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Commercial Treadmill Owner’s Manual
COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION IMPOR IMPOR IMPORT T TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPOR IMPORT TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using the C966 treadmill, always follow basic precautions, including the following: To ensure your safety and to protect the unit, read all the instructions before assem- bling and using the treadmill. To ensure the proper use and safety of the treadmill, make sure that all users read this manual. Please
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION IMPOR IMPOR IMPORT T TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPOR IMPORT TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Never step off the treadmill while the running belt is moving. Keep your body and head facing forward. Never attempt to turn around on the treadmill. Never turn ON the treadmill when someone is standing on the machine. Never block the air openings on the hood while operating the treadmill. Keep the air openi
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ..........................................2 Safety Approval ..................................................................... 3 Grounding Instructions ........................................................... 3 Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) ........................................ 6 European Applications ........................................................... 6 Obtaining Service ..........................
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Table of Contents Exercising on the Treadmill............................................33 Using the Security Clip ........................................................... 33 Pause, Cool Down, Summary and Exit Features .................... 33 Quick Steps to Working Out ................................................... 35 Workout Tips .......................................................................... 35 Cooling Down After a Workout ......................
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (RFI) Federal Communications Commission Part 15 The treadmill has been tested and found to comply with: The IEC EMC Directive (international electromagnetic compatibility certification) The limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial installation. The treadmill generates, uses, and can radiate radio fr
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION OBTAINING SERVICE Do not attempt to service the treadmill yourself except for the maintenance tasks described in this manual. The treadmill does not contain any user-serviceable parts. For information about product operation or service, visit the Precor Web Site at www.precor.com or contact an authorized Precor Commercial Products Customer Support Representative at 1-888-665-4404. To help customer support personnel expedite your call, have your serial number availabl
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Unpacking the Treadmill Thank you for purchasing the Precor C966 treadmill. Built to the exacting standards of the health club environment, the treadmill is intended for commercial use and can withstand the rigors of daily club use with little maintenance. Important: Before using the treadmill, we urge you to familiarize yourself and your staff with the entire Owner’s Manual. Understanding this manual will help you and your customers use the treadmill safely and succ
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION HARDWARE KIT After unpacking the treadmill, open the hardware kit and make sure that you have the following items shown in Diagram 2. ❑ (A) twelve 1-inch buttonhead hex screws ❑ (B) sixteen stainless steel washers — place on 1-inch screws ❑ (C) four ⁵⁄₈-inch flat head hex screws — attach to upper handrails ❑ (D) four 3¹⁄₂-inch socket head screws — install upright supports ❑ (E) four black washers — fasteners for upright supports ❑ (F) four barrel spacers — place on 3
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Setting Up the Treadmill You do not need any special knowledge or experience to set up the treadmill. However, because of its size and weight, you will need to obtain assistance. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Follow these installation requirements when installing the treadmill. If you do not install the treadmill according to the following guidelines, you could void the Precor limited warranty. Set up the treadmill on a solid, flat surface. Unpack and assemble the tre
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 3 Lift the rear of the unit and roll it to its assembly location. Rear end cap Lift the unit by grasping the hand holds inside the rear end caps. 3. Move the treadmill. Diagram 3. Grasp the hand holds inside the rear end caps and use proper lifting techniques to lift the rear end so that you can roll the treadmill on its front wheels. To avoid injury to yourself or damage to the unit, ask for help in maneuvering the treadmill. Diagram 4 Remove the hood. Hood
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 5 Remove the shipping fasteners from the left side front panel. Shipping fasteners found on left and right sides of the front panel. Left side mounting bracket 5. Attach the left side upright support. Diagram 5. Take the following steps. a. Remove the shipping fasteners from the front panel. With the supplied hex key and a 1/2-inch box end wrench, loosen and remove the two bolts and nuts on the left side of the front panel. These fasteners hold the front pane
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 7 Attach the display console to the left upright support. Display console Display cable Screws (A) with washers (B) Left side upright support CAUTION: To avoid damage to the display cable, read the following steps carefully. Damage to the cable due to improper assembly is not covered by the Precor limited warranty. 6. Secure the display console to the left upright support. Diagram 7. Remove any tape or wire ties that secure the display cable. Unwrap the cable
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 9 Route the cable. 1 2 Right upright support Display cable Base frame Base mounting bracket 3 Right upright support Bracket hole Lower board b. Route the display cable through the right upright support. Ask an assistant to hold the upright support close to the right side mounting bracket. Route the cable through the upright support (see Diagram 9, #1) and pull it out of the large hole on the side of the support near its base. Diagram 9, #2. Note: If you encou
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 11 Secure the right upright support. 1 Screws (D), washers (E), and barrel spacers (F) Tighten so that the upright is secure, but leave room for adjustments. Front panel Shipping 3 2 fasteners with washers (B) 8. Secure the right side upright support. Diagram 11. Obtain two long sockethead screws (D), washers (E) and barrel spacers (F) from the Hardware kit. Place a washer and barrel sleeve on each bolt and insert the fasteners through the side of the upright
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 13 Handrail alignment and installation. 1 2 Handrail Console extension Lower handrail bracket Screw (A) 3 5 4 and washer (B) Screw (C) Important: With the handrails attached, the width of the treadmill is 36.75 inches (93 cm). It will not fit through a standard 32-inch doorway. 11. Attach the handrails. Diagram 13. For ease of assembly, place the side rails or adjustable rear feet on blocks. Obtain assistance to lift the treadmill. Do not place blocks beneath
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 14 Replace the 1 hood and 2 secure it. Hood Buttonhead screws (A) with washers (B) secure the hood to the siderail. Buttonhead screws (A) with washers (B) secure the front of the hood. 12. Replace the hood. Diagram 14. Reposition the hood on the treadmill. Remove four buttonhead screws (A) with washers (B) from the hardware kit. Two buttonhead screws and washers are placed through the front panel and the remaining two screws and washers are used to secure the
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION Diagram 16 Adjust the level of the treadmill. Bubble level Running belt Adjustable rear foot 14. Level the unit. Diagram 16. Check to make sure that the running deck is level by taking the following steps: a. Use a bubble level as shown in Diagram 16 to verify that the running deck is level. If the treadmill is placed on a slightly, uneven surface, adjusting the rear feet can help, but will not compensate for extremely uneven surfaces. Important: If you need to make
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION 15. Connect the power cord. Make sure that the ON/OFF (I/O) power switch, located on the front panel of the treadmill, is placed in the OFF (O) position and then, take the following steps. a. Remove the power cord from its packing material. Diagram 18 Loosen the bracket. 1 2 Front panel Bracket Power receptacle Phillips head screwdriver b. Use a phillips head screwdriver to loosen the bracket attached to the power receptacle located on the front panel. Diagram 18, #1
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS DIVISION TURNING THE UNIT ON AND OFF Use the ON/OFF (I/O) power switch, located on the front panel, to turn the unit ON and OFF. To complete the installation of the treadmill, continue with Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt. 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
