Precor 9.27 Treadmill User Manual

This addendum accompanies your equipment documentation and is additional

information concerning the heart rate features for your equipment and console.

Important

The heart rate features are intended for reference only. They may not be accurate

for every user or at every speed and are not intended for use as a medical device.

Holding the heart rate handle touch sensor while exercising at higher intensity

may also decrease accuracy of the heart rate reading and is not recommended.

Please also read your product documentation and visit:

www.precor.com/en-us/customer-service/faq.

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Thank you for choosing Precor. For proper installation, please read this guide

thoroughly and follow the assembly instructions. If you do not assemble the

treadmill according to these guidelines, you could void the Precor Limited Warranty.

Important (240 volt 9.27 model only): If the power cord attached to

your equipment is not compatible with your local power plug standards,

the container should also include a power cord for your region. You will

need to install this cord in place of the one attached to the equipment.

If you need such a cord and it was not included with your treadmill,

please contact your Precor dealer for the correct Precor power cord.

For a list of authorized Precor dealers in your area,

please contact Customer Support at www.precor.com.

Obtaining Service

Do not service the treadmill except for minor belt

adjustments and maintenance tasks as described in the

owner’s manual. For more information regarding customer

support numbers or a list of Precor authorized service

dealers, visit the Precor web site at www.precor.com.

Unpacking the Equipment

The unit is shipped in one box. Ask for help from two

or more people to unpack and assemble the treadmill.

If any items are missing, contact your dealer.

Required Tools

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Phillips-head screwdriver

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Crescent wrench

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Level

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Wire cutter

Installation Requirements

CAUTION: You will need assistance to

assemble this unit. DO NOT attempt

assembly by yourself.

Follow these installation requirements when

assembling the unit:

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Assemble the unit near the location

where you plan to use it and provide

ample space around the unit.

Important: Consult your owner’s

manual for proper placement of

your equipment.

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Make sure that the power switch

is OFF and that the treadmill is not

plugged into a power source.

Check the ON/OFF power switch on the

front of the treadmill. Place the switch

in the O (OFF) position.

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Assemble unit on a solid, flat surface.

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Assemble the treadmill in the

sequence presented in this guide.

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If you plan to move the unit, obtain

help and use proper lifting techniques.

Grasp the rear end of the treadmill or either

side of the running belt. Lift the treadmill and

roll it on its front wheels. Do not grasp any other

plastic part while lifting or moving the unit. The

other plastic parts are not reinforced and they

may break.

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Have your assistant lower the handrail assembly onto the upright supports. Tip the assembly

slightly forward so the lip of each handrail cap rests on the upright support. Align the mounting

holes and insert six buttonhead screws (A) and six washers (B). Finger tighten.

Important: Make sure the fasteners do not pinch the cable. Cables damaged by improper

installation will not be covered by the Precor Limited Warranty.

Note: To attach the handrails to the 9.27, perform step 7 installing one handrail at a time.

If you have a 9.23, skip to step 8.

Attach the handrails (9.27 model only)

a. Attach the base of the handrail to an upright support using one long buttonhead screw (F).

Insert the long buttonhead screw through the upright support, and then slide the handrail

stub into the center handrail while you thread the long screw into the base of the handrail.

CAUTION: Use your fingers to properly align and thread the long screw into the

mounting hole. This will help avoid cross-threading.

b. Insert two buttonhead screws (D) to secure each handrail stub to the center handrail.

Wrench tighten all the handrail screws with a 4 mm hex key.

Tighten all mounting screws. Refer to the illustrations for steps 2

through 7.

a. Start at the base and use the 5 mm hex key to alternately tighten

the 4 front panel screws.

b. Use the 6 mm T-handle hex key to wrench tighten the 4 socket head

side bracket screws.

c. Use the 5 mm hex key to wrench tighten the six screws that secure

the handrail extensions to the upright supports.

Attach the left upright support following the

procedures in steps 2 and 3, using two buttonhead

screws (A), two socket head screws (C), and four

washers (B). Finger tighten.

CAUTION: The On/Off switch is located beneath the hood on the base frame.

Make sure the power switch is in the Off position and the power cord is

disconnected from its power source.

Unwind the wire tie from the base of the right upright support and feed it

through the large hole. Unwrap the cable and secure it to the wire tie. Pull

the wire tie and cable through the upright support as you position it against

the base frame side bracket.

Ask your assistant to insert a buttonhead screw (A) and washer (B) into

the top mounting hole on the front panel. Thread the screw so the other

mounting holes line up. Then insert a buttonhead screw (A) and washer (B)

in the bottom mounting hole. Finger tighten.

Note: Do not force the fasteners into place and do not tighten them

completely until instructed to do so. If the head of the fastener is not

flush with the head of the product, contact Customer Support

at www.precor.com.

Secure the upright support to the base frame side bracket using

two socket head screws (C) and washers (B). Place each screw

on the 6mm T-handle hex key and insert it through the cutout in the

upright support. Wrench tighten so the upright is stable, but leave

room for adjustments.

Ask your assistant to hold the handrail assembly while

you connect the cable. Remove the wire tie and place

any excess cable inside the upright support.

Note: The 9.27 handrail assembly shown here is slightly

different from the 9.23 treadmill. If you are assembling a 9.23,

you will not have mounts for the side handrails.

Install the display console.

a. Remove the display console from its box and protective packaging.

b. Cut any wire ties that secure the cables to the center handrail.

c. Ask your assistant to hold the display console above its mounting

bracket while you connect the cables to their appropriate

receptacles on the back of the display console. Tabs exist on

each connector so you can align it properly.

d. Secure the cables under the clips in the indented area on the back

of the display console and lower the display console onto its

bracket.

e. Feed any excess cable into the center handrail.

f. Align the four mounting holes and secure the display console with

four buttonhead screws (D) and four washers (E). Wrench tighten

using a 4 mm hex key.

Slide the two water bottle holders onto their brackets and secure each with a

buttonhead screw (G) and washer (H). Tighten each screw with a Phillips-head

screwdriver.

Note: In the 9.27 packaging, you will find a chest strap. Refer to the QUICKSTART

card to learn how to use it. If you are interested in purchasing a chest strap for the

9.23, refer to Obtaining Service.

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20031 142nd Avenue NE

P.O. Box 7202

Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002

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Checking the Alignment and Adjusting the Running Belt

Proper belt alignment allows the belt to remain centered and ensures smooth operation. Realigning the belt takes a few minor adjustments.

If you are unsure about this procedure, call Precor Customer Support. Refer to Obtaining Service.

To check the alignment:

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.

1. The treadmill has adjustable rear feet. Make sure that the running

surface is level before aligning or adjusting the running belt. Refer to

assembly step 12.

2. Connect the power plug to a dedicated 15 amp power source and

turn the unit On.

