Precor Treadmill 923 User Manual

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Important Safety Instructions  
When using a treadmill, always take basic precautions,  
including the following:  
Never leave the treadmill unattended when it is plugged  
in. Unplug the treadmill from the power source when it  
is not in use, before cleaning it, and before acquiring  
authorized service.  
Read all instructions before using the treadmill. These  
instructions are written for your safety and to protect the  
unit.  
Assemble and operate the treadmill on a solid, level  
surface. Locate the treadmill a few feet from walls or  
furniture. Keep the area behind the treadmill clear.  
Before beginning any fitness program, see your  
physician for a complete physical examination.  
Maintain the treadmill in good working condition. Refer  
to the Maintenance section. Make sure that all fasteners  
are secure and the running belt is clean and running  
smoothly.  
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.  
Use the treadmill 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.  
To reduce the risk of electrical  
DANGER  
shock always unplug the treadmill  
from the electrical outlet  
immediately after using and  
before cleaning.  
Never operate the unit if it is damaged, not working  
properly, when it has been dropped, or has been  
dropped in water. Return the treadmill to a service  
center for examination and repair.  
To reduce the risk of burns, fire,  
electric shock, or injury, take the  
following precautions:  
WARNING  
Keep the power cord and plug away from heated  
surfaces.  
Do not allow children or those unfamiliar with its  
operation on or near the treadmill. Do not leave children  
unsupervised around the unit.  
Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol (spray)  
products are being used or where oxygen is being  
administered.  
Do not use outdoors.  
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Do not attempt to service the treadmill yourself except  
to follow the maintenance instructions found in this  
manual.  
Use care when getting on or off the treadmill. Always  
grasp the handrail when stepping on the running belt  
and keep the initial speed at or below 1 mile per hour  
(mph) or 1 kilometer per hour (kph). Never step off the  
treadmill while the running belt is moving.  
Never drop or insert objects into any opening. Keep  
hands away from moving parts.  
Before the running belt begins moving (before 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 staging platforms.  
Keep all electrical components, such as the power cord  
and power switch, away from liquids to prevent shock.  
Do not set anything on the handrails, display console, or  
hood. Place liquids, magazines, and books in the  
appropriate receptacles.  
Keep your body and head facing forward. Never attempt  
to turn around on the treadmill.  
Do not rock the unit. Do not stand on the handrail(s),  
display console, or hood.  
The safety clip must be attached at waist level before  
your workout. A lanyard connects to the magnetic safety  
key. If you encounter difficulties, a strong tug on the  
lanyard disengages the magnetic safety key and stops  
the running belt.  
The treadmill must be connected  
to a dedicated, grounded circuit.  
See Grounding Instructions.  
DANGER  
Wear proper exercise clothing and shoes for your  
workout and avoid 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.  
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 treadmill is not in use, disconnect the unit by  
turning the power switch to the Off position, and then  
remove the power plug from the power outlet.  
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120 V Units Designated for U.S. Markets  
Safety Approval  
The treadmill must be connected to a dedicated,  
grounded circuit. A 15 amp dedicated circuit is required,  
but a 20 amp dedicated circuit is recommended. 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.  
When identified with the ETL-c logo, the unit has  
been tested and conforms to the requirements of  
CAN/CSA-E-335-1/3-04, EN 60335-1: 2002 Safety of  
Household and Similar Electrical Appliances.  
Grounding Instructions  
The treadmill 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 treadmill could void the Precor Limited Warranty.  
Diagram 1: 120-volt power plug  
Improper connection of the  
DANGER  
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 unit  
is properly grounded. Do not  
modify the plug provided with the  
treadmill. If it does not fit the  
outlet, get a proper outlet installed  
by a qualified electrician.  
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Obtaining Service  
You should not attempt to service the treadmill except for  
maintenance tasks as described in this manual. The  
treadmill does not contain any user-serviceable parts that  
require lubrication. For information about product  
operation or service, see the Precor web site at  
Serial number  
label  
Diagram 2: Location of serial number  
Should you need more information regarding customer  
support numbers or a list of Precor authorized service  
corp/contact.  
For future reference, write the model, serial number, and  
date of purchase for your unit in the space provided. The  
serial number is printed on a label located on the front  
panel, near the power cord (Diagram 2).  
Model #: _______  
Serial #: _____________________  
Date purchased: _________________________  
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Table of Contents  
User Identification ..........................................................22  
Adding a User ..................................................................... 22  
Updating User Information ............................................... 23  
Important Safety Instructions .............................1  
Safety Approval .....................................................................3  
Grounding Instructions ........................................................3  
Obtaining Service .................................................................4  
Workout Options ............................................................24  
Choosing QUICKSTART ................................................. 25  
Selecting a Program .......................................................... 26  
Selecting a USER Key ...................................................... 27  
Cooling Down After a Workout ...................................... 28  
Pausing During a Workout or the  
Treadmill Safety Features ..............................................7  
Using the Safety Clip ...........................................................7  
Using the Handrails ..............................................................8  
Turning the Unit On and Off ...............................................8  
Using the Reset Switch .......................................................8  
Location ..................................................................................8  
Cool-Down Period ............................................................. 28  
Ending a Workout .............................................................. 29  
Heart Rate Features .........................................................9  
Important Use and Safety Information .............................9  
Using the Heart Rate  
Programs ..........................................................................30  
Choosing a Program ......................................................... 30  
Program Tips ....................................................................... 30  
Manual Program ................................................................. 31  
Weight Loss Program ....................................................... 31  
Interval Program ................................................................. 32  
Hill Climb Program ............................................................. 33  
Walk One Program ............................................................ 33  
Walk Two Program ............................................................ 34  
5K Track Run Program ..................................................... 34  
Fun Run Program ............................................................... 35  
9.27 Heart Rate Program Tips ........................................ 35  
Heart Rate Fat Burn Program ......................................... 36  
Heart Rate Cardio Program ............................................. 36  
Touch-Sensitive Handrail Grips ..................................... 12  
Using SmartRate ................................................................ 13  
Exercise to Your Target Heart Rate ............................... 14  
Heart Rate Analysis ........................................................... 14  
Display Console ............................................................. 15  
More Information about the Center Display ................. 17  
More Information about the Lower Display .................. 17  
Keypad ................................................................................. 19  
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Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting ..... 37  
Advanced Programming Tips .......................................... 37  
Selecting a U.S. Standard or Metric Display ............... 37  
Informational Displays ....................................................... 38  
Red Reset Button .............................................................. 39  
Troubleshooting Error Codes ......................................... 39  
Troubleshooting Heart Rate Issues ............................... 40  
Maintenance ................................................................... 41  
Inspection ............................................................................ 41  
Cleaning the Equipment ................................................... 42  
Storing the Chest Strap ................................................... 42  
Checking the Alignment of the Running Belt .............. 43  
Adjusting the Running Belt .............................................. 44  
Long-Term Storage ........................................................... 44  
Precor Residential Equipment  
Limited Warranty .................................................. 45  
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Treadmill Safety Features  
The treadmill is equipped with certain items that, when  
used properly, help sustain an enjoyable workout. These  
items include:  
To resume exercising, take the following steps:  
1. If needed, reattach the safety clip to your clothing and  
the magnetic safety key onto the display console.  
Safety clip and magnetic safety key  
Handrails  
2. Straddle the running belt.  
3. Press QUICKSTART or select a program.  
Power switch  
4. Hold onto a handrail while you step on to the running  
belt with the speed at or below 1 mph or 1 kph.  
Important: Before exercising, review the Important Safety  
Instructions found at the beginning of this manual.  
Using the Safety Clip  
Attach the safety clip to your clothing before each workout.  
Refer to Diagram 3. A tug on the lanyard disengages the  
magnetic safety key and trips the safety power switch  
inside the display console which stops the running belt and  
ends your exercise session.  
Note: If the safety power switch trips, the treadmill does  
not retain your workout statistics.  
Diagram 3: Attach the safety clip to your clothing  
Important: To prevent unauthorized use, remove the  
magnetic safety key and safety clip after your workout and  
store it in a safe place. The treadmill cannot operate  
unless the magnetic safety key is attached to the display  
console.  
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Using the Handrails  
To maintain your balance, always grasp a handrail when  
you step on or off the treadmill, and when you use the  
keypad.  
Using the Reset Switch  
The treadmill contains a circuit breaker that trips if it  
detects overload conditions. To protect the lower  
electronic boards from damage, a red button, near the  
power switch, must be pressed to reset the circuit breaker.  
For more information, refer to Advanced Programming and  
Troubleshooting.  
To learn more about the touch-sensitive handrail grips,  
refer to Heart Rate Features.  
