Precor M9.25i manual

page 1 USA R Owner’ s Man ual Low Impact T readmill with the Cardiologic TM System featuring Smart Rate ® R[...]

page 2 When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be taken, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the M9.25i. These instructions are written to ensure your safety and to protect the unit. Before beginning any fitness program, you should obtain a complete physical examination by your physician. Il e[...]

page 3 Personal Safety • Assemble and operate the treadmill on a solid, level surface. Locate the treadmill at least 4 feet from walls or furniture. Keep the area behind the treadmill clear. • Check the M9.25i before each use. Completely assemble the treadmill before using it. • Turn OFF (O) and unplug the treadmill when adjusting or working [...]

page 4 • Keep the equipment dry. Although the chest strap should not be immersed in water, wetting the electrodes and your chest will improve the initial performance. Note that perspiration on the chest strap during workouts is normal and actually enhances the signal being sent from the chest strap’s transmitter. • To conduct the electrical i[...]

page 5 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 limi[...]

page 6 Table of Contents Before You Begin ............................................................ 7 Unpacking the Treadmill ................................................................. 7 Setting Up the Low Impact Treadmill ............................ 9 Installation Requirements ............................................................[...]

page 7 Before Y ou Begin 1 This manual explains how to assemble, use, and maintain the M9.25i Low Impact 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: ” [...]

page 8 After unpacking the treadmill, open the hardware kit (refer to Diagram 1) and make sure that you have the following items: (A) four frame-to-base plate bolts (B) two water bottle cage mounting bolts (C) two lower handrail clamp bolts (D) four split star washers—place on frame-to-base bolts (E) four internal star washers—2 for lower handr[...]

page 9 Setting Up the Low Impact T readmill 2 CAUTION: Do not remove or otherwise bypass the 3-prong plug with an adapter or extension cord in order to use a non-grounded outlet. Electrical damage can occur if the treadmill is connected to an improper power source. You do not need any special knowledge or experience to set up a M9.25i treadmill. Ho[...]

page 10 2. Remove the treadmill’s hood using a phillips head screwdriver. Unscrew all six screws and set them aside. See Diagram 2. Grasp both sides of the hood with your hands and pull up to remove the hood from the base. Diagram 2 Hood Screw Base Remove the hood. Wheel PRECOR PRECOR Diagram 3 Upright column support Lower board Front plate Ribbo[...]

page 11 6. Secure the upright column support to the base by lifting it into position onto the base mounting plate. See Diagram 4. Align the bolt holes and hold onto the upright column support as you insert the frame-to-base bolts and finger tighten. Alternately tighten each bolt using the 5/16" hex key (F) provided. 7. With the upright column [...]

page 12 10. To mount the lower portion of the handrails, take the lower handrail clamps (J), two of the internal star washers (E), and lower handrail clamp bolts (C) out of the hardware kit. Refer to Diagram 6 while taking the following steps: Note : Perform these steps on one side of the treadmill before proceeding to the other side. a. Put one in[...]

page 13 11. Return to the upper handrail clamp, check to see that the foam on the handrails touches the edge of the clamp, readjust the handrails if necessary, and tighten the bolts securely using the 3/16" hex key (H) provided. 12. Install the water bottle cage by placing one internal star washer (E) on each of the mounting bolts (B). Positio[...]

page 14 CAUTION: Do not walk on the running belt during this procedure. Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt The belt is aligned at the factory before shipment. However, during shipment or by using the treadmill on an uneven surface, the belt might move off center. Proper belt alignment is important because it allows the belt to remain center[...]

page 15 SAFETY KEY BELOW 3 As simple as using the M9.25i Low Impact Treadmill might seem, you should read this section so that you can use the treadmill safely and effectively. This section of the owner’s manual provides the basic information you need for exercising on your treadmill, including the following: • locating the ON and OFF switch ?[...]

page 16 Removing the safety key does not turn OFF the treadmill. If the safety key becomes dislodged from inside its compartment, the running belt and any incline movement stops and a message “ RESET SAFETY SWITCH ” scrolls across the display until the safety key is replaced. Replacing the safety key causes the treadmill to return to its place [...]