3. Stand beside the treadmill and press QUICKSTART.

The running belt starts automatically after the 3-second countdown

appears on the display.

4. Press the SPEED UP arrow key until the display shows a speed of

3 mph (5kph).

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 and contact Precor

Customer Support.

5. Walk around to the rear of the unit and observe the belt for a

few minutes. The belt should remain centered along the running bed.

If the belt drifts off center, you must make adjustments. Refer

to the next section.

Important: If the belt needs alignment, make the adjustments

at once. 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 STOP.

7. Turn the treadmill Off.

To adjust the running belt:

If you are unsure about adjusting the running belt, contact Precor Customer

Support. Refer to Obtaining Service.

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.

1. Locate the right belt adjustment bolt in the rear end cap of the treadmill.

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

a ¼-inch or equivalent mm hex key.

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If the belt is off center to the LEFT,

turn the adjusting bolt ¼ turn

counterclockwise, which moves

the running belt to the right.

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If the belt tracks off center to the

RIGHT, turn the bolt ¼ turn

clockwise; this moves the belt

to the left.

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.

Hardware Kit (not to scale)

(A) Buttonhead screw (M8 x 1.25 x 15L) 10 10

(B) Washer (014 x 08.4 x 1.5t) 14 14

(D) Buttonhead screws (M6 x 1.0 x 15L) 8 4

1 – 6mm T-handle hex key

1 – 5mm hex key 1 – 4mm hex key

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(E) Washer (013 x 06.5 x 1.0t) 4 4

Fasteners

(F) Buttonhead screw (M8 x 130mm) 2

(G) Buttonhead screw (M5 x 0.8 x 10L) 2 2

(H) Washer (012 x 05.2 x 1.0t) 2 2

1 – Magnetic safety key and safety clip (H)

2 – Water bottle holder (J)

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Place the magnetic safety key (H) into the cutout

on the display console.

Check the alignment and adjust the running belt. For instructions, refer to

Checking the Alignment and Adjusting the Running Belt. If you want to

test the heart rate feature, refer to the Owner’s Manual.

Before using the unit, make sure it is level. If adjustments are needed,

adjust one rear foot at a time. Do not raise the unit more than ½-inch

(1.2 cm) off the floor.

a. Ask a capable assistant to lift the rear

portion of the treadmill (using proper lifting

techniques).

b. Loosen the upper lock nut with a

crescent wrench and rotate the rear

feet as needed.

c. Retighten the lock nut and lower the treadmill to the floor.

3. Reattach the clamp assembly to the treadmill by plugging the power

cord into the treadmill and reattaching the two screws to hold it

firmly in place.

Replacing the Power Cord (240 volt 9.27 model only)

If the power cord attached to your equipment is not compatible with your local power plug standards, the container should also include a power

cord for your region. You will need to install this cord in place of the one attached to the equipment. If you need such a cord and it was not included

with your treadmill, please contact your Precor dealer for the correct Precor power cord. For a list of authorized Precor dealers in your area,

please contact Customer Support at www.precor.com.

CAUTION: Before changing power cords, make sure the power is OFF and unplug the treadmill from the power outlet.

To change the power cord:

1. Loosen and remove the two screws that attach the power cord

clamp assembly to the treadmill.

2. Remove the current power cord from the clamp assembly and

replace it with the appropriate power cord.

Ensure the cord is connected

securely and that the two

screws are tight. Failure to do

so may create a risk of damage

to the equipment.

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QUICKSTART

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CAUTION: Before using the treadmill, read all these

instructions. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.

• Do not allow children or those unfamiliar with its

operation, on or near this equipment.

• 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.

• 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.

• If you feel pain, faintness, or

dizziness, stop exercising

immediately.

Using the Safety Clip

Always attach the safety clip

to your clothing before each

workout. A tug on the lanyard

activates the safety switch inside

the display and stops the

running belt.

If the safety switch is activated

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.

Workout Tips

• Before and after a workout, gently stretch your

lower body and back to help prevent stiffness or

soreness.

• To display your heart rate, use both hands to grasp

the touch-sensitive handrail grips.

• At the beginning of a workout, take several minutes

to bring your heart rate into your target zone

(shown in Diagram A on the other side of this

card).

• Incorporate a cool-down period into your workout

to help lower your heart rate and minimize muscle

stiffness and soreness.

Beginning Your Workout with QUICKSTART

To begin exercising immediately without personalizing your exercise

session, take the following steps.

1. Turn On the treadmill, using the power switch located beneath the

front of the unit, near the power cord.

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.

Hold 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.

• 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

red STOP button with the other. Follow the display prompts.

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.

7. Remove the safety clip from your clothing and hold on to a handrail

as you step off the treadmill.

8. To prevent unauthorized use, turn the treadmill Off.

Note: To personalize your exercise experience, refer to Workout

Options in the owner’s manual.

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Choosing a Program

• Determine your level of fitness: beginner, intermediate,

or advanced.

• 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.

If you have been exercising and feel that you have reached

an intermediate or advanced fitness level, you probably

have established goals for yourself.

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

(www.precor.com). The Precor web site also provides

expert advice to help you reach your fitness goals.

Using the Touch Heart Rate Feature

Note: Touch heart rate performance may vary based on a

user’s physiology, fitness level, age, and other factors. You

may experience an erratic readout if your hands are dry,

dirty, or oily, or if the skin on your palms is especially thick.

Wearing hand lotion can also cause an erratic readout. In

addition, make sure that the sensors are clean to ensure

proper contact can be maintained.

To use the touch heart rate feature, place the palm of your

hands directly on the metal heart rate sensors on the

equipment’s handlebars. To ensure a more accurate heart

rate readout, make sure you follow these tips:

• Both hands must grip the sensors for your heart rate to

• It takes a number of consecutive heart beats

(15-20 seconds) for your heart rate to register.

• When gripping the sensors, do not grip tightly. Keep a

loose, cupping hold. Holding the grips tightly can

affect the reading.

• As you work out, your perspiration will help transmit

your heart rate signal. If you have difficulty using the

handheld grips to determine your heart rate, try the

sensors again later in the workout to see if you can

obtain a heart rate signal.

• If the touch heart rate feature does not work for you,

Precor recommends that you use a chest transmitter

strap.

CAUTION: Your heart rate should never exceed 85%

of your maximum aerobic heart rate. Your

maximum heart rate is equal to 220 minus your age.

(Diagram A).

Diagram A

Using a Chest Strap Transmitter

Signals used by the Chest Strap

Transmitter (or heart rate strap) may

interfere with pacemakers or other

implanted devices. Consult your

physician and the manufacturers of

your Chest Strap Transmitter and

implanted device before using a

Chest Strap Transmitter.

