cables are fully and securely connected, and that any unneeded cables are tied back properly. To complete the installation: 1. Feed extra cable back into the neck tube. 2.
Chapter 3 Maintenance To keep the equipment functioning properly, perform the minor maintenance tasks in this section at the intervals shown on the maintenance checklist. Failure to maintain the equipment as described in this section could void the Precor Limited Warranty. DANGER To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always disconnect the equipment from its power source before cleaning it or performing any maintenance tasks.
38 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Alternatively, you can clean the equipment with Athletix fitness equipment cleaning wipes (for more information, visit www.athletixproducts.com) CAUTION: Read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions, particularly dilution instructions, before using any cleaner on Precor fitness equipment.
39 Maintenance Weekly Maintenance Perform the following maintenance tasks every week: 1. Disconnect the external power supply. 2. Clean the floor under the equipment using a vacuum cleaner or a damp mop. 3. Verify that the stair-arm bumpers are aligned correctly. 4. When the floor is completely dry, reconnect the power (if necessary). 5. Test all console functions, including heart rate monitoring features. 6. Verify that the unit sits squarely on the floor.
40 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Storing the Chest Strap If you purchased the optional heart rate chest strap, store it in a place where it remains free of dust and dirt (for example, in a closet or drawer). Be sure to protect the chest strap from extremes in temperature. Do not store it in a place 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.
Chapter 4 Self-Powered Features Important: This chapter of the manual describes Precor fitness equipment that can operate without being connected to AC power. This includes units equipped with P40 or P20 consoles. However, P80 consoles must be connected to AC power through their power supplies to operate. For this reason, this chapter does not apply to units equipped with P80 consoles. On self-powered equipment, the system initializes and displays the Welcome screen when a user starts exercising.
42 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Informational Displays Prior to Shutdown The equipment saves its battery charge by moving into a shutdown mode. If the user does not maintain the minimum rate of motion, a 30-second shutdown process begins. In this mode, the console displays a countdown indicator and ignores all keypresses. If no movement is detected or the rate of motion remains below the minimum, the indicator changes as the countdown continues.
Self-Powered Features 43 The control console functions differently when the power adapter is connected. Because the power adapter provides a constant source of power, a user can pause for brief periods without initiating shutdown procedures. When the pause time limit expires and the user has not resumed exercising, the console returns to the Welcome screen. The default pause time is 30 seconds for all fitness equipment.
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Chapter 5 Commercial Cardiovascular Equipment Limited Warranty PLEASE READ THESE WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR PRECOR INCORPORATED PRODUCT. BY USING THE EQUIPMENT, YOU ARE CONSENTING TO BE BOUND BY THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Limited Warranty. Precor Incorporated warrants all new Precor products to be free from defects in materials and manufacture for the warranty periods set forth below.
46 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 Options / Accessories 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.
Commercial Cardiovascular Equipment Limited Warranty 47 This Limited Warranty shall not apply to: 1. Software version upgrades. 2. Software defects that do not materially and negatively affect the normal performance of the product under normal conditions of use. 3.
48 Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers: AMT 885 /835 EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES.
Assembling and Maintaining Adaptive Motion Trainers® AMT® 885 • AMT® 835 Precor Incorporated 20031 142nd Avenue NE P.O.
Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Precor Incorporated 20031 142nd Avenue NE P.O.
Edition Information Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console P/N 301096-141 Copyright ©2011 Precor Incorporated. All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice. Trademark Note Precor, AMT, and EFX are registered trademarks and Preva is a trademark of Precor Incorporated. Other names in this document may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Chapter 1 Important Safety Instructions This apparatus (hereinafter referred to as the console) is intended to be shipped with a new Precor exercise equipment (hereinafter referred to as the base unit). It is not packaged for individual sale. WARNING To prevent injury, the console must be attached securely to the base unit following all assembly and installation instructions shipped with the base unit. The console is intended to be connected to AC mains power through the furnished power supply ONLY.
4 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Do not allow children, or people unfamiliar with the operation of this equipment, on or near it. Do not leave children unsupervised around the equipment. Make sure all users wear proper exercise clothing and shoes for their workouts and avoid loose or dangling clothing. Users should not wear shoes with heels or leather soles, and they should check the soles of their shoes to remove any dirt and embedded stones.