Turning the Unit On and Off  
To turn the unit On and Off, use the power switch located  
at the front of the unit, near the power cord connection.  
Refer to Diagram 4.  
Location  
To prevent damage to the lower unit, locate your treadmill  
away from heating ducts. For safety and maintenance  
purposes, it is important to keep the area around the  
treadmill open and free from encumbrances such as other  
equipment. The minimum space requirement needed for  
user safety and proper maintenance is three feet wide by  
six feet deep (one meter wide by two meters deep),  
directly behind the running belt.  
Important: When it is not being used, turn the unit Off.  
Power switch  
Diagram 4: Power switch  
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Heart Rate Features  
Important Use and Safety Information  
Target HR  
Achieved  
Read the following before using the heart rate or  
SmartRate features.  
Consult your physician before engaging in any vigorous  
exercise. Do not use the heart rate programs until  
authorized by your physician.  
Know your heart rate and your physician-recommended  
heart rate target zone. Individual heart rates vary  
according to several physiological factors and may not  
correspond directly with Diagram 5.  
Heart rate and SmartRate® features are available when  
you grasp both touch-sensitive handrail grips or wear a  
chest strap on the 9.27 treadmill. When a heartbeat is  
detected, the heart icon continues to blink while a heart  
rate is discernible. If no heart rate is detected, the outline  
around the heart icon remains lit and does not blink. During  
a workout, a number representing your heart rate is  
displayed.  
The calculation used for the heart rate target zone is:  
(220 minus your age) multiplied by a percent.  
For example:  
Warm up range: (220 minus your age) multiplied by 55%  
High range: (220 minus your age) multiplied by 85%  
Refer to Table 1 in Using SmartRate.  
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If you are using the chest strap on the 9.27, put it on  
and face the display console for a few seconds. This  
allows the receiver in the console to recognize the  
signal from the chest strap.  
Heart Rate Target Zones  
200  
190  
180  
170  
160  
150  
140  
130  
120  
110  
100  
90  
If the icon does not blink, the treadmill cannot detect  
your heart rate. Every SmartRate bar is lit. Make sure  
the chest strap is positioned properly around your  
chest and against your skin.  
High  
If you prefer to use the touch-sensitive handrail grips,  
grasp both touch-sensitive handrail grips and wait five  
to ten seconds. Make sure both hands are moist.  
Peak  
Cardio  
Note: When a signal is detected, a number appears in  
the HEART RATE display and indicates your heart rate.  
Fat Burn  
Warmup  
Always face forward on the treadmill and use the  
handrail for balance. Keep upper body movement to a  
minimum.  
80  
70  
20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75  
Your Age  
Diagram 5: Heart rate target zones  
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2. Adjust the strap and fasten it around your chest. The  
strap should feel snug, not restrictive. Refer to  
Diagram 7.  
Wearing a Chest Strap on the 9.27 Treadmill  
During a workout, the heart rate features appear on the  
display when you wear a chest strap. To receive an  
accurate reading, the chest strap needs to be in direct  
contact with your skin.  
1. Carefully dampen the back of the strap with tap water  
Refer to Diagram 6.  
.
Note: Do not use deionized water. It does not have the  
proper minerals and salts to conduct electrical  
impulses.  
Diagram 7: Adjust chest strap  
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. Refer to Diagram 8.  
Diagram 6: Moisten chest strap  
Diagram 8: Fasten chest strap  
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.  
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Usually, the concentration of salts in a person’s  
perspiration provides enough conductivity to transmit a  
signal to the receiver inside the display console. However,  
some people, because of body chemistry or erratic heart  
beats cannot use the touch-sensitive heart rate feature on  
the treadmill. Using a chest strap on the 9.27 may provide  
better results.  
Using the Heart Rate  
Touch-Sensitive Handrail Grips  
While exercising, you must grasp both touch-sensitive  
handrail grips for a minimum of five to ten seconds to  
transmit your heart rate to the display. Refer to Diagram 9.  
Important: While exercising, do not grasp the touch-  
sensitive handrail grips and wear the chest strap at the  
same time. The touch-sensitive handrail grips override the  
signals from the chest strap transmitter. If used together,  
inconsistent readings may occur.  
Touch-sensitive  
handrail grips  
Diagram 9: Touch-sensitive handrail grips  
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Table 1. Heart rate target zones and SmartRate LEDs  
Using SmartRate  
The SmartRate feature helps you monitor and maintain  
your heart rate in the target zone best suited to your  
specific needs.  
Heart Rate Zone  
Percent  
SmartRate  
Bars Lit  
Blinking  
First  
Target Zone  
WARMUP  
WARMUP  
FATBURN  
FATBURN  
FATBURN  
CARDIO  
CARDIO  
CARDIO  
PEAK  
Below 50  
50 to 54  
55 to 59  
60 to 64  
65 to 69  
70 to 74  
75 to 79  
80 to 84  
85 to 87  
Above 87  
none  
After you begin a workout, a blinking bar appears on the  
SmartRate display. The blinking bar indicates the current  
zone that your heart rate is in.  
First  
Second  
Third  
Second  
Third  
Fourth  
Fifth  
Important: To use the SmartRate feature, you must  
choose a program and enter your age during the setup  
phase of your exercise session.  
Fourth  
Fifth  
Sixth  
Sixth  
Seventh  
Eighth  
Ninth  
Table 1 shows the percents used in calculating the heart  
rate target zones. While your heart rate remains within  
these zones, the corresponding bar blinks and provides a  
visual cue.  
Seventh  
Eighth  
Ninth  
Tenth  
HIGH  
The calculation used to determine your maximum aerobic  
heart rate is (220 minus your age). When you multiply it by  
the percent indicated in Table 1, you can understand the  
relation-ship between the blinking SmartRate bar and your  
target heart rate.  
The SmartRate indicator lights do not appear when:  
You press QUICKSTART at the banner.  
You do not enter your age before starting a program.  
You do not wear or improperly position the chest strap  
on the 9.27 treadmill.  
CAUTION: Your heart rate should never exceed 85% of  
your maximum aerobic heart rate or go above PEAK. If it  
does, immediately reduce your pace or adjust the incline  
to return your heart rate to your physician-recommended  
target zone.  
You fail to grasp both touch-sensitive handrail grips for  
five to ten seconds.  
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To use the 9.27 programs, press the PROGRAMS key  
until the desired program, P9 or P10 appears. For more  
information, refer to Programs.  
Exercise to Your Target Heart Rate  
A heart rate receiver is an integral part of the display so  
you can monitor your heart rate while exercising. You must  
wear a chest strap (9.27 only) or grasp both touch-  
sensitive handrail grips and enter your age. Your heart rate  
(beats per minute) appears on the display.  
Note: The 9.23 does not contain programs that  
automatically maintain your heart rate within a target zone,  
but you can monitor your heart rate with any program if you  
use the touch-sensitive handrail grips. When you enter  
your age during the setup prompts, the SmartRate display  
provides a visual cue that helps keep you within the  
desired heart rate target zone.  
Important: Enter an accurate age when queried otherwise  
a default age of 35 years is used for heart rate  
calculations.  
suggestions for workouts with varying levels of intensity. It  
provides many workout details that include the appropriate  
target heart rate.  
Heart Rate Analysis  
Every time you complete a program using the chest strap  
(9.27 only) or the touch-sensitive handrail grips, your  
average heart rate appears along with your workout  
summary statistics.  
The 9.27 treadmill includes two programs, Heart Rate Fat  
Burn (P9) and Heart Rate Cardio (P10), which let you  
exercise based on a specified heart rate. Refer to  
Programs.  
The heart rate analysis is based on how often your heart  
rate signal is received while exercising. If you use the chest  
strap on the 9.27, the average heart rate will be more  
accurate than if you occasionally grasp the touch-sensitive  
handrail grips.  
During the warm-up period, you can change the incline or  
speed using the INCLINE and SPEED arrow keys.  
Tapping the INCLINE key, displays your target heart rate  
(THR). When the warm-up period ends, the INCLINE keys  
affect the target heart rate and not the treadmill’s incline.  
If you wish to adjust your target heart rate (THR) you can  
do so after selecting a program and completing the warm-  
up period.  
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Display Console  
SmartRate display: Blinking horizontal  
bars appear when the SmartRate feature is  
activated. Use the SmartRate display to  
monitor your heart rate and maintain it in your  
target zone.  
Center display: Initially shows the banner. It  
changes to the program profile when you select a  
program or press QUICKSTART. A blinking  
column in the profile indicates your position.  
9.27  
Workout Statistics: Your heart rate,  
calories burned, distance travelled,  
and workout time appear along the  
upper portion of the display.  