Wearing a chest strap transmitter during your workout

provides steady heart rate information. For the equipment

to detect your heart rate, you must grip the touch heart

rate sensors or wear a chest strap transmitter while

exercising. In the presence of both touch and wireless

data, the touch data takes precedence and will display.

Note:

To receive an accurate reading, the strap needs to

be in direct contact with the skin on the lower sternum

(just below the bust line for women).

To use a chest strap:

1. Carefully dampen the back of the strap with tap water.

Important: Do not use deionized water. It does not

have the proper minerals and salts to conduct

electrical impulses.

2. Adjust the strap and fasten it around your chest. The

strap should feel snug, not restrictive.

3. Make sure that the chest strap is right side up, lies

horizontally across, and is centered in the middle of

your chest (Diagram B).

Diagram B

4. Test the chest strap placement by checking the heart

rate function on the equipment. If a heart rate is

registering, your chest strap placement is correct. If

the equipment does not register a heart rate, readjust

the strap and recheck the heart rate function.

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Owner’s Manual: Important Safety Instructions 1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Important Safety Instructions

Read the following precautions thoroughly before using

the treadmill, and save them afterward for future

reference. These instructions are written for your safety and

to protect the unit.

To reduce the risk of electrical

shock always unplug the treadmill

from the electrical outlet

immediately after using and

before cleaning.

Important: (240 volt 9.27 model only) If the power

cord attached to your equipment is not compatible with

your local power plug standards, the container should

also include a power cord for your region. You will need

to install this cord in place of the one attached to the

equipment. If you need such a cord and it was not

included with your treadmill, please contact your Precor

dealer for the correct Precor power cord. For a list of

authorized Precor dealers in your area, please contact

Customer Support at www.precor.com.

Safety Precautions

Always follow basic safety precautions when using the

treadmill to reduce the chance of injury, fire, or damage.

Other sections in this manual provide more details of

safety features. Be sure to read these sections and

observe all safety notices. These precautions include the

following:

• Read all instructions in this guide before installing and

using the equipment and follow any labels on the

equipment.

• Make sure all users see a physician for a complete

physical examination before they begin any fitness

program.

• 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.

• Do not allow children, or people unfamiliar with the

operation of this equipment, on or near it. Do not leave

children unsupervised around the equipment.

• Never drop or insert objects into any opening. Keep

hands away from moving parts.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Equipment Weight Restrictions: Do not exceed the

maximum specified user weight of 350 pounds (160

kg).

• 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.

• Do not set anything on the stationary handrails,

handlebars, control console, or covers. Place liquids,

magazines, and books in the appropriate receptacles.

• Do not lean on or pull on the console at any time.

• Hold onto a stationary handrail or handlebar while

assuming the starting position on the equipment.

• On treadmills, straddle the running belt and attach the

safety clip to clothing at waist level before touching the

control console.

Important: For safety, make sure users step onto the

running belt while it is moving at or below 1 mile per

hour (1.6 kilometers per hour).

• Hold on to a stationary handrail or handlebar with one

hand whenever you operate the console keys with the

other hand.

• 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 your body and head facing forward. Never attempt

to turn around on the treadmill.

• 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.

• 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.

• Make sure all users wear proper exercise clothing and

shoes for their workouts and avoid loose or dangling

clothing. Users should not wear shoes with heels or

leather soles, and they should check the soles of their

shoes to remove any dirt and embedded stones. They

should also tie long hair back.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Never leave the equipment unattended when it is

plugged in. Unplug the equipment from its power

source when it is not in use, before cleaning it, and

before providing authorized service.

Note: The optional power adapter is considered a

power source for self-powered equipment.

• Use the power adapter provided with the equipment.

Plug the power adapter into an appropriate, grounded

power outlet as marked on the equipment.

• Care should be taken when mounting or dismounting

the equipment.

• Read, understand, and test the emergency stop

procedures before use.

• Keep the power cord or optional power adapter and

plug away from heated surfaces.

• Route power cables so that they are not walked on,

pinched, or damaged by items placed upon or against

them, including the equipment itself.

• Ensure the equipment has adequate ventilation. Do not

place anything on top of or over the equipment. Do not

use on a cushioned surface that could block the

ventilation opening.

• Assemble and operate the equipment on a solid, level

surface.

• Proper Location for Equipment

• For all equipment other than treadmills: Locate at

least 40 inches (1 meter) away from walls or furniture

on either side of the equipment, and 40 inches (1

meter) away from objects behind the equipment.

• For treadmills: Locate at least 40 inches (1 meter)

away from walls or furniture on either side of the

treadmill, and at least 80 inches (2 meters) away

from objects behind the treadmill.

• Keep equipment away from water and moisture. Avoid

dropping anything on or spilling anything inside the

equipment to prevent electric shock or damage to the

electronics.

• Do not operate electrically powered equipment in

damp or wet locations.

• Never operate this equipment if it has a damaged cord

or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been

dropped, damaged, or exposed to water. Call for

service immediately if any of these conditions exist.

• Maintain the equipment to keep it in good working

condition, as described in the Maintenance section of

the assembly and maintenance guide. Inspect the

equipment for incorrect, worn, or loose components,

and then correct, replace or tighten prior to use.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• If you plan to move the equipment, obtain help and use

proper lifting techniques. Refer to the "Moving the

Equipment" section of the assembly and maintenance

guide.

• Use the equipment only for its intended purpose as

described in this manual. Do not use accessory

attachments that are not recommended by Precor.

Such attachments may cause injuries.

• Do not operate the equipment where aerosol (spray)

products are being used or where oxygen is being

administered.

• Do not use outdoors.

• Do not attempt to service the equipment yourself,

except to follow the maintenance instructions in this

manual.

CAUTION: DO NOT remove the cover, or you may risk

injury due to electric shock. Read the assembly and

maintenance guides before operating. There are no

user-serviceable parts inside. Contact Customer

Support if the equipment needs servicing. For use

with single phase AC supply only.

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.

Improper connection of the

equipment-grounding conductor

can result in a risk of electric

shock. Check with a qualified

electrician or service person if you

are in doubt as to whether the 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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Replacing the Power Cord

(240 volt 9.27 model only)

Important: Please check that the plug included with your

treadmill is appropriate for your location. You will need to

install this cord in place of the one attached to the

equipment. If you need such a cord and it was not

included with your treadmill, please contact your Precor

dealer for the correct Precor power cord. For a list of

authorized Precor dealers in your area, please contact

Customer Support at www.precor.com.

CAUTION: Before changing the power cords, make

sure the treadmill power is OFF and unplug the

treadmill from the power outlet.

To change the power cord:

1. Loosen and remove the two screws that attach the

power cord clamp assembly to the treadmill.