page 17 User I.D: One of four user I.D.’s can appear on the display. Choosing a user I.D. enables the treadmill to identify you and track your cumulative workout statistics. It stores information about your weight, preferred program, cumulative workout statistics, fitness score, perceived level of fitness, and track record. If other people use th[...]

page 18 If you have used the course being displayed, the record time or distance appears in the right display window. Your record distance appears with time-based courses and your record time appears with distance-based courses. For example, if you run or walk a five kilometer course (program number “ 5 ”), the record time it took to complete t[...]

page 19 Incline : The M9.25i treadmill provides inclines from 0% to 15%. You can change the incline and decrease or increase the level of your workout by pressing the INCLINE ▼▲ keys. The Incline display is set to scan and alternates with the Distance and Speed displays. Note : To display your incline anytime during your workout, briefly touch [...]

page 20 QUICK START™: Provides two different options to bypass the setup prompts: • If you press QUICK START at the Precor banner, a message scrolls across the display “ Belt Starting 3, 2, 1,... ” The running belt begins moving at 1 mph and the Manual course profile appears in the display. When you press Hold to Reset or stop your workout,[...]

page 21 4 A variety of exercise options are available on the M9.25i. Refer to the course profiles printed on the label attached to the electronic console. Before using your treadmill, we recommend that you follow the instructions found in this section which include: • exercising on the treadmill • creating and using custom courses • cooling d[...]

page 22 4. Straddle the running belt with your feet firmly planted on the right and left staging platforms. (Stand close enough to the electronic console so that you can extend your arms and touch the keys.) Attach the safety clip to your clothing near your waistline. Note : To access the Manual program, press QUICK START while the Precor banner sc[...]

page 23 Cooling Down After Your Workout Cooling down after your workout helps reduce muscle stiffness and soreness by transporting excess lactic acid out of the working muscles. It also helps your heart rate return to its normal (non-exercising) state. The M9.25i treadmill automatically incorporates a cool-down period into your workout. (The automa[...]

page 24 CAUTION : The QUICK START key automatically starts the running belt after the warning message appears, “ Belt Starting 3, 2, 1,... ” Always hold onto the handrail with one hand and use the other hand to press QUICK START or any other keys on the console. Do not release your grip on the handrail until you are comfortable with the movemen[...]

page 25 Using the Random Course Choosing the Random course “ 7 ” provides variable course profiles. Each course profile is “randomly” selected by the M9.25i software. Every time a Random course is selected, a different course profile appears. The Random course has no time or distance limit, you need to press STOP when you have completed you[...]

page 26 6. As you work out through the 8-mile course, you can continue to change the incline by using the INCLINE ▼▲ keys to change the cell that is blinking. You cannot “go back” to a cell once you move beyond it. However, you can pause by pressing STOP. Prompts appear and scroll across the display: • To save your changes and quit — pr[...]

page 27 4. Once you have finished your workout, press STOP. To add the accumulated cool-down statistics (Distance and Calories) to your workout statistics, continue to press Hold to Reset. The user I.D. prompt appears. When the running belt comes to a complete stop, straddle the running belt, remove the safety clip from your clothing, and step off [...]

page 28 Using the Interval Courses The interval courses are among the best for conditioning your cardiovascular system. The courses are designed to raise and lower your heart rate in a repeating fashion for an indefinite period of time. Refer to Using Smart Rate and Getting the Most Out of Your Workout to learn about your target and training zones.[...]

page 29 The Precor Cardiologic TM System has many unique features. Before you use the chest strap transmitter, Cardiovascular Course, Fitness Test, or Weight Loss program, please study this section thoroughly. Included in this section are the following: • wearing the chest strap transmitter • using the weight loss program • understanding Smar[...]

page 30 Understanding Smart Rate ® The M9.25i software incorporates the latest in cardiac monitoring to provide Smart Rate ® —a visual aid that lets you know what your heart rate is doing. When you use the Precor Heart Rate Option, the graph on the display lights up with colored cells to show your exercise intensity. The blinking cell indicates[...]

page 31 • You should not use the Cardiovascular Course or take the Fitness Test if you are taking any medications that either speed up or slow down your heart rate. Since the test is based on your heart rate response during varying levels of exercise, medications can invalidate the test. • Do not drink caffeine or smoke cigarettes for at least [...]