PROGRAMS keypad: To begin an  
exercise session, press the  
PROGRAMS key to view the menu of  
programs. For program descriptions,  
refer to Programs.  
120 21.5 0.3 25:05  
Target HR  
Achieved  
GUEST  
User  
User  
1
2
PROGRAM  
Lower display: While you exercise,  
three sets of numbers show  
0.6.5.0.60.00004.0  
information about your session.  
When you complete a program, the  
average incline, average pace, and  
average speed appear as part of the  
workout summary.  
QUICKSTART: Press QUICKSTART  
to begin your workout immediately.  
ENTER key: Press this key to confirm  
responses to specific prompts.  
INCLINE arrow keys: Use the  
User 1—2: Two USER keys are available on the 9.27  
treadmill. Press a USER key at the banner to  
personalize your exercise experience. The  
arrow keys to adjust the incline.  
information is stored for future exercise sessions.  
Red STOP key: Press to pause and stop the running  
belt. To end a workout, press and hold the key for a  
few seconds. The display resets to the banner.  
SPEED arrow keys: Use the arrow keys to  
adjust the speed.  
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SmartRate display: Blinking horizontal  
bars appear when the SmartRate feature is  
activated. Use the SmartRate display to  
monitor your heart rate and maintain it in your  
target zone.  
Center display: Initially shows the banner. It  
changes to the program profile when you select a  
program or press QUICKSTART. A blinking  
column in the profile indicates your position.  
9.23  
Workout Statistics: Your heart rate,  
calories burned, distance travelled,  
and workout time appear along the  
upper portion of the display.  
PROGRAMS keypad: To begin an  
exercise session, press the  
PROGRAMS key to view the menu of  
programs. For program descriptions,  
refer to Programs.  
120 21.5 0.3 25:05  
Target HR  
Achieved  
GUEST  
User  
User  
1
2
PROGRAM  
Lower display: While you exercise,  
three sets of numbers show  
0.6.5.0.60.00004.0  
information about your session.  
When you complete a program, the  
average incline, average pace, and  
average speed appear as part of the  
workout summary.  
QUICKSTART: Press QUICKSTART  
to begin your workout immediately.  
ENTER key: Press this key to confirm  
responses to specific prompts.  
INCLINE arrow keys: Use the  
arrow keys to adjust the incline.  
SPEED arrow keys: Use the arrow keys to  
adjust the speed.  
Red STOP key: Press to pause and stop the running  
belt. To end a workout, press and hold the key for a  
few seconds. The display resets to the banner.  
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Note: The center display provides a matrix consisting of 8  
rows and 20 columns. You can determine the duration of  
each column in a program (if the workout time is less than  
20 minutes) by dividing the program’s time limit by 20. If  
the workout time is greater than 20 minutes, each column  
represents 1 minute.  
More Information about the Center  
Display  
The center display shows the program profile and other  
information pertinent to your workout. In most programs,  
the incline setting affects the column height as shown in  
Diagram 10. The profile raises or lowers according to  
which INCLINE arrow key is pressed.  
More Information about the  
Lower Display  
Column height  
Incline settings  
The lower display presents the program name when you  
first select a program. During an exercise session, the  
lower display consists of three windows which  
automatically provide specific information. The two outside  
windows display your incline and speed. The center  
window shows your pace. The numbers that appear relate  
to your workout statistics and are described below.  
13.5 – 15  
11.5 – 13  
9.5 – 11  
7.5 – 9  
5.5 – 7  
3.5 – 5  
1.5 – 3  
0 – 1  
On occasion, the lower display becomes a message bar  
and shows additional information depending on user  
selections and program interludes.  
Diagram 10: Column height in the program profile  
As you continue your exercise session, a blinking column  
indicates your position in the program. If the profile is only  
one row in height, then markers (  
) appear  
occasionally and provide a sense of movement through the  
program.  
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Upper Display Workout Statistics:  
HEART RATE, CALORIES, DISTANCE, and TIME  
Lower Display Workout Statistics:  
INCLINE, PACE, and SPEED  
HEART RATEYour heart rate appears in the HEART  
RATE display if you are using a chest strap (9.27 only) or  
the touch-sensitive handrail grips. Refer to Heart Rate  
Features.  
INCLINE—displays the percentage of incline during your  
workout. The INCLINE arrow keys affect the lift and let you  
set an incline between 0% and 15%. The values displayed  
can change in 0.5% increments.  
CALORIES—shows the cumulative number of calories  
being burned.  
PACE—displays your target speed in minutes and seconds  
per mile (or kilometer). For example, the number 4:23  
indicates that the pace (speed at which you are moving) is  
4 minutes and 23 seconds per mile. When you press the  
SPEED arrow keys, the pace display changes accordingly  
(0.1 mile per key press).  
DISTANCE—shows linear distance in either miles or  
kilometers. The distance is calculated based on your  
speed.  
TIME —shows the 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 time remaining. When you use QuickStart or  
select a workout time of zero (no time limit), the TIME  
display shows the elapsed time.  
Note: If your pace is greater than 60 minutes per mile, the  
display indicates hours and minutes (hr:mm).  
SPEED—displays the running belt speed in miles per hour  
(mph) or kilometers per hour (kph). The running belt speed  
ranges from 0.5 and 12 mph (0.8 to 20 kph) and can be  
changed in 0.1 increments using the SPEED arrow keys.  
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Table 2. Available programs  
Keypad  
Program Number  
Menu Selections  
9.23  
9.27  
Use the keypad to enter your workout session selections,  
to affect what appears on the display, and to establish your  
incline and speed preferences.  
P1  
Manual  
P2  
P3  
P4  
P5  
P6  
P7  
P8  
P9  
Weight Loss  
Interval  
Hill Climb  
Walk One  
Walk Two  
5 K Track  
Fun Run (10 K)  
Heart Rate Fat  
Burn*  
P10  
Heart Rate Cardio*  
Diagram 11: Lower Display keypad  
* Use of chest strap (9.27 only) or the touch-sensitive handrail grips is  
required.  
PROGRAMS: Every time you press this key the  
display cycles through the available programs. Refer  
to Table 2. The program profile appears in the center  
display and the abbreviated name of the program  
lights along the base of the display. The Guest user is  
also highlighted to indicate that the choices you make  
during setup will not be saved when you end your  
exercise session.  
ENTER: Use the OK key to confirm responses to  
specific prompts  
Note: If you selected a USER key on the 9.27, the  
appropriate user bar is highlighted.  
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INCLINE: Press and hold the INCLINE arrow keys to  
increase or decrease the incline from 0% to 15% in  
0.5% increments.  
STOP: A firm tap on the red STOP key slows the  
running belt to a stop and the treadmill enters pause  
mode. To resume, press QUICKSTART or the  
SPEED up arrow key. To reset to the banner, hold the  
red STOP key for a few seconds or press it two more  
times. Refer to Pausing During a Workout or the  
Cool-Down Period.  
Changes to the incline are not immediate. It takes  
time for the lift to reach the target incline shown on  
the display.  
The incline setting affects the column height in the  
program profile. Refer to Diagram 10. The INCLINE  
display shows the new setting.  
SPEED: Press and hold the SPEED arrow keys to  
increase or decrease the running belt speed in 0.1  
increments from 0.5 to 12 mph (0.5 to 20 kph).  
QUICKSTART: Press QUICKSTART to start your  
workout immediately using the Manual Program.  
Refer to Choosing QUICKSTART.  
When you press the arrow keys, a target speed  
appears in the display. The running belt speed  
changes to meet the target, but the change occurs  
gradually so the transition is smooth.  
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9.27 USER Keys  
Diagram 12: USER keys  
User Keys: On the 9.27, you can personalize your exercise  
session by pressing a USER key (1 or 2) at the banner.  
When you choose a USER key, personal information such  
as workout time, age, weight, and preferred program are  
reinstated as your exercise session begins. If you haven’t  
already done so, you’ll need to select a user number. For  
more information, refer to Selecting a USER Key.  
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User Identification  
Choosing a user identification (USER key) enables the  
treadmill to identify you and track your cumulative workout  
statistics. Once you configure your USER key, you can  
personalize your workout session and store information  
about your workout time, weight, age and preferred  
program.  
Adding a User  
The USER keys on the 9.27 treadmill allow two people to  
customize, store, and retrieve workout selections.  
Adding a user is the initial step, a one-time selection  
process. Once you choose a user key and answer the  
prompts, you can press the same user key every time you  
work out. Your workout preferences for workout time,  
weight, age, and program are re-instated.  
Initially, you must “add a USER key” so the treadmill can  
store exercise session preferences. Once you enter the  
requested information, it is stored until you opt to change  
it. You can select the same USER key, time and time again  
and your user preferences will automatically be re-instated.  