Figure 1: Location of clamp assembly screws

2. Remove the current power cord from the clamp

assembly and replace it with the appropriate power

cord.

Figure 2: Replacing the power cord in clamp assembly

3. Reattach the clamp assembly to the treadmill by

plugging the power cord into the treadmill and reattach

the two screws to hold it firmly in place.

Ensure the cord is

connected securely and that

the two screws are tight.

Failure to do so may create

a risk of damage to the

equipment.

WARNING

Owner’s Manual: Important Safety Instructions 6

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Hazardous Materials and Proper

Disposal

The batteries within self-powered equipment contain

materials that are considered hazardous to the

environment.

Federal law requires proper disposal of these batteries. If

you plan to dispose of your equipment, contact Precor

Commercial Products Customer Support for information

regarding battery removal. Refer to Obtaining Service

Product Recycling and Disposal

This equipment must be recycled or discarded according

to applicable local and national regulations.

Regulatory Notices for Cardiovascular

Exercise Equipment

The regulatory information in this section applies to the

exercise equipment and its control console.

Safety Approvals for Cardiovascular

Equipment

Precor equipment has been tested and found to comply

with the following applicable safety standards.

Cardiovascular Type Equipment:

• CAN/CSA, IEC, EN 60335-1 (Household and similar

electrical appliances - Safety)

• EN 957 (Stationary training equipment, class H/B

compliant equipment)

Owner’s Manual: Important Safety Instructions 7

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Radio Frequency Interference (RFI)

Federal Communications Commission, Part 15

The treadmill has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15

of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. The treadmill generates, uses, and

can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed

and used in accordance with the owner’s manual

instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications.

Per FCC rules, changes or

modifications not expressly

approved by Precor could void the

user’s authority to operate the

equipment.

Canadian Department of Communications

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits

for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in

the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian

Department of Communications.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits

radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux

appareils numériques de la class B prescrites dans le

Réglement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le

ministére des Communications du Canada.

ATTENTION: Haute Tension

Débranchez avant de réparer

WARNING

Owner’s Manual: Important Safety Instructions 8

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical Recommendations:

120 V and 240 V Treadmills

Note: This is a recommendation only. NEC (National

Electric Code) guidelines or local region electric codes

must be followed.

CAUTION: Use the supplied and appropriate power

cord. Do not remove or otherwise bypass the 3-

prong plug with an adapter in order to use a non-

grounded outlet. Do not plug the treadmill into a

power transformer in an attempt to adjust the

voltage requirements. Failure to follow these

instructions might damage the unit and will void

the Precor Limited Warranty. If an appropriate cord

for your location was not included with your

treadmill, please contact your Precor dealer for the

proper Precor power cord. For more information on

authorized Precor dealers in your area, please

contact Customer Support at www.precor.com.

You should have received a power cable that meets your

local electrical code requirements along with the

equipment. Precor treadmills must be connected to a

dedicated individual branch circuit with a capacity of at

least 15 amps for 120 V or at least 10 amps if designed

for 240 V. If you need additional help with the power

connections contact your Precor authorized dealer.

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

www.precor.com.

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. Refer to Figure 3.

Figure 3: Location of serial number

Model #: _______ Serial #: ___________________

Date purchased: _________________________

Owner’s Manual: Table of Contents 9

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions .............................1

Safety Precautions ............................................................... 1

Grounding Instructions ........................................................ 4

Replacing the Power Cord

(240 volt 9.27 model only) .................................................5

Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal ..................... 6

Product Recycling and Disposal ....................................... 6

Regulatory Notices for Cardiovascular

Exercise Equipment .............................................................. 6

Electrical Recommendations:

120 V and 240 V Treadmills .............................................. 8

Obtaining Service ................................................................. 8

Treadmill Safety Features ........................................... 11

Using the Safety Clip ........................................................ 11

Using the Handrails ........................................................... 12

Turning the Unit On and Off ............................................ 12

Using the Reset Switch .................................................... 12

Location ............................................................................... 12

Heart Rate Features ...................................................... 13

Important Use and Safety Information .......................... 13

Exercise to Your Target Heart Rate ............................... 15

Using the Touch-Sensitive

Heart Rate Grips ................................................................ 16

Using SmartRate ................................................................ 17

Using a Chest Strap Transmitter

(9.27 model only) ............................................................... 18

Heart Rate Analysis ........................................................... 19

Display Console ..............................................................20

More Information about the Center Display ................. 22

More Information about the

Lower Display ..................................................................... 22

Keypad .................................................................................. 24

User Identification ..........................................................27

Adding a User ..................................................................... 27

Updating User Information ............................................... 28

Workout Options ............................................................29

Choosing QUICKSTART ................................................. 30

Selecting a Program .......................................................... 31

Selecting a USER Key ...................................................... 32

Cooling Down After a Workout ...................................... 33

Pausing During a Workout or the

Cool-Down Period ............................................................. 33

Ending a Workout .............................................................. 34

Programs ..........................................................................35

Choosing a Program ......................................................... 35

Program Tips ....................................................................... 35

Manual Program ................................................................. 36

Weight Loss Program ....................................................... 36

Owner’s Manual: Table of Contents 10

Interval Program ................................................................. 37

Hill Climb Program ............................................................ 38

Walk One Program (9.27 model only) .......................... 38

Walk Two Program (9.27 model only) .......................... 39

5K Track Run Program (9.27 model only) ................... 39

Fun Run Program ............................................................... 40

9.27 Heart Rate Program Tips ....................................... 40

Heart Rate Fat Burn Program

(9.27 model only) ............................................................... 41

Heart Rate Cardio Program

(9.27 model only) ............................................................... 41

Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting ..... 42

Advanced Programming Tips .......................................... 42

Selecting a U.S. Standard or

Metric Display ..................................................................... 42

Informational Displays ....................................................... 43

Red Reset Button .............................................................. 44

Troubleshooting Error Codes ......................................... 45

Troubleshooting Heart Rate Issues ............................... 45

Maintenance ................................................................... 47

Inspection ............................................................................ 47

Cleaning the Equipment ................................................... 48

Storing the Chest Strap ................................................... 48

Checking the Alignment of the

Running Belt ....................................................................... 49

Adjusting the Running Belt .............................................. 50

Long-Term Storage ........................................................... 51

Owner’s Manual: Treadmill Safety Features 11

Treadmill Safety Features

The treadmill is equipped with certain items that, when

used properly, help sustain an enjoyable workout. These

items include:

• Safety clip and magnetic safety key

•Handrails

•Power switch

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 Figure 4. A tug on the lanyard disengages the

magnetic safety key and trips the safety power switch

inside the display console that stops the running belt and

ends your exercise session.

Note: If the safety power switch trips, the treadmill does

not retain your workout statistics.

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.