Important Safety Instructions 5 Proper Location for Equipment For all equipment other than treadmills: Locate at least 40 inches (1 meter) away from walls or furniture on either side of the equipment, and 40 inches (1 meter) away from objects behind the equipment. For treadmills: Locate at least 40 inches (1 meter) away from walls or furniture on either side of the treadmill, and at least 80 inches (2 meters) away from objects behind the treadmill.
6 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console When using the treadmill, always attach the safety clip to your clothing before beginning your workout. Failure to use the safety clip may pose a greater risk of injury in the event of a fall. CAUTION: DO NOT remove the cover, or you may risk injury due to electric shock. Read the assembly and maintenance guide before operating. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Contact Customer Support if the equipment needs servicing.
7 Important Safety Instructions Regulatory Notices for Cardiovascular Exercise Equipment The regulatory information in this section applies to the exercise equipment and its control console. Safety Approvals for Cardiovascular Equipment Precor equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following applicable safety standards.
8 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Industry Canada This device complies with RSS-210:2007 of the Spectrum Management & Telecommunications Radio Standards Specification. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Important Safety Instructions 9 Important: A true dedicated branch circuit provides discrete hot, neutral, and ground lines to each plug. These lines must not be looped or "daisy-chained" to any other lines in any way. For non-powered equipment fitted a Personal Viewing System (PVS) screens, up to 10 consoles or PVS screens can be connected to a single 20 amp dedicated branch circuit, or up to 7 consoles to a single 15 amp dedicated branch circuit.
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Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ................................................... 3 Safety Precautions .................................................................................3 Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal .................................... 6 Product Recycling and Disposal ....................................................... 6 Regulatory Notices for Cardiovascular Exercise Equipment ......................................................................
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Chapter 2 Getting Started The P30 console offers administrators the ability to set default values that meet their specific needs. These settings include items like language, units of measure, and setting a maximum allowed workout time for each piece of equipment. Activating the Console for Self-Powered Equipment Precor equipment is either self-powered or externally powered using an optional power adapter. Self-powered equipment requires the user exercise to initialize the battery.
14 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Optional Use of the Power Adapter An optional AC power adapter provides sustained power to the equipment. This adapter allows you to change settings without having to pedal the equipment. To purchase the power adapter, contact your dealer. If you purchase the optional power adapter, you must also purchase the internal cable kit. The kit supplies the cable, bracket, and fasteners that connect the power adapter to the lower electronics board.
15 Getting Started Identifying Parts of the Console The following diagram provides information about the console keys. The number and actions of the console keys may differ slightly depending on the type of equipment. Figure 3: P30 console keys Table 1.
16 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Number Part Name Details • Muscle • Monitor - EFX • Stride Length - AMT • • Rate per Minute Climber The Muscle Monitor displays the muscles used to perform that workout. • Stride Length describes the length of your steps during a workout. • Rate per Minute displays the number of meters, feet, or steps that a user has gained during a workout.
17 Getting Started Number Part Name Details Options - All • equipment except AMT • Press to enter Goals, Language, Weight, Age, and Target Heart Rate information, More Options Press More Metrics to view additional metric information for all equipment except the AMT Metrics: • Percent Complete • Time in Zone • Segment Time Remaining • Average Speed • Pace - Treadmill only • Calories per Minute • Calories per Hour • WATTS • METS • Target HR • Average HR • Elevations - Treadmill an
18 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Number Part Name Number pad Details Use to enter numerical information such as age, weight, and passwords. Press Clear to delete the numbers entered. Press Enter after you have entered numbers on this number pad.
Chapter 3 Setting Up the Console Use the System Settings mode to configure settings in a way that benefits your users and your facility. The System Settings menu is visible only to administrators and registered service technicians. Changes made to these settings are saved to the fitness equipment. The System Settings categories are: Club Settings Informational Display System Settings System Setting features remain hidden from club patrons and can only be accessed using special keypresses.
20 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Note: On self-powered equipment, the battery initializes when you begin working out. You must maintain a minimum rate of motion for the Welcome banner to appear. The changes made in System Setting modes become the default settings when the display resets to the Welcome banner. CAUTION: If you change the Unit of Measure display on the treadmill, check the speed setting to verify that it is correct. To view the Club Parameters settings: 1.