Refer to Adding a User.  
To add a user, take the following steps.  
Note: To exit the process of adding or selecting a USER  
key, press the red STOP key which will return the display to  
banner. Any user entries are not retained.  
1. At the banner, press a USER key. The prompt, ENTER  
TIME appears in the display. Use the arrow keys to  
adjust the workout time, and then press ENTER.  
2. In the same manner, answer the remaining prompts for  
weight and age.  
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3. Select a program by pressing the PROGRAMS key  
and then pressing ENTER. Refer to Selecting a  
Program.  
Updating User Information  
Note: The workout time and program you choose  
becomes the default the next time you select the same  
USER key. You have the option to change the program,  
but if you wish to change the workout time, you will  
need to follow the steps in Updating User Information.  
To update user information such as workout time, weight  
and age, take the following steps:  
1. At the banner, press and hold the USER key for at least  
three seconds.  
2. The prompt, ENTER TIME appears in the display. Use  
the arrow keys to adjust the workout time, and then  
press ENTER.  
3. In the same manner, answer the weight and age  
prompts.  
4. When you enter your age, the previous program scrolls  
across the display. Select the program by pressing  
ENTER or change to a different program using the  
PROGRAMS key. Any changes you make become the  
default settings for that USER key.  
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Workout Options  
CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, see  
your physician for a complete physical examination.  
Know your physician-recommended heart rate target  
zone.  
6. Select one of the following options:  
Option...  
Steps...  
To start exercising  
immediately  
Use the QUICKSTART key.  
Refer to Choosing  
QUICKSTART.  
1. Turn the unit On. The Precor banner scrolls across the  
lower display.  
9.27 prompt: CHOOSE USER, QUICKSTART OR  
PROGRAM TO BEGIN  
To view a list of  
programs  
Press the PROGRAMS key.  
Refer to Selecting a Program.  
9.23 prompt: CHOOSE QUICKSTART OR  
PROGRAM TO BEGIN.  
To begin exercising Press your USER key.  
on the 9.27 using  
personal  
Refer to Selecting a USER  
Key.  
2. Hold on to a handrail while stepping on to the treadmill.  
preferences  
3. Face the display and then straddle the running belt by  
placing your feet on the trim strips provided.  
4. Attach the safety clip to your clothing.  
5. Grip a handrail with one hand to steady yourself.  
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2. Hold onto a handrail and straddle the running belt.  
Choosing QUICKSTART  
BELT STARTING scrolls across the display. A  
3-second countdown appears in the upper display, and  
then the running belt starts moving.  
3. Step on to the running belt with the speed at or below  
1 mph or 1 kph and begin exercising. Use the SPEED  
arrow keys to increase or decrease the speed of the  
running belt.  
To use the SmartRate feature, you need to specify your  
age. In this case, review the steps found in Selecting a  
Program or Selecting a USER Key.  
1. While the banner scrolls, press QUICKSTART to enter  
the Manual Program as a guest user.  
When you use the QUICKSTART key, you enter the  
MANUAL program as a guest user. There is no time  
limit and weight and age are set to default values. Each  
column in the program’s profile represents one minute.  
QUICKSTART applies the following defaults:  
Prompts  
Program  
Time  
Default Value  
Manual  
unlimited  
150 lb (68 kg)  
35  
Weight  
Age  
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3. Continue through the setup phase and enter your  
weight (23—350 lbs/10—159 kg) and then your age  
(10—99).  
Selecting a Program  
Note: To change a value (program, weight, or age) that  
you have already entered press STOP/HOLD TO  
RESET or wait 30 seconds to return to the banner.  
Select a program and reenter the appropriate values.  
4. Hold onto a handrail and straddle the running belt.  
1. While the banner prompt scrolls, continually press the  
PROGRAMS key to review the list of programs.  
BELT STARTING scrolls across the display. A  
3-second countdown appears, and then the running  
belt starts moving.  
Choose the program you want, and then press ENTER.  
For a description of each program, refer to Programs.  
5. Step on to the running belt with the speed at or below  
1 mph or 1 kph and begin exercising. Use the SPEED  
arrow keys to increase or decrease the speed of the  
running belt.  
2. ENTER TIME appears in the display and the Guest bar  
is highlighted which indicates that your preferences in  
workout time, weight, and age will not be saved to  
memory. Use the arrow keys to select a program time  
between 0 and 90 minutes. Accept the displayed entry  
by pressing ENTER.  
Important: As a GUEST user, you can press  
QUICKSTART at any of the setup prompts: ENTER  
TIME, ENTER WEIGHT, or ENTER AGE. Default  
settings are applied to any prompts you skipped and  
the running belt starts moving after a 3-second  
countdown.  
Each column in the program’s profile represents one  
minute.  
Note: If you select zero as the program time limit, NO  
LIMIT scrolls across the display and designates an  
unlimited workout time. If you choose NO LIMIT,  
remember to incorporate a cool-down period at the end  
of your workout.  
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2. Press ENTER to select the program being displayed or  
choose another program using the arrow or the  
PROGRAMS keys. Refer to Selecting a Program for  
information about how to choose a program.  
Selecting a USER Key  
Important: If you make an entry error, press STOP/  
HOLD TO RESET or wait 30 seconds to return to the  
banner.  
BELT STARTING scrolls across the display. A  
3-second countdown appears and then the running  
belt starts moving.  
To start your exercise session using personal identification  
and preferences set up in Adding a User, take the  
following steps:  
3. Step on to the running belt with the speed at or below  
1 mph or 1 kph and begin exercising. Use the SPEED  
arrow keys to increase or decrease the speed of the  
running belt.  
1. At the banner, press the same USER key you  
designated in step 1, Adding a User.  
Note: Refer to User Identification if you have not  
previously chosen a USER key.  
The last program associated with the USER key  
appears. User preferences such as time, weight, and  
age are re-instated.  
The time or distance goal associated with the displayed  
program also applies.  
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Cooling Down After a Workout  
Incorporate a cool-down period into your workout to help  
lower your heart rate and minimize muscle stiffness or  
soreness.  
Pausing During a Workout or the  
Cool-Down Period  
Press the red Stop key to pause anytime during a workout  
or during a cool-down period. The pause mode has a 10-  
minute time limit. The display posts the time and counts  
down the minutes that remain. If you do not resume  
exercising within the time limit, the display returns to the  
banner.  
When you complete a program with a time or distance  
limit, you automatically enter a 5-minute, cool-down period.  
The running belt slows by about 20% and the incline  
returns to 0% grade and the Manual Program appears. To  
readjust the speed or incline, press the SPEED or  
INCLINE arrow keys.  
1. To pause, press the red STOP key.  
The display indicates the amount of time remaining in  
pause mode.  
A workout summary appears at the end of the cool-down  
period. Refer to Ending a Workout.  
2. To resume exercising from pause mode, press  
QUICKSTART or the SPEED up arrow key.  
Important: If you exit a program before completing it, the  
cool-down period is bypassed.  
MPH or KPH appears briefly in the SPEED display and  
indicates whether the display is showing data in U.S.  
standard or metric measurements.  
To prematurely end the cool-down period, do the following:  
1. Grasp a handrail with one hand.  
3. Adjust the running belt speed using the SPEED arrow  
keys.  
2. Press the red Stop key with your other hand. The  
treadmill enters pause mode.  
3. Press red Stop key to view the workout summary.  
4. Press red Stop key again to return to the banner.  
Important: Hold on to a handrail extension. Step off the  
treadmill when the lift has stopped moving.  
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To stop the running belt or end an exercise session at any  
time, do the following:  
Ending a Workout  
CAUTION: Hold on to a handrail when you near the end  
of your exercise session. The incline automatically  
recalibrates to a 0% grade. If the lift is moving, wait until  
it stops before stepping off the treadmill.  
1. Grasp a handrail with one hand.  
2. Press the red STOP key with your other hand. The  
treadmill enters pause mode.  
The running belt stops when you complete the automatic  
cool-down period and you hear a series of audible beeps.  
After the running belt stops, time stops accruing.  
3. Press the red STOP key to view the workout summary.  
4. Press the red STOP key again to return to the banner.  
The workout summary shows your cumulative workout  
statistics including warm-up and cool-down periods. You  
can review your workout statistics for a few seconds  
before the display automatically resets to the banner.  
Important: Always turn Off and unplug the treadmill when  
it is not in use. Never leave children unsupervised around  
the treadmill.  
The cumulative statistics in calories, distance and time  
appear and blink in the upper display fields. Your average  
heart rate also appears.  
Along the lower display, the average incline, average pace,  
and average speed you maintain during your workout also  
appears.  