2. Straddle the running belt.

3. Press QUICKSTART or select a program.

4. Hold onto a handrail while you step on to the running

belt with the speed at or below 1 mph (1.6 kph).

Figure 4: 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.

Owner’s Manual: Treadmill Safety Features 12

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.

To learn more about the touch-sensitive heart rate 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 Figure 5.

Important: Always turn the treadmill OFF and unplug the

treadmill when it is not in use. Do not leave children

unsupervised around the equipment.

Figure 5: Location of power switch

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.

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. Locate at least 40 inches (1 meter) away from

walls or furniture on either side of the treadmill, and at least

80 inches (2 meters) away from objects behind the

treadmill.

Owner’s Manual: Heart Rate Features 13

Heart Rate Features

Heart rate and SmartRate

features are available when

you grasp both touch-sensitive heart rate 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.

Important Use and Safety Information

Read the following before using the heart rate or

SmartRate features.

CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, see

your physician for a thorough physical examination.

Seek advice from your physician to learn the target heart

rate appropriate for your fitness level. Your heart rate

should never exceed 85% of your maximum aerobic

heart rate. If it does, immediately slow down and adjust

the ramp incline or resistance to return to your physical

recommended target zone.

• 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 Figure 6.

Target HR

Achieved

Owner’s Manual: Heart Rate Features 14

• The calculation used for the heart rate target zone is

(220 minus your age) multiplied by a percent and is

controlled by the user increasing or decreasing the

incline.

For example:

Fat Burn program: (220 minus your age) multiplied by

65%

Cardio program: (220 minus your age) multiplied by

80%

Refer to Table 1 in Using SmartRate.

• If you are using a chest strap on the 9.27 model, 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.

• 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.

• If you prefer to use the touch-sensitive heart rate grips,

grasp both touch-sensitive heart rate grips and wait five

to ten seconds. Make sure both hands are moist.

Note: When a signal is detected, a number appears in

the HEART RATE display and indicates your heart rate.

• Always face forward on the treadmill and use the

handrail for balance. Keep upper body movement to a

minimum.

Figure 6: Heart rate target zones

20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75

100

120

130

140

150

160

170

180

190

200

110

Heart Rate Target Zones

Yo u r Ag e

Your Heart Rate

High

Cardio

Warmup

Peak

Fat Burn

Owner’s Manual: Heart Rate Features 15

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 model only) or grasp both touch-

sensitive heart rate grips and enter your age. Your heart

rate (beats per minute) appears on the display.

Important: Enter an accurate age when queried otherwise

a default age of 35 years is used for heart rate

calculations.

The 9.27 model 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.

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.

When the warm-up period ends, the INCLINE keys affect

the target heart rate and not the treadmill’s incline.

You can adjust your target heart rate after selecting a

program and completing the warm-up period.

To use the 9.27 programs, press the PROGRAMS key

until the desired program, P9 or P10 appears. For more

information, refer to Programs.

The 9.23 model 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 heart rate grips. When you enter

your age during the setup prompts, the SmartRate display

provides a visual cue that helps you stay within the desired

heart rate target zone.

Owner’s Manual: Heart Rate Features 16

Using the Touch-Sensitive

Heart Rate Grips

Note: Touch-sensitive heart rate grip performance may vary

based on a user’s physiology, fitness level, age, and other

factors. You may experience an erratic readout if your

hands are dry, dirty, or oily, or if the skin on your palms is

especially thick. Wearing hand lotion can also cause an

erratic readout. In addition, make sure that the grips are

clean to ensure proper contact can be maintained.

To use the touch-sensitive heart rate feature, place the

palm of your hands directly on the metal heart rate sensors

on the equipment’s handlebars. Refer to Figure 7. To

ensure a more accurate heart rate readout, make sure you

follow these tips:

• Both hands must grip the sensors for your heart rate to

• It takes a number of consecutive heartbeats (15-20

seconds) for your heart rate to register.

• When gripping the sensors, do not grip tightly. Keep a

loose, cupping hold. Holding the grips tightly can affect

the reading.

• As you work out, your perspiration will help transmit

your heart rate signal. If you have difficulty using the

touch-sensitive grips to determine your heart rate, try

the sensors again later in the workout to see if you can

obtain a heart rate signal.

• If the touch heart rate feature does not work for you,

Precor recommends that you use a chest transmitter

strap.

Note: A chest strap is not included with this model.

Figure 7: Touch-sensitive heart rate grips

Important: While exercising, do not grasp the

touch-sensitive heart rate grips and wear the chest strap

at the same time. The touch-sensitive heart rate grips

override the signals from the chest strap transmitter. If

used together, inconsistent readings may occur.

Owner’s Manual: Heart Rate Features 17

Using SmartRate

The SmartRate feature helps you monitor and maintain

your heart rate in the target zone best suited to your

specific needs.

After you begin a workout, a blinking bar appears on the

SmartRate display. The blinking bar indicates the current

zone of your heart rate.

Important: To use the SmartRate feature, you must

choose a program and enter your age during the setup

phase of your exercise session.

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.

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.

Table 1. Heart rate target zones and SmartRate LEDs

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.

• You fail to grasp both touch-sensitive heart rate grips

for five to ten seconds.

Heart Rate Zone

Percent

SmartRate

Bars Lit Blinking Target Zone

Below 50 none First WARMUP

50 to 54 First Second WARMUP

55 to 59 Second Third FATBURN

60 to 64 Third Fourth FATBURN

65 to 69 Fourth Fifth FATBURN

70 to 74 Fifth Sixth CARDIO

75 to 79 Sixth Seventh CARDIO

80 to 84 Seventh Eighth CARDIO

85 to 87 Eighth Ninth PEAK

Above 87 Ninth Tenth HIGH

Owner’s Manual: Heart Rate Features 18

Using a Chest Strap Transmitter

(9.27 model only)

Signals used by the Chest Strap

Transmitter (or heart rate strap)

may interfere with pacemakers

or other implanted devices.

Consult your physician and the

manufacturers of your Chest

Strap Transmitter and implanted

device before using a Chest

Strap Transmitter.

Wearing a chest strap transmitter during your workout

provides steady heart rate information. For the equipment

to detect your heart rate, you must grip the touch heart rate

sensors or wear a chest strap transmitter while exercising.

In the presence of both touch and wireless data, the touch

data takes precedence and will display.

Note: To receive an accurate reading, the strap needs to

be in direct contact with the skin on the lower sternum (just

below the bust line for women).

Important: While exercising, do not grasp the

touch-sensitive heart rate grips and wear the chest strap

at the same time. The touch-sensitive heart rate grips

override the signals from the chest strap transmitter. If

used together, inconsistent readings may occur.

To use a chest strap transmitter:

Note: A chest strap is not included with this model.