page 32 Note : If your heart rate cannot be detected or no heart rate information is transmitted for more than 20 seconds, dashes scroll across the display. 5. When you reach the time limit for the course, a cool-down period begins. The running belt slows and the incline returns to 0% incline. Note : The speed remains constant if you were at or bel[...]

page 33 Important : Six stages ( 3 minute intervals) comprise the Fitness Test. The number of stages you complete is dependent on your level of fitness. Do not be alarmed if you do not complete all six stages; this is normal. However, you must complete at least two stages to receive a fitness score. Stopping or pausing during the Fitness Test, inva[...]

page 34 Using the Weight Loss Program The Weight Loss program uses the Smart Rate ® system and incorporates the results of the Cooper Institute’s latest research on weight loss and control. It’s designed to help you burn the most calories during a 28-minute workout, while minimizing the risk of discomfort and injury. Performed three or four ti[...]

page 35 Troubleshooting Heart Rate Error Messages While you are performing the cardiovascular courses, situations can arise that cause certain messages to scroll across the M9.25i display. These messages indicate that a problem has occurred and briefly explain what to do to correct the situation. Several messages have a variety of solutions. These [...]

page 36 Message : “ SORRY—INCONSISTENT DATA” “PLEASE RETAKE TEST AT A LATER TIME ” Description : The software calculated your fitness test score to be equal or greater than 80. This score is nearly impossible to attain under ideal circumstances. It indicates that your heart rate is extremely low for the amount of work accomplished or the [...]

page 37 To help you get started in planning and carrying out your fitness program, this section provides some basic information on aerobic exercise—such as how hard you should work out, how long each session should be, and how often you need to exercise to benefit from a regular program. A workout on the M9.25i Low Impact Treadmill provides excel[...]

page 38 Diagram 16 shows your recommended heart rate training zone, which is calculated using your age and your maximum aerobic heart rate. Your maximum aerobic heart rate is equal to 220 minus your age. The chart is based on a resting heart rate of about 72 for males and 80 for females. Your optimum training zone is between 65% and 80% of your max[...]

page 39 How Long Should I Exercise? The length of each exercise session depends on your fitness level. Exercise physiologists have determined that, to attain cardiovascular benefits from exercise, you should maintain your heart rate in its training zone for at least 15 minutes. This is in addition to your warm-up time, and does not include cool dow[...]

page 40 Maintaining the M9.25i Low Impact T readmill 7 The M9.25i Low Impact Treadmill requires little maintenance to keep it running smoothly and efficiently. However, the customer is responsible for the typical maintenance tasks such as, cleaning the treadmill and adjusting the running belt. If you fail to maintain the treadmill as described belo[...]

page 41 2. Remove the old battery and replace it with a fresh one. Make sure that the positive (+) side is up facing you. 3. Screw the battery cover back into place. 4. Test the battery by putting on the chest strap as described in Wearing the Chest Strap Transmitter . Stand within 3 feet and face the electronic console. (Be sure that the treadmill[...]

page 42 3. Insert the Safety key, turn ON the treadmill, press the QUICK START key, and then increase the running belt speed to 3 mph (5 kph) by pressing the SPEED ▲ key. 4. Observe the running belt for a couple of minutes. The belt should track centered on the running bed. 5. Press STOP to stop the running belt. 6. If the belt needs additional a[...]

page 43 Displaying the Odometer and Software Version To display the total number of miles or kilometers that the treadmill has accumulated, the software version number, and the error messages stored in memory, take the following steps: 1. In rapid succession, press STOP, SPEED ▲ and then SPEED ▼ . (The numbers 6, 5 appear on the display as you [...]

page 44 Precor Incorporated P.O. Box 3004 Bothell, WA USA 98041-3004 P/N 37974-101 9/97 USA R M9.25i Low Impact T readmill featuring Smart Rate ® with the Cardiologic System Specifications Length: 67 inches (170 cm) Width: Handrails 28.5 inches (71 cm) Base 25 inches (63.5 cm) Height: 44 inches Running surface: 51 inches by 17 inches (129.5 cm by [...]