If you choose to exercise with no set time limit, you must  
manually end a program by pressing the red STOP key.  
You can also press the SPEED down arrow until the speed  
is reduced to zero and the running belt stops.  
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Programs  
This section describes the programs available on the  
treadmill. Use this section as a reference tool to better  
understand each program’s purpose. For more information,  
refer to Selecting a Program.  
Program Tips  
Begin at the banner. Refer to Workout Options.  
A blinking column indicates your position as you  
progress through a program.  
The program descriptions are presented in menu selection  
order. To see a list of programs, refer to Keypad and  
Table 2.  
To use the SmartRate feature, you need to specify your  
age and wear a chest strap (9.27 only) or hold on to the  
touch-sensitive handrail grips. Refer to Using  
SmartRate.  
Choosing a Program  
To exercise indefinitely in any program, an unlimited  
exercise time setting may be an available option. Refer  
to Selecting 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 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  
fitness workouts and advice from the experts.  
If your level of exertion becomes too great, reduce your  
pace or change the incline using the SPEED or  
INCLINE arrow keys to override each upcoming  
column in the program profile.  
To pause during a program, press the red STOP key.  
Refer to Pausing During a Workout or the Cool-Down  
Period.  
Several exercise choices on the treadmill are pre-  
programmed with recommendations for incline levels,  
pace, and alternating intervals. You always have the option  
to override the suggested levels with the exception of the  
heart rate control programs on the 9.27 treadmill.  
When you complete a program that contains a time  
limit or specified distance, the automatic cool-down  
period begins. Refer to Cooling Down After a Workout.  
Cumulative workout statistics appear when you end  
your exercise session. Refer to Ending a Workout.  
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Manual Program  
Weight Loss Program  
The Manual Program profile,  
available by pressing the  
MANUAL key, begins as a flat  
line. You control incline and  
speed settings using the  
With the Weight Loss  
Program, the profile width and  
number of intervals being  
displayed is affected by the  
workout time. The workout time  
PROGRAM  
PROGRAM  
INCLINE or SPEED arrow keys. The program profile  
reflects changes in all subsequent columns. The blinking  
column indicates your position in the program. A cool-  
down period occurs automatically when you reach the time  
goal set for the program. Refer to Selecting a Program.  
is fixed at 28 minutes, so you are not prompted for a  
workout time.  
During the Weight Loss Program, your heart rate should  
be in the FatBurn range, between 55% and 70% of your  
maximum aerobic heart rate. Set a comfortable pace and  
adjust the speed and incline to meet the target range.  
Refer to Heart Rate Features.  
Note: An exception to the cool-down period exists. Refer  
to Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting for more  
information.  
Note: To view the heart rate and SmartRate features, you  
must enter your age during setup and wear the chest strap  
(9.27 only) or grasp the touch-sensitive handrail grips.  
To use the SmartRate feature, you need to specify your age  
during the setup prompts.  
Use the INCLINE arrow keys to change the incline for the  
rest or work interval. When you make changes, the  
software repeats the settings for the remaining intervals.  
When you complete the program, any changes made to  
the incline or speed settings are not saved.  
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Column height  
Incline settings  
Interval Program  
The Interval Program is among  
the best for conditioning your  
cardiovascular system. The  
program raises and lowers  
your level of exertion  
13.5 – 15  
11.5 – 13  
9.5 – 11  
7.5 – 9  
5.5 – 7  
3.5 – 5  
1.5 – 3  
0 – 1  
PROGRAM  
repeatedly for a specified period of time.  
When you begin the program, the incline is preset. You can  
change the incline levels using the INCLINE arrow keys.  
Refer to Diagram 13. The settings are repeated throughout  
the program.  
Diagram 13: Rest and work profile in the Interval Program  
To change a setting, press the appropriate arrow key and  
continue. The change is applied to the remaining intervals.  
Work interval  
Rest interval  
When you complete the program, any adjustments made  
to the incline settings are not saved.  
PROGRAM  
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Hill Climb Program  
The Hill Climb Program is great  
for endurance building. The  
program uses the full range of  
incline (0% to 15%). You can  
change the speed or override  
PROGRAM  
pre-programmed inclines using the arrow keys. The  
blinking column indicates your position in the program.  
Changes to incline affect only the blinking column.  
percentage of incline and the frequency with which the  
columns change determine the level of difficulty.  
Note: The 9.23 Walk Program is the same as the 9.27  
Walk One Program.  
All the WALK programs have preset inclines. As you move  
through the program, the profile mimics the prior column’s  
incline level unless you change it or the program’s time  
limit is reached. You can override the incline levels at any  
time by pressing the INCLINE arrow keys.  
The running belt’s speed is completely under your control.  
Adjust the speed using the SPEED arrow keys.  
For more information and to supplement your exercise  
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Walk Two Program  
5K Track Run Program  
The 9.27 Walk Two Program is  
a more intense cardio-  
The 5K Track Run Program is a  
great 9.27 program to run or  
walk depending on your level  
of fitness. The distance is fixed  
at 5 km (3.1 miles) and the  
conditioning program that  
provides higher levels of incline  
than the Walk One Program.  
PROGRAM  
PROGRAM  
As you move through the program, the profile mimics the  
prior column’s incline level unless you change it or the  
program’s time limit is reached. You can override the  
incline levels at any time by pressing the INCLINE arrow  
keys.  
incline is preprogrammed. You can change the speed and  
override the preprogrammed incline using the arrow keys.  
The program profile appears as an oval track. A blinking  
indicator shows your position on the track. One “lap”  
around the track represents 440 yards (400 meters). You  
will have completed 12½ laps by the time you complete  
the program.  
The running belt’s speed is completely under your control.  
Adjust the speed using the SPEED arrow keys.  
The TIME display shows the amount of time you have been  
exercising. For comparison purposes, record your time to  
note the changes as you increase your fitness and  
endurance levels.  
The Walk Two Program is a great cardio-conditioning  
program for serious walkers and runners. Visit the Precor  
supplement your exercise sessions.  
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Fun Run Program  
9.27 Heart Rate Program Tips  
The distance for the Fun Run  
Program on the 9.23 and 9.27  
is fixed at ten kilometers (6.2  
miles) and the incline is  
The 9.27 heart rate programs enhance your overall  
cardiovascular fitness levels to help you achieve your  
weight loss and fitness goals. Both monitor your heart rate  
and adjust the incline to keep you within a specific heart  
rate target zone while you exercise.  
PROGRAM  
preprogrammed. You can  
change the speed and override the preprogrammed incline  
using the arrow keys.  
Read through the following tips before selecting a  
program. These tips provide general information regarding  
how the programs function. For more information and  
exercise suggestions, refer to the Precor web site at  
Note: On the 9.23, the Fun Run Program appears as P6  
(Program number 6) On the 9.27, the Fun Run Program  
appears as P8 (Program number 8).  
Enter an accurate age when queried otherwise a  
default age of 35 years is used for calculations. Wear a  
chest strap (9.27 only) or grasp the touch-sensitive  
handrail grips. If appears in the display, your heart  
rate cannot be detected. Refer to Troubleshooting  
Heart Rate Issues.  
As you move through the program, the profile mimics the  
prior column’s incline level unless you change it or the  
program’s time limit is reached. You can override the  
incline levels at any time by pressing the INCLINE arrow  
keys.  
The running belt’s speed is completely under your control.  
Adjust the speed using the SPEED arrow keys.  
Each program provides a 3-minute warm-up period.  
During this time you may change the incline or speed.  
The TIME display shows the amount of time you have been  
exercising. For comparison purposes, record your time to  
note the changes as you increase your fitness and  
endurance levels.  
When your target heart rate is achieved or the 3-minute  
period elapses, the warm-up period ends and the  
program begins. Pressing the INCLINE arrows keys no  
longer affect the incline. After the warm-up period ends,  
the INCLINE arrow keys let you change the target heart  
rate (THR).  
Cool down periods are incorporated into each program.  
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Heart Rate Fat Burn Program  
Heart Rate Cardio Program  
Start with the 9.27 Heart Rate  
Similar to the Heart Rate Fat  
Fat Burn Program if this is the  
first time you have used a heart  
rate program or you are  
Burn Program, the Heart Rate  
Cardio Program on the 9.27  
maintains your target heart rate  
within two beats per minute of  
PROGRAM  
PROGRAM  
returning to an exercise fitness  
routine. The target heart rate set for this program is 65% of  
your maximum aerobic heart rate.  
your target heart rate. The target heart rate for this  
program is set at 80% of your maximum aerobic heart rate.  