1. Carefully dampen the back of the strap with tap water.

Important: Do not use deionized water. It does not

have the proper minerals and salts to conduct electrical

impulses.

2. Adjust the strap and fasten it around your chest. The

strap should feel snug, not restrictive.

3. Make sure that the chest strap is right-side-up, lies

horizontally across, and is centered in the middle of

your chest.

Figure 8: Positioning the chest strap

4. Test the chest strap placement by checking the heart

rate function on the equipment. If a heart rate is

registering, your chest strap placement is correct.

5. If the equipment does not register a heart rate, readjust

the strap and recheck the heart rate function.

WARNING

Owner’s Manual: Heart Rate Features 19

Heart Rate Analysis

Every time you complete a program using a chest strap

(9.27 model only) or the touch-sensitive heart rate grips,

your average heart rate appears along with your workout

summary statistics. The heart rate analysis is based on

how often your heart rate signal is received while

exercising. If you use a chest strap on the 9.27 model, the

average heart rate will be more accurate than if you

occasionally grasp the touch-sensitive heart rate grips.

Owner’s Manual: Display Console 20

Display Console

Target HR

Achieved

PROGRAM

GUEST

User 1

User 2

120 21.5 0.3 25:05

0.6.5.0.60.00004.0

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.

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.

PROGRAMS keypad: To begin an

exercise session, press the

PROGRAMS key to view the menu of

programs. For program descriptions,

refer to Programs.

QUICKSTART: Press QUICKSTART

to begin your workout immediately.

ENTER key: Press this key to confirm

responses to specific prompts.

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.

Lower display: While you exercise,

three sets of numbers show

information about your session.

When you complete a program, the

average incline, average pace, and

average speed appear as part of the

workout summary.

SPEED arrow keys: Use the arrow keys to

adjust the speed.

INCLINE arrow keys: Use the

arrow keys to adjust the incline.

Workout Statistics: Your heart rate,

calories burned, distance travelled,

and workout time appear along the

upper portion of the display.

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

information is stored for future exercise sessions.

Model 9.27

Owner’s Manual: Display Console 21

Target HR

Achieved

PROGRAM

GUEST

User 1

User 2

120 21.5 0.3 25:05

0.6.5.0.60.00004.0

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.

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.

PROGRAMS keypad: To begin an

exercise session, press the

PROGRAMS key to view the menu of

programs. For program descriptions,

refer to Programs.

QUICKSTART: Press QUICKSTART

to begin your workout immediately.

ENTER key: Press this key to confirm

responses to specific prompts.

Lower display: While you exercise,

three sets of numbers show

information about your session.

When you complete a program, the

average incline, average pace, and

average speed appear as part of the

workout summary.

Workout Statistics: Your heart rate,

calories burned, distance travelled,

and workout time appear along the

upper portion of the display.

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.

INCLINE arrow keys: Use the

arrow keys to adjust the incline.

Model 9.23

Owner’s Manual: Display Console 22

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

Figure 9. The profile raises or lowers according to which

INCLINE arrow key is pressed.

Figure 9: Column height (1) and Incline settings 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.

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

Lower Display

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.

On occasion, the lower display becomes a message bar

and shows additional information depending on user

selections and program interludes.

0 – 1

1.5 – 3

3.5 – 5

5.5 – 7

7.5 – 9

9.5 – 11

11.5 – 13

13.5 – 15

Owner’s Manual: Display Console 23

Upper Display Workout Statistics:

HEART RATE, CALORIES, DISTANCE, and TIME

HEART RATE—Your heart rate appears in the HEART

RATE display if you are using a chest strap (9.27 model

only) or the touch-sensitive heart rate grips. Refer to Heart

Rate Features.

CALORIES—Tracks the cumulative number of calories

being burned.

DISTANCE—Tracks linear distance in either miles or

kilometers. The distance is calculated based on your

speed.

TIME—Displays 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.

Lower Display Workout Statistics:

INCLINE, PACE, and SPEED

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.

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).

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.

Owner’s Manual: Display Console 24

Keypad

Use the keypad to enter your workout session selections,

to affect what appears on the display, and to establish your

incline and speed preferences.

Figure 10: Lower Display keypad

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.

Note: If you selected a USER key on the 9.27 model,

the appropriate user bar is highlighted.

Table 2. Available programs

* Use of chest strap (9.27 model only) or the touch-sensitive heart rate

grips is required.

ENTER: Use this key to confirm responses to specific

prompts.

Program Number Menu Selections 9.23 9.27

P1 Manual

✓✓

P2 Weight Loss

✓✓

P3 Interval

✓✓

P4 Hill Climb

✓✓

P5 Walk One

✓✓

P6 Walk Two

✓

P7 5 K Track

✓

P8 Fun Run (10 K)

✓✓

P9 Heart Rate Fat

Burn*

✓

P10 Heart Rate Cardio*

✓

Owner’s Manual: Display Console 25

INCLINE: Press and hold the INCLINE arrow keys to

increase or decrease the incline from 0% to 15% in

0.5% increments.

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 Figure 9. The INCLINE

display shows the new setting.

QUICKSTART: Press QUICKSTART to start your

workout immediately using the Manual Program.

Refer to Choosing QUICKSTART.

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.

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 (0.8 to 20 kph).

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.

Owner’s Manual: Display Console 26

Model 9.27 USER Keys

Figure 11: USER keys

User Keys: On the 9.27 treadmill, 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.

Owner’s Manual: User Identification 27

User Identification

Choose a user identification or USER key to enable 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.

The USER keys on the 9.27 treadmill allow two people to

customize, store, and retrieve workout selections.

Initially, you must add a USER so that 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 and your user

preferences will automatically be re-instated. Refer to

Adding a User.

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 saved.

Adding a User

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.

To add a user, take the following steps.

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.

Owner’s Manual: User Identification 28

3. Select a program by pressing the PROGRAMS key

and then pressing ENTER. Refer to Selecting a

Program.

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 want to change the workout time, you will

need to follow the steps in Updating User Information.

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.

Owner’s Manual: Workout Options 29

Workout Options

CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, see

your physician for a complete physical examination.

Know your physician-recommended heart rate target

zone.

Important: Before exercising, review the Important Safety

Instructions found at the beginning of this manual.

1. Insert the magnetic key into the display console.

2. Straddle the running belt.

3. The Precor banner scrolls across the lower display.

9.27 prompt: CHOOSE USER, QUICKSTART OR

PROGRAM TO BEGIN

9.23 prompt: CHOOSE QUICKSTART OR

PROGRAM TO BEGIN.

4. Hold on to a handrail while stepping on to the treadmill.

5. Face the display and then straddle the running belt by

placing your feet on the trim strips provided.

6. Attach the safety clip to your clothing.

7. Grip a handrail with one hand to steady yourself.

8. Select one of the following options:

Option... Steps...