Setting Up the Console 21 Setting Club Parameter Values Use this information to customize the equipment for your setting. Safety Code (Treadmill only) Value Range: Enabled or Disabled (Default: Disabled) When the equipment is shipped from the factory, the safety code protection feature is disabled. If you enable the safety code, your users will need to enter a four digit number to begin their exercise session and start the running belt.
22 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Set Max Workout Time (All Equipment) Value Range: 1 to 240 minutes (Default: 60 minutes) You can set a maximum workout time per session. Choose a time limit between 1 and 240 minutes, or select No Limit if you do not want to set a time limit. For example, if you set the time limit to 20 minutes, users can only enter a workout time between 1 and 20 minutes. Select No Limit if you do not want to set a time limit.
23 Setting Up the Console Creating a Custom Workout Value Range: ON or OFF (Default Value: OFF) Create a customized program for your workout. Note: This option is not available on all equipment. To create a custom program: 1. At the SET CUSTOM PROGRAM prompt, press OK. The program profile appears in the display and a blinking column indicates your starting point. 2. Press the down arrow key on the navigational keypad, to select the column you want to change. 3.
24 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console 6. When you have finished creating your program, press OK to save the program profile, and return to the Welcome banner. Press BACK, to exit this setting without saving your changes to the custom profile. Set Speed Limit (Treadmill only) Value Range: Full speed range of equipment (Default: Maximum speed) This setting limits how fast the running belt moves and, consequently, the number of speed settings that are available to the user.
25 Setting Up the Console Set Resistance Range (Bike only) Value Range: High, Medium, or Low (Default: High) You can set a low, medium, or high base resistance on the recumbent or upright bikes. There are 25 levels of resistance within each base setting, but the base setting affects the overall resistance range. The following ranges are available: High: Provides full resistance range Medium: Provides approximately two thirds of the resistance that is available within the high group setting.
26 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Viewing the Informational Displays Information Display settings are values that provide you with information about the equipment. Types of information contained in this setting group include, an event log, software and equipment serial numbers, and usage information. To view the System settings: 1. At the Welcome banner, press Pause. 2. Press the following number keys in sequence to enter the password: 65 3. Press Enter.
27 Setting Up the Console Product Value Information provided All UPPER BASE SW Upper base application software version PART NUMBER All LOWER BASE SW PART NUMBER Lower application software version All METRICS BOARD Software number on the Metrics Board AMT STRIDE DIAL SW Stride Dial software number PART NUMBER All SERIAL NUMBER Used to determine exact model and type of equipment All USAGE LOG All EVENT LOG • The number of times each program has been used and displays the associated cumula
28 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Event Number Description of Event 09 Lower PCA memory test event 10 Line Frequency out of acceptable range 11 Watchdog (Upper PCA) low voltage power 12 Watchdog (Lower PCA) low voltage power 13 Fan at incorrect speed (version 1 treadmills) 14 Fan fail (lower PCA) 15 AC input voltage too high 16 AC input voltage too low 20 Too many maximum power requests in one second 21 Too many maximum consecutive power requests 22 No motor pulses at sta
29 Setting Up the Console User ID Entry with CSAFE Equipment This equipment is fully compatible with CSAFE protocols. When the equipment is connected to a CSAFE master device, the user is prompted to press ENTER and begin an identification process. The user ID is displayed as five zeros and indicates the starting point. The following table describes key functions while in CSAFE mode. Table 6. CSAFE access keys Keys Function Number Keypad Use the number keys to enter a user ID.
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Chapter 4 Introducing Users to the P30 Console CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, see your physician for a thorough physical examination. Seek advice from your physician to learn the target heart rate appropriate for your fitness level. The P30 console offers an easy-to-follow display and multiple programs to help people meet their exercise needs.
32 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console To use the touch heart rate feature, place the palm of your hands directly on the metal heart rate sensors on the equipment’s handlebars. To ensure a more accurate heart rate readout, make sure you follow these tips: Both hands must grip the sensors for your heart rate to register. It takes a number of consecutive heart beats (15-20 seconds) for your heart rate to register. When gripping the sensors, do not grip tightly. Keep a loose, cupping hold.
33 Introducing Users to the P30 Console Using a Chest Strap Transmitter WARNING Signals used by the heart rate straps may interfere with pacemakers or other implanted devices. Consult your physician and the manufacturers of your heart rate strap and implanted device before using a heart rate strap. Wearing a chest strap transmitter during your workout provides steady heart rate information.