Use this program if you are already familiar with heart  
monitored-type programs and you wish to keep your target  
heart rate in the higher cardiovascular range.  
Consult your physician to determine the appropriate target  
heart rate for your age and fitness level. Do not exercise  
over the recommended range. Always remain below 85%  
of your maximum aerobic heart rate.  
Consult your physician to determine the appropriate target  
heart rate for your age and fitness level. Do not exercise  
over the recommended range. Always remain below 85%  
of your maximum aerobic heart rate.  
Incline changes occur automatically and maintain your  
heart rate within two beats per minute of your target heart  
rate while you exercise. If your physician recommends a  
different target heart rate than the one that appears on the  
display, you can adjust your target heart rate by using the  
INCLINE arrow keys once you complete the warm-up  
period.  
Incline changes occur automatically and maintain your  
heart rate within two beats per minute of your target heart  
rate while you exercise. If your physician recommends a  
different target heart rate than the one that appears on the  
display, you can adjust your target heart rate by using the  
INCLINE arrow keys once you complete the warm-up  
period.  
The running belt’s speed is completely under your control.  
Adjust the speed using the SPEED arrow keys.  
The running belt’s speed is completely under your control.  
Adjust the speed using the SPEED arrow keys.  
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Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting  
Certain features remain hidden and can only be accessed  
using special key presses. Read this section if you want to:  
Selecting a U.S. Standard or  
Metric Display  
Change the display to U.S. standard or Metric  
View the odometer  
The treadmill can display measurements in either METRIC  
or U.S. STANDARD. The default factory setting is set to  
display U.S. STANDARD. To change this setting, perform  
the following steps:  
Display the number of hours you have used your  
treadmill  
1. Remove the magnetic safety key.  
View the software versions and part numbers  
2. Replace the magnetic safety key and within 2 seconds  
press the following keys:  
Advanced Programming Tips  
STOP, INCLINE and SPEED ▲  
You have a 2-second window to access diagnostics  
mode. During this 2-second period, you need to press  
the appropriate keys quickly and without pause.  
3. UNIT CHANGE appears in the display. Press ENTER  
to continue or press STOP to return to the banner.  
Exit the diagnostics mode by pressing the STOP/  
HOLD TO RESET key for two or more seconds.  
4. If you press ENTER, the current unit of measure (US  
STANDARD or METRIC) appears in the display.  
The advanced programming prompts appear  
sequentially and in a menu format. Pressing the arrow  
keys moves you through the programs. Press OK to  
choose or accept the displayed selection. To return to  
the banner without saving any changes, press the red  
STOP key.  
Any arrow key lets you alternate between the prompts.  
Note: Changing the display to metric measurements  
affects the default settings. Distances and the  
odometer values are converted to and appear in  
kilometers (KM). Speed appears in kilometers per hour.  
If you use QUICKSTART, the weight is set at 68 kg.  
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5. Press ENTER to accept the displayed setting.  
3. ODOMETER appears in the display.  
The change will be retained in memory even if the  
treadmill is turned Off and unplugged.  
The software version appears in the center display. The  
odometer value (the cumulative miles or kilometers  
users have traveled) appears in the DISTANCE display.  
The furthest digit on the left marks the hundred-  
thousandths position, while the furthest digit to the  
right indicates tenths of a mile or kilometer.  
The TIME display provides the hour meter (the number  
of hours the unit has been in use). If you have not used  
the treadmill for more than an hour, a zero will appear in  
the TIME display.  
6. If you want to exit without saving the change, press  
STOP.  
Informational Displays  
The treadmill provides information about its use (odometer  
and hour meter), as well as the software version. In  
general, you would only access this information if directed  
to do so by Precor Customer Support.  
4. To exit without making changes, press STOP.  
These instructions guide you through the informational  
displays. Pressing the ENTER key resets the odometer  
and hour meter. To exit without resetting, press STOP at  
any time.  
Viewing the Odometer  
1. Remove the magnetic safety key.  
2. Replace the magnetic safety key and within 2 seconds  
press the following keys:  
STOP, INCLINE and SPEED ▼  
Note: If the keys are not pressed within the 2-second  
window, the banner appears and you must begin again.  
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Red Reset Button  
Troubleshooting Error Codes  
Initially, when the unit is turned On, the display lights all the  
LEDs. If any are dark, call an authorized service person for  
assistance.  
A red button, near the power switch, resets the treadmill’s  
circuit breaker. If the running belt stops unexpectedly and  
all display console functions cease, the circuit breaker may  
have been tripped.  
The following table shows the error codes that may  
appear in the display. If you see these error codes, call an  
authorized service person for assistance because the  
treadmill needs to be recalibrated. Refer to Obtaining  
Service.  
To reset the system, take the following steps:  
1. Use the power switch beneath the front panel to turn  
the treadmill Off.  
2. Make sure the treadmill is located away from heating  
ducts. If necessary, move the treadmill to an  
appropriate location. Refer to Location.  
Code  
E3  
Description  
EEPROM error.  
3. Wait a few minutes. Make sure the magnetic safety key  
is properly positioned on the display console.  
E26  
E40  
Speed signal is not being received.  
A problem occurred with the lift.  
4. Push the red reset button, and then turn the treadmill On.  
5. Check the display to verify that the Precor banner is  
scrolling across the display. If the display remains  
blank, call Precor customer support. Refer to Obtaining  
Service.  
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Troubleshooting Heart Rate Issues  
The following chart may help you understand and  
troubleshoot erratic heart rate readings.  
What appears  
on the display Cause  
What to Do  
ꢀꢁ  
Heart rate is not  
Be sure the chest strap is  
moist, centered and in  
direct program contact  
with your skin. Stand  
within three feet of the  
display and face it. Allow  
a few seconds  
Note: The following chart does not apply to the 9.23  
treadmill where it concerns the chest strap since the chest  
strap is only available on the 9.27. A heart rate is  
detectable when the Precor heart rate receiver is properly  
installed in the display and the unit is turned ON. The  
touch-sensitive grips are available on both models.  
detected when you  
access the Heart  
Rate Control  
Programs.  
for the receiver to detect  
a signal.  
If using the touch-  
Table 3. Erratic heart rate readings  
sensitive handrail grips,  
use both hands and make  
sure your hands are  
moist, not dry.  
What appears  
on the display Cause  
What to Do  
Nothing  
The heart rate  
To receive Customer  
Support, refer to  
Obtaining Service.  
receiver is not  
installed or it  
has been  
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.  
disconnected.  
— — —  
A signal is being  
detected, but the  
transmission  
requires more time  
to establish a heart  
rate.  
Begin your workout and  
your heart rate should  
appear if you are wearing  
a chest strap or holding  
the touch-sensitive grips.  
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Maintenance  
It is important to perform the minor maintenance tasks  
described in this section. Failure to maintain the treadmill  
as described here could void the Precor Limited Warranty.  
2. Check for worn, frayed or missing safety lanyards.  
Replace missing or worn safety lanyards immediately.  
Do not exercise on the treadmill without attaching the  
safety clip to your clothing.  
To order parts or to contact a Precor authorized service  
provider in your area, refer to Obtaining Service.  
To reduce the risk of electrical  
DANGER  
shock, always unplug the unit from  
its power source before cleaning it  
or performing any maintenance  
tasks.  
Inspection  
Inspect the treadmill daily.  
1. 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 treadmill needs  
service, make sure that the treadmill cannot be used  
inadvertently. Turn the unit Off, and then unplug the  
power cord from its power source. Remove the  
magnetic safety key and safety clip and store it in a  
safe place. Make sure other users know that the  
treadmill needs service.  
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Cleaning the Equipment  
Storing the Chest Strap  
Most of the working mechanisms are protected inside the  
hood and base of the treadmill. However, for efficient  
operation, the treadmill relies on low friction. To keep the  
friction low, the unit’s running belt, staging platforms, and  
internal mechanisms must be as clean as possible.  
Store the chest strap in a place where it remains free of  
dust and dirt such as, 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).  
Precor recommends the treadmill be cleaned before and  
after each workout. Use mild soap and water to dampen a  
soft cloth and wipe all exposed surfaces. This helps  
remove any dust or dirt.  
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.  
CAUTION: Do not use any acidic cleaners. Doing so will  
weaken the paint or powder coatings and void the  
Precor Limited Warranty. Never pour water or spray  
liquids on any part of the treadmill. Allow the treadmill to  
dry completely before using.  
Frequently vacuum the floor underneath the unit to prevent  
the accumulation of dust and dirt, which can affect the  
smooth operation of the unit. Use a soft nylon scrub brush  
to clean the running belt.  
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4. Press the SPEED up arrow key until the display shows  
a speed of 3 mph (5 kph).  