To start exercising

immediately

Use the QUICKSTART key.

Refer to Choosing

QUICKSTART.

To view a list of

programs

Press the PROGRAMS key.

Refer to Selecting a Program.

To begin exercising

on the 9.27 treadmill

using personal

preferences

Press your USER key.

Refer to Selecting a USER

Key.

Owner’s Manual: Workout Options 30

Choosing QUICKSTART

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:

2. Hold onto a handrail and straddle the running belt.

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 (1.6 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.

Prompts Default Value

Program Manual

Time Unlimited

Weight 150 lb (68 kg)

Age 35

Owner’s Manual: Workout Options 31

Selecting a Program

1. While the banner prompt scrolls, continually press the

PROGRAMS key to review the list of programs.

Choose the program you want, and then press ENTER.

For a description of each program, refer to Programs.

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.

Each column in the program’s profile represents one

minute.

3. Continue through the setup phase and enter your

weight (23—350 lbs/10—159 kg) and then your age

(10—99).

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.

BELT STARTING scrolls across the display. A

3-second countdown appears, and then the running

belt starts moving.

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.

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.

Owner’s Manual: Workout Options 32

Selecting a USER Key

To start your exercise session using personal identification

and preferences set up in Adding a User, take the

following steps:

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.

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.

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.

3. Step on to the running belt with the speed at or below

1 mph (1.6 kph) and begin exercising. Use the SPEED

arrow keys to increase or decrease the speed of the

running belt.

Owner’s Manual: Workout Options 33

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.

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.

A workout summary appears at the end of the cool-down

period. Refer to Ending a Workout.

Important: If you exit a program before completing it, the

cool-down period is bypassed.

To prematurely end the cool-down period, do the following:

1. Grasp a handrail with one hand.

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.

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.

1. To pause, press the red STOP key.

The display indicates the amount of time remaining in

pause mode.

2. To resume exercising from pause mode, press

QUICKSTART or the SPEED up arrow key.

MPH or KPH appears briefly in the SPEED display and

indicates whether the display is showing data in U.S.

standard or metric measurements.

3. Adjust the running belt speed using the SPEED arrow

keys.

Owner’s Manual: Workout Options 34

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.

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.

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.

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

display.

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.

To stop the running belt or end an exercise session at any

time, do the following:

1. Grasp a handrail with one hand.

2. Press the red STOP key with your other hand. The

treadmill enters pause mode.

3. Press the red STOP key to view the workout summary.

4. Press the red STOP key again to return to the banner.

Important: Always turn Off and unplug the treadmill when

it is not in use. Never leave children unsupervised around

the treadmill.

Owner’s Manual: Programs 35

Programs

This section describes the programs available on the

treadmill.

CAUTION: Consult your physician to determine the

appropriate target heart rate for your age and fitness

level. Your heart rate should never exceed 85% of your

maximum aerobic heart rate. Your maximum heart rate

is equal to 220 minus your age.

The program descriptions are presented in menu selection

order.

Choosing 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

web site (www.precor.com) can give you many ideas about

fitness workouts and advice from the experts.

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.

Program Tips

• Begin at the Precor banner. Refer to Workout Options.

• A blinking column indicates your position as you

progress through a program.

• To use the SmartRate feature, you need to specify your

age and wear a chest strap (9.27 model only) or hold

on to the touch-sensitive heart rate grips. Refer to

Using SmartRate.

• To exercise indefinitely in any program, an unlimited

exercise time setting may be an available option. Refer

to Selecting a Program.

• 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.

• 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.

Owner’s Manual: Programs 36

Manual Program

The Manual Program profile,

available by pressing the

MANUAL key, begins as a flat

line. You control incline and

speed settings using the

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.

Note: An exception to the cool-down period exists. Refer

to Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting for more

information.

To use the SmartRate feature, you need to specify your age

during the setup prompts.

Weight Loss Program

With the Weight Loss

Program, the profile width and

number of intervals being

displayed is affected by the

workout time. The workout time

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: To view the heart rate and SmartRate features, you

must enter your age during setup and wear the chest strap

(9.27 model only) or grasp the touch-sensitive heart rate

grips.

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.

PROGRAM

Owner’s Manual: Programs 37

Interval Program

The Interval Program is among

the best for conditioning your

cardiovascular system. The

program raises and lowers

your level of exertion

repeatedly for a specified period of time. Refer to

Figure 12.

When you begin the program, the incline is preset. You can

change the incline levels using the INCLINE arrow keys.

Refer to Figure 13. The settings are repeated throughout

the program.

Figure 12: Work (1) and Rest (2) profile for Interval Program

Figure 13: Column height (1) and Incline settings (2)

To change a setting, press the appropriate arrow key and

continue. The change is applied to the remaining intervals.

When you complete the program, any adjustments made

to the incline settings are not saved.

PROGRAM

0 – 1

1.5 – 3

3.5 – 5

5.5 – 7

7.5 – 9

9.5 – 11

11.5 – 13

13.5 – 15

Owner’s Manual: Programs 38

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

pre-programmed inclines using the arrow keys. The

blinking column indicates your position in the program.

Changes to incline affect only the blinking column.

Walk One Program (9.27 model only)

The Walk One Program is a

great cardio-conditioning

program for both beginners

and serious walkers. The

incline is preprogrammed. The

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

sessions, visit the Precor web site at www.precor.com.

PROGRAM PROGRAM

Owner’s Manual: Programs 39

Walk Two Program (9.27 model only)

The Walk Two Program is a

more intense cardio-

conditioning program that

provides higher levels of incline

than the Walk One 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.

The running belt’s speed is completely under your control.

Adjust the speed using the SPEED arrow keys.

The Walk Two Program is a great cardio-conditioning

program for serious walkers and runners. Visit the Precor

web site www.precor.com for more information and to

supplement your exercise sessions.

5K Track Run Program (9.27 model only)

The 5K Track Run Program is a

great program to run or walk

depending on your level of

fitness. The distance is fixed at

5 km (3.1 miles) and the 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 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.

PROGRAM PROGRAM

Owner’s Manual: Programs 40

Fun Run Program

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

preprogrammed. You can

change the speed and override the preprogrammed incline

using the arrow keys.

Note: On the 9.23 treadmill, the Fun Run Program appears

as P6 (Program number 6) On the 9.27 model, the Fun

Run Program appears as P8 (Program number 8).

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.

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.

9.27 Heart Rate Program Tips

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.

Read 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

www.precor.com.

• Enter an accurate age when queried otherwise a

default age of 35 years is used for calculations. Wear a

chest strap (9.27 model only) or grasp the touch-

sensitive heart rate grips. If  appears in the display,

your heart rate cannot be detected. Refer to

Troubleshooting Heart Rate Issues.