34 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Using the Treadmill Safety Clip The treadmill is equipped with two different stop functions, which behave as follows: If the user … Then the treadmill belt … And the console … Presses down on the red Slows to a STOP button stop Shows that the exercise workout is paused Pulls on the lanyard Slows to a stop attached to the safety clip and trips the restart switch Shows the words PUSH TO RESET SWITCH and an arrow pointing to the Restart switch The restart s
Introducing Users to the P30 Console 35 If the restart switch trips during exercise, perform the following steps: 1. Reattach the safety clip if necessary. 2. Press the restart switch down until it clicks, returning it to its normal position. Note: If the restart switch trips, all information about the current workout is deleted. 3. Start the workout from the beginning, reducing the time as needed to account for the amount of exercise that has been completed.
36 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Treadmill Auto Stop™ (Automatic Stop) Function Important: The default setting for this feature is ON. An administrator can turn off this feature in the System Settings; however, Precor recommends it remain ON. The Auto Stop™ (Automatic Stop) feature is designed to bring the treadmill to a gradual stop when it is not in use. This might occur if a user steps off the treadmill before the end of a workout and leaves the treadmill running.
Chapter 5 Starting a Workout CAUTION: If you are using a treadmill, be sure to attach the security clip to your clothing before starting your workout. The equipment is in the Welcome state when the words SELECT A WORKOUT OR PRESS QUICKSTART TO BEGIN scroll across the scrolling upper text display and PRECOR scrolls on the lower text display. If the equipment is connected to CSAFE, the words SELECT A WORKOUT, PRESS QUICKSTART, OR ENTER TO BEGIN scroll across the upper text display.
38 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Starting a Preset Programmed Workout Preset workouts are a great way to tailor your workouts to your fitness goals, stay challenged, and add variety to your sessions. The P30 includes the following preset programs depending on the type of equipment: Manual Heart Rate Interval Weight Loss Fat Burner Variety Performance Setting Options Goal, Language, and Unit options can be set before you begin a workout.
39 Starting a Workout To choose a unit of measure before you begin exercising: 1. From the Welcome banner, press OPTIONS. 2. Press OPTIONS twice to go UNITS. 3. Use the Up and Down arrows to select a unit of measure. 4. Once you have selected a unit of measure, press OK. Setting Options after You Begin a Workout Once you begin a Quick Start workout or choose a Workout, you can enter your Weight and Age, and a Target Heart Rate goal. The Language and Units settings are also available.
40 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Pausing and Resuming an Exercise Session When you interrupt a workout, the equipment responds in one of two ways, depending on how it is powered. Paused (Externally Powered Equipment) When the session is paused, the belt speed is slowly reduced to zero, or the resistance is slowly reduced to the minimum. The lift motor is turned off leaving the incline or crossramp at its current position. Data entry is canceled.
41 Starting a Workout Ending a Session 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. In addition, a three to five minute cool down allows your heart rate to return to its normal, resting state. At the end of your workout, a Summary screen displays your average heart rate during your workout and your accumulated workout metrics.
42 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Three different types of metrics are captured during a workout. Controlled Metrics can be set and changed. They include: Resistance Level (AMT, EFX, bike) Speed (treadmill) Incline (treadmill) Steps/Minute (climber) Current Performance Metrics describe the intensity of a workout in real time.
43 Starting a Workout Programs Preset workouts are a great way to tailor your workouts to your fitness goals, stay challenged, and add variety to your sessions. Most P30 equipment contains six preset workouts. Manual Heart Rate Interval Weight Loss Variety Performance The one exception is the AMT. It does not contain Variety or Performance workouts, and the Weight Loss workout has been replaced with a Fat Burner workout.
44 Operating and Maintaining the P30 Console Weight Loss The workout time is fixed at 28 minutes. The workout consists of four intervals, each lasting eight minutes. You can change the resistance at any time during the work interval. Variety During this workout, resistance and speed vary throughout the workout in a random pattern.
Chapter 6 Maintenance To keep the equipment functioning properly, perform the minor maintenance tasks in this section at the intervals suggested. Failure to maintain the equipment as described in this section could void the Precor Limited Warranty. DANGER To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always disconnect the equipment from its power source before cleaning it or performing any maintenance tasks. If the equipment uses an optional power adapter, disconnect the adapter.
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