Checking the Alignment of the  
Running Belt  
Proper belt alignment allows the belt to remain centered  
and ensures smooth operation. Realigning the belt takes a  
few simple adjustments. If you are unsure about this  
procedure, call Precor Customer Support. Refer to  
Obtaining Service.  
CAUTION: If you hear any chafing or the running  
belt appears to be getting damaged, stop the  
running belt immediately by pressing the red STOP  
key. Contact Precor Customer Support.  
5. Walk around to the rear of the unit and observe the belt  
for a few minutes. The belt should be centered on the  
running belt. If the belt drifts off center, you must make  
adjustments. Refer to Adjusting the Running Belt.  
CAUTION: Special care must be taken when aligning the  
running belt. Turn Off the treadmill while adjusting or  
working near the rear roller. Remove any loose clothing  
and tie back your hair. Be very careful to keep your  
fingers and any other object clear of the belt and rollers,  
especially in front of the roller and behind the deck. The  
treadmill will not stop immediately if an object becomes  
caught in the belt or rollers.  
Important: Failure to align the belt may cause the belt  
to tear or fray, which is not covered by the Precor  
Limited Warranty.  
6. To stop the running belt, press the red STOP key.  
7. Turn the treadmill Off.  
1. The treadmill has adjustable rear feet. Make sure that  
the running surface is level. If the treadmill is placed on  
an uneven surface, adjusting the rear feet can help, but  
will not compensate for extremely uneven surfaces.  
2. Turn the unit On.  
3. Stand beside the treadmill and press QUICKSTART.  
The running belt starts automatically after a 3-second  
countdown appears on the display.  
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To determine left and right, stand at the rear of the  
treadmill and face the display. Make all belt adjustments  
on the right rear corner bolt using the hex key provided.  
• If the belt is off center to the LEFT, turn the adjusting  
bolt ¼ turn counterclockwise, which moves the  
running belt to the right.  
Adjusting the Running Belt  
If you are unsure about adjusting the running belt, call  
Precor Customer Support. Refer to Obtaining Service.  
CAUTION: For your safety, use the power switch to turn  
Off the treadmill before making any adjustments. Do not  
adjust the running belt when someone is standing on  
the unit.  
• If the belt tracks off center to the RIGHT, turn the bolt  
¼ turn clockwise; this moves the belt to the left.  
1. Locate the right belt adjustment bolt in the rear end  
cap of the treadmill. Refer to Diagram 14.  
Important: Do not turn the adjusting bolt more than ¼  
turn at a time. Overtightening the bolt can damage the  
treadmill.  
2. Recheck the alignment of the running belt by repeating  
the steps found in Checking the Alignment of the  
Running Belt.  
Long-Term Storage  
When the treadmill is not in use for any length of time, turn  
it Off. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged from its  
power source and is positioned so that it will not become  
damaged or interfere with people or other equipment.  
Diagram 14: Location of the adjustment bolt  
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Precor Residential Equipment Limited Warranty  
PLEASE READ THESE WARRANTY TERMS AND  
Options / Accessories  
CONDITIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR PRECOR  
INCORPORATED PRODUCT. BY USING THE EQUIPMENT,  
YOU ARE CONSENTING TO BE BOUND BY THE  
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. If the internal components are installed by the  
factory or by an authorized dealer as part of the original sale and  
delivery, they have a warranty that is identical to the warranty of  
the equipment in which they are connected or mounted. If the  
internal components are not installed by the factory or by an  
authorized dealer as part of the original sale and delivery, they  
have a 90-day parts and labor limited warranty. All components  
that are not internally connected have 90-day parts only limited  
warranty. Satisfactory proof of purchase is required in all cases.  
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 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.  
Conditions and Restrictions  
This warranty is valid only in accordance with the conditions set  
forth below:  
1. The warranty applies to the Precor product only while:  
a. It remains in the possession of the original purchaser and  
proof of purchase is demonstrated  
b. It has not been subjected to accident, misuse, abuse,  
improper service, or non-Precor modifications  
c. Claims are made within the warranty period  
Warranty Periods and Coverage  
All residential products and commercial products used in the  
home are warranted for the following periods:  
2. This warranty does not cover damage or equipment failure  
caused by electrical wiring not in compliance with electrical  
codes or Precor owner’s manual specifications, or failure to  
provide reasonable and necessary maintenance as outlined in  
the owner’s manual.  
Lifetime frame and welds  
10 years parts and wear items  
1 year labor  
Coverage for options and accessories defined below.  
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3. Warranty of all Precor products applies to residential use only  
and is void when products are used in a nonresidential  
environment or installed in a country other than where sold.  
4. Except in Canada, Precor does not pay labor outside the  
United States.  
Disclaimer and Release  
The warranties provided herein are the exclusive warranties given  
by Precor and supersede any prior, contrary or additional  
representations, whether oral or written. ANY IMPLIED  
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY  
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE THAT APPLY TO ANY  
PARTS DESCRIBED ABOVE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE  
PERIODS OF EXPRESS WARRANTIES GIVEN ABOVE FOR THOSE  
SAME PARTS. PRECOR HEREBY DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES  
THOSE WARRANTIES THEREAFTER. Some states do not allow  
limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above  
limitation may not apply to you. PRECOR ALSO HEREBY  
DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR  
LIABILITIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARISING BY LAW OR  
OTHERWISE, WITH RESPECT TO ANY NONCONFORMANCE OR  
DEFECT IN ANY PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: (A)  
ANY OBLIGATION, LIABILITY, RIGHT, CLAIM OR REMEDY IN TORT,  
WHETHER OR NOT ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF PRECOR  
OR ITS SUPPLIERS (WHETHER ACTIVE, PASSIVE OR IMPUTED);  
AND (B) ANY OBLIGATION, LIABILITY, RIGHT, CLAIM, OR REMEDY  
FOR LOSS OF OR DAMAGE TO ANY EQUIPMENT. This disclaimer  
and release shall apply even if the express warranty set forth  
above fails of its essential purpose.  
5. Warranties outside the United States and Canada may vary.  
Please contact your local Dealer for details.  
This limited warranty shall not apply to:  
1. Software version upgrades  
2. Cosmetic items, including, but not limited to the following:  
grips, seats, and labels.  
3. Repairs performed on Precor equipment missing a serial  
number or with a serial tag that has been altered or defaced.  
4. Service calls to correct installation of the equipment or instruct  
owners on how to use the equipment.  
5. Pickup, delivery, or freight charges involved with repairs.  
6. Any labor costs incurred beyond the applicable labor warranty  
period.  
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Exclusive Remedies  
Exclusion of Consequential and Incidental  
Damages  
For any product described above that fails to conform to its  
warranty, Precor will provide, at their option, one of the following:  
(1) repair; (2) replacement; or (3) refund of the purchase price.  
Precor Limited Warranty service may be obtained by contacting  
the authorized dealer from whom you purchased the item. Precor  
compensates Servicers for warranty trips within their normal  
service area to repair equipment at the owner’s location. You may  
be charged a trip charge outside the service area. THESE SHALL  
BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES OF THE BUYER FOR ANY  
BREACH OF WARRANTY.  
PRECOR AND/OR ITS SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO OBLIGATION  
OR LIABILITY, WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT (INCLUDING  
WARRANTY), TORT (INCLUDING ACTIVE, PASSIVE, OR IMPUTED  
NEGLIGENCE AND STRICT LIABILITY), OR OTHERWISE, FOR  
DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT, PROPERTY DAMAGE, LOSS OF  
USE, REVENUE OR PROFIT, COST OF CAPITAL, COST OF  
SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT, ADDITIONAL COST INCURRED BY  
BUYER (BY WAY OF CORRECTION OR OTHERWISE) OR ANY  
OTHER INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM NONDELIVERY OR FROM  
THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT. This  
exclusion applies even if the above warranty fails of its essential  
purpose and regardless of whether such damages are sought for  
breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence, or strict  
liability in tort or under any other legal theory. Some states do not  
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, so the above limitation might not apply.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also  
have other rights, which vary state to state.  
Effective 01 January, 2003  
P/N 36287-110  
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To allow us to serve you better, please take a few moments to  
complete and return your warranty registration.  
YOU MAY ALSO REGISTER ONLINE AT  
If you have questions or need additional information, contact your  
local dealer or call Precor Customer Support at 800-347-4404.  
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TELL US ABOUT YOUR NEW PRECOR PRODUCT  
Product  
Serial  
Number:  
Date of  
Purchase:  
Month  
Day  
Year  
The serial number is located on the shipping box and on the product.  