• Each program provides a 3-minute warm-up period.

During this time, you may change the incline or speed.

• 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.

• Cool down periods are incorporated into each program.

PROGRAM

Owner’s Manual: Programs 41

Heart Rate Fat Burn Program

(9.27 model only)

Start with the Heart Rate Fat

Burn Program if this is the first

time you have used a heart rate

program or you are returning to

an exercise fitness routine. The

target heart rate set for this program is 65% of your

maximum aerobic heart rate.

CAUTION: Consult your physician to determine the

appropriate target heart rate for your age and fitness

level. Your heart rate should never exceed 85% of your

maximum aerobic heart rate. Your maximum heart rate

is equal to 220 minus your age.

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.

Heart Rate Cardio Program

(9.27 model only)

Similar to the Heart Rate Fat

Burn Program, the Heart Rate

Cardio Program on the 9.27

treadmill maintains your target

heart rate within two beats per

minute of 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 want to keep your target

heart rate in the higher cardiovascular range.

CAUTION: Consult your physician to determine the

appropriate target heart rate for your age and fitness

level. Your heart rate should never exceed 85% of your

maximum aerobic heart rate. Your maximum heart rate

is equal to 220 minus your age.

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.

PROGRAM PROGRAM

Owner’s Manual: Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting 42

Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting

Certain features remain hidden and can only be accessed

using special key presses. Read this section if you want to:

• Change the display to U.S. standard or Metric

• View the odometer

• Display the number of hours you have used your

treadmill

• View the software versions and part numbers

Advanced Programming Tips

• 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.

• Exit the diagnostics mode by pressing the STOP/

HOLD TO RESET key for two or more seconds.

• 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.

Selecting a U.S. Standard or

Metric Display

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:

1. Remove the magnetic safety key.

2. Replace the magnetic safety key and within 2 seconds

press the following keys:

STOP, INCLINE ▼ and SPEED ▲

3. UNIT CHANGE appears in the display. Press ENTER

to continue or press STOP to return to the banner.

4. If you press ENTER, the current unit of measure (US

STANDARD or METRIC) appears in the display.

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.

Owner’s Manual: Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting 43

5. Press ENTER to accept the displayed setting.

The change will be retained in memory even if the

treadmill is turned Off and unplugged.

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.

These instructions guide you through the informational

displays.

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.

3. ODOMETER appears in the display.

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.

4. To exit without making changes, press STOP.

Owner’s Manual: Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting 44

Red Reset Button

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.

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.

3. Wait a few minutes. Make sure the magnetic safety key

is properly positioned on the display console.

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.

Important: 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 www.precor.com. 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 (Figure 3).

Owner’s Manual: Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting 45

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.

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.

Important: 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

www.precor.com. 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 (Figure 3).

Troubleshooting Heart Rate Issues

The following chart may help you understand and

troubleshoot erratic heart rate readings.

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 model. 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.

Code Description

E3 EEPROM error.

E26 Speed signal is not being received.

E40 A problem occurred with the lift.

Owner’s Manual: Advanced Programming and Troubleshooting 46

Table 3. Erratic heart rate readings

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.

What appears

on the display Cause What to Do

Nothing The heart rate

receiver is not

installed or it

has been

disconnected.

Important: 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

www.precor.com. 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 (Figure 3).

— — — 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.

 Heart rate is not

detected when you

access the Heart

Rate Control

Programs.

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

for the receiver to detect

a signal.

If using the touch-

sensitive heart rate grips,

use both hands and make

sure your hands are

moist, not dry.

What appears

on the display Cause What to Do

Owner’s Manual: Maintenance 47

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.

To reduce the risk of electrical

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.

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.

Important: 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

www.precor.com. 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 (Figure 3).

DANGER

Owner’s Manual: Maintenance 48

Cleaning the Equipment

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.

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.

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.

Storing the Chest Strap

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).

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.

Owner’s Manual: Maintenance 49

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.

Important: 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

www.precor.com. 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 (Figure 3).

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.

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.

4. Press the SPEED up arrow key until the display shows

a speed of 3 mph (5 kph).

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.

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.

Owner’s Manual: Maintenance 50

Adjusting the Running Belt

If you are unsure about adjusting the running belt, call

Precor Customer Support.

Important: 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

www.precor.com. 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 (Figure 3).

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.

1. Locate the right belt adjustment bolt in the rear end

cap of the treadmill. Refer to Diagram 14.

Figure 14: Location of the adjustment bolt

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.

• If the belt tracks off center to the RIGHT, turn the bolt

¼ turn clockwise; this moves the belt to the left.

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.

Owner’s Manual: Maintenance 51

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.

Owner’s Manual: Notes 52

Notes:

9.23/9.27 Low Impact Treadmill

Product Specifications

* See the product label to determine the operating

voltage of your equipment.

Product Features

Length: 80.86 in (205.4 cm)

Width: 31.14 in (79.1 cm)

Height: 53.86 in (136.8 cm)

Weight: 9.23 - 226.6 lb (103 kg)

9.27 - 237.6 lb (108 kg)

Shipping weight: 9.23 - 279.4 lb (127 kg)

9.27 - 291.5 lb (132.5 kg)

Running surface: 20 in x 57 in

(51 cm x 145 cm)

Motor: 3.0 hp continuous duty

Power:* 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz

240 VAC, 50 Hz

Speed: 0.5–12 mph

(0.8–20 kph)

Incline: 0%–15% grade

Frame: Powder-coated steel

Regulatory Approvals: FCC

QUICKSTART™

SmartRate

Touch Heart Rate

User IDs (2) - 9.27 only

Safety Code

Electronic Readouts

* Use of chest strap or touch-sensitive heart rate grips is required.

Age Program Name

Calories SmartRate*

Distance Speed

Heart Rate* Time

Incline User 1 or User 2 (9.27 only)

Pace Weight

Profile Workout Summary

Telemetry Heart Rate*

Programs

✝ Appears when you select a USER key.

PROGRAMS

9.23 9.27

Manual

✓✓

Weight Loss

✓✓

Interval

✓✓

Hill Climb

✓✓

Walk

✓

Walk One

✓

Walk Two

✓

5K Track Run

✓

Fun Run

✓✓

Heart Rate Fat Burn

✓

Heart Rate Cardio

✓

9.23/9.27 OM# 34508-341 rev B, en

March 2015

Precor, C, CrossRamp, EFX, M, Move Beyond, and SmartRate are registered trademarks of Precor

Incorporated. Crosstrainer, QuickStart, and StretchTrainer are trademarks of Precor Incorporated.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

precor.com

NOTICE:

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.

Precor Incorporated

20031 142nd Ave NE

P.O. Box 7202

Woodinville, WA USA 98072-4002

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