Purchased  
from:  
Dealer Name  
Please indicate the type of product purchased:  
Elliptical Fitness CrossTrainerTM (EFX®)  
Treadmill  
StretchTrainerTM  
Cycle  
Stair Climber  
Strength Training System  
TELL US ABOUT YOU  
Mr.  
Mrs.  
Ms.  
First Name  
Street Address  
City  
Middle Initial  
Last Name  
Apt./Suite:  
State  
Zip Code  
Area Code  
Telephone  
Your Email Address  
Gender:  
Male  
Female Divorced  
Marital status:  
Married  
Age:  
Annual household income:  
Under $50,000  
$51,000-75,000  
$76,000-100,000  
$101,000-150,000  
$151,000+  
What are your fitness goals?  
Weight loss/management  
Muscle tone enhancement  
Cardiovascular improvement  
Overall health  
Increase energy and flexibility  
Stress reduction  
Rehabilitation  
Under 18  
18-24  
25-34  
35-44  
45-54  
55-64  
65+  
Widowed  
Never been married  
Other  
TELL US ABOUT YOUR PURCHASE  
Purchase (check all that apply):  
First Precor product  
Replaces a Precor product of the same type  
Replaces same type of product – different brand  
Addition to equipment currently owned  
How did you FIRST become aware of Precor  
products (choose only one):  
A gift  
Friend/relative  
Physician  
Fitness club  
What factors MOST influenced your decision to  
purchase your Precor product (choose up to three):  
Internet  
News report or product review  
Precor reputation  
Prior use of Precor product(s)  
Design/appearance  
Special product features  
Physician recommendation  
Rebate or sale price  
Quality/durability  
Warranty  
Magazine advertisement or article  
Print advertisement  
In-store display or demonstration  
Other  
Value for the price  
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Programs  
9.23/9.27 Low Impact Treadmill  
Electronic Readouts  
PROGRAMS  
Manual  
9.23  
9.27  
Age  
Program Name  
SmartRate*  
Product Specifications  
Calories  
Distance  
Heart Rate*  
Incline  
Length:  
Width:  
Height:  
Weight:  
80.86 in (205.4 cm)  
31.14 in (79.1 cm)  
53.86 in (136.8 cm)  
9.23 - 226.6 lb (103 kg)  
9.27 - 237.6 lb (108 kg)  
Weight Loss  
Interval  
Speed  
Time  
Hill Climb  
User 1 or User 2 (9.27 only)  
Weight  
Walk  
Pace  
Walk One  
Shipping weight:  
Running surface:  
9.23 - 279.4 lb (127 kg)  
Profile  
Workout Summary  
9.27 - 291.5 lb (132.5 kg)  
Walk Two  
20 in x 57 in  
(51 cm x 145 cm)  
* Use of chest strap or touch-sensitive handrail grips is required.  
5K Track Run  
Fun Run  
Motor:  
Power:  
Speed:  
3.0 hp continuous duty  
120 VAC, 50/60Hz  
0.5–12 mph  
(0–20 kph)  
Heart Rate Fat Burn  
Heart Rate Cardio  
Appears when you select a USER key.  
Incline:  
Frame:  
0%–15% grade  
Powder-coated steel  
Regulatory Approvals: CSA 22.2 No. 335  
Product Features  
QUICKSTART™  
®
SmartRate  
Heart Rate Chest Strap - 9.27 only  
Touch Heart Rate  
User IDs (2) - 9.27 only  
Safety Code  
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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.  
Copyright 2008 Precor Incorporated.  
Specifications subject to change without notice.  
NOTICE:  
Precor Incorporated  
Precor is widely recognized for its innovative, award winning designs of exercise equipment.  
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.  
20031 142nd Ave NE  
P.O. Box 7202  
Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002  
9.23/9.27 OM# 34508-102  
Warranty# 36287-110  
Registration Card# 45623-102  
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QUICKSTART™  
CAUTION: Before using the treadmill, read all these  
instructions. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.  
Begin Your Workout with QUICKSTART  
To begin exercising immediately without personalizing your exercise  
session, take the following steps.  
Do not allow children or those unfamiliar with its  
operation, on or near this equipment.  
1. Turn On the treadmill, using the power switch located beneath the  
front of the unit, near the power cord.  
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.  
2. Step on the treadmill. Face the display and straddle the running  
belt.  
3. Attach the safety clip to your clothing. Make sure the magnetic  
safety key is in position on the display console.  
At the beginning of a workout, straddle  
the belt by placing your feet firmly on  
the right and left staging platforms.  
Always face the display and use  
the handrail for balance. Never  
attempt to turn around on the  
treadmill while the running belt  
is moving.  
9.23  
9.27  
4. Hold on to the handrail with one hand and press QUICKSTART with  
the other.  
Audible beeps occur, a 3-second countdown appears, and then the  
running belt starts moving. The Manual Program begins.  
5. Step on to the running belt with the speed at 1 mph (1 kph), and  
begin exercising.  
If you feel pain, faintness, or  
  
dizziness, stop exercising  
immediately.  
To increase or decrease the incline or speed, use the INCLINE or  
SPEED arrow keys.  
To pause, hold onto a handrail with one hand while you press the  
Workout Tips  
Use the Safety Clip  
red STOP button with the other. Follow the display prompts.  
Always attach the safety clip  
to your clothing before each  
workout. A tug on the lanyard  
trips the safety switch inside  
the display and stops the  
running belt.  
Before and after a workout, gently stretch your  
lower body and back to help prevent stiffness or  
soreness.  
Note: When you reach your time or distance goal, you automatically  
enter a cool-down period.  
6. Complete the cool-down period and a workout summary presents  
your exercise session statistics. The display presents your average  
heart rate, and cumulative calories, distance, and workout time.  
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).  
If the safety switch trips while  
you are exercising, the treadmill  
does not retain your workout  
statistics. To resume your  
workout, reattach the magnetic  
safety key to the console, attach  
the safety clip to your clothing,  
and select a program while the  
banner scrolls across the display.  
7. Remove the safety clip from your clothing and hold on to a handrail  
as you step off the treadmill.  
To display your heart rate, use both hands to grasp  
8. To prevent unauthorized use, turn the treadmill Off.  
the touch-sensitive handrail grips.  
Note: To personalize your exercise experience, refer to Workout  
Options in the owner’s manual.  
Incorporate a cool-down period into your workout  
to help lower your heart rate and minimize muscle  
stiffness and soreness.  
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2. Adjust the strap and fasten it around your chest. The  
strap should feel snug, not restrictive (Diagram B).  
For the greatest benefits, maintain your heart rate in either  
zone for 30 minutes or more at least three times a week.  
Choose a Program  
Determine your level of fitness: beginner, intermediate,  
or advanced.  
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).  
Note: The 9.23 treadmill does not have heart rate teleme-  
try, so you cannot use a chest strap to view your heart  
rate. Use the touch-sensitive grips instead.  
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.  
CAUTION: Your heart rate should never exceed 85%  
of your maximum aerobic heart rate or go above  
your target zone (Diagram D).  
Heart Rate Target Zones  
Diagram A  
Diagram B  
Diagram C  
If you have been exercising and feel that you have reached  
an intermediate or advanced fitness level, you probably  
have established goals for yourself.  
200  
190  
180  
When these steps are complete, you are ready to view  
your heart rate!  
170  
High  
For all fitness levels, plan to exercise at a comfortable  
pace for 20 to 30 minutes a day. To monitor your heart  
rate, use the touch-sensitive grips. Supplement your plans  
with fitness workouts from the Precor web site  
expert advice to help you reach your fitness goals.  
Touch-Sensitive Handrail Grips  
160  
150  
140  
130  
Several Precor products incorporate touch-sensitive heart  
rate grips on the handrails. If you prefer to use the touch-  
sensitive handrail grips, use both hands. Make sure both  
hands are moist (not dry) when you grasp the touch-  
sensitive handrail grips.  
Peak  
120  
Cardio  
110  
100  
Fatburn  
90  
Monitor Your Heart Rate  
80  
SmartRate® Features  
Warmup  
70  
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.  
20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75  
When you begin an exercise session, 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.  
Your Age  
Diagram D  
Cool Down After Your Workout  
Wear a Chest Strap (9.27 only)  
The calculation used for the heart rate target zone is your  
maximum aerobic heart rate:  
(220 minus your age) multiplied by a percent.  
During a workout, the heart rate features appear on the  
display when you wear a chest strap. To receive an  
accurate reading, the chest strap needs to be in direct  
contact with your skin. 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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Precor Incorporated  
20031 142nd Avenue NE  
P.O. Box 7202  
Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002  
9.23/9.27 HR INFO 300055-101  
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20031 142nd Avenue NE  
P.O. Box 7202  
Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002  
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