USA R Independent Action Climber Owner’s Manual Assembly and Operation
USA R Congratulations on purchasing one of the finest home climbers available, the Precor 719e Independent Action Climber. With its independent stepping action, the 719e climber duplicates for home users the smooth feel of the professional stair climbing machines so popular in health clubs. The unique handrails offer an unlimited variety of handhold positions to lend variety to your workout. Independent Action Climber The 719e simulates the motion of climbing.
Table of Contents Unpacking the 719e Independent Action Climber.......................................... 4 Assembling the 719e Independent Action Climber........................................ 6 Using the 719e Independent Action Climber..................................................10 Understanding the Electronic Console .................................................. 10 Setting the Resistance Level .................................................................
Unpacking the 719e Independent Action Climber All Precor products are thoroughly tested and inspected before shipment. Precor ships the 719e climber in nine pieces: • right and left handrails • upper and lower handrail console/clamps • electronic console display • base column support (short tube) • upright support (long tube) • base • hardware kit, owner’s manual, and warranty card Diagram 1 The climber after unpacking.
Diagram 2 Overview of hardware kit. A B C E D F G K M H I J L Open the hardware kit and identify the following items. Diagram 2 provides an overview of kit’s contents. As you identify the contents of the kit, check them off below.
Assembling the 719e Independent Action Climber Follow the instructions in this section to assemble the 719e Independent Action Climber. It is important to read through the entire procedure before assembling your climber. To assemble the 719e climber: 1. Prepare Upper Frame for Assembly. Carefully unpack the parts of the 719e climber and open the hardware kit. Note: For the following steps, hardware callouts are identified by a letter in parentheses.
Diagram 4 Place frame on base Upright support (Long tube) Base column support (Short tube) Base Base cross tube 5. Place Frame on Base. (Diagram 4) Place the base on blocks (large books will do) so you can access the underside of the base. Ask for assistance to lift and place the upper frame on the base, positioned so that the stair arms rest on the base cross tube. 6. Attach Frame to Base. (Diagram 5) Place a medium-sized, black washer (K) on each of the base bolts (J).
Diagram 6 Connect resistance cylinders to frame. Plastic collar Upper axle Plastic bushing Washer Resistance cylinder Upright support (long tube) 7. Connect Resistance Cylinders to Upright Support. (Diagram 6) Slide the plastic collar (G) over the upper axle, with the straight bevel toward the frame. Lift up on the stair arm until you can push the top of the resistance cylinder onto the upper axle, then attach the cylinder to the axle using a bushing (L), washer (C), and button-head bolt (D).
10. Tighten Handrail Clamp. (Diagram 7) Look underneath the upper handrail clamp and check to see that the handrail ends meet in the middle of the clamp. If necessary, realign the handrails and then, tighten the handrail clamps using the hex key (H) provided. Tighten the bolts securely. Note: The black foam wrap on the handrails should be snug up against the handrail clamps.
Using the 719e Independent Action Climber In addition to providing an excellent cardiovascular, low-impact workout, one of the advantages of the 719e Independent Action Climber is that it is simple to use. In a very short time, you can learn how to use it effectively. This section provides information about using the electronic console, setting the resistance level, and working out on the climber. Understanding the Electronic Console Once you have assembled your 719e climber, it is ready to use.
PACER—blinks at a constant rate (up to 150 times per minute), as specified by the user. When you are exercising at the same rate as the pacer, the Pacer display stops blinking. It sets a tempo for you to follow, helping you maintain your exercise intensity and providing motivation. ODOMETER X 100—gives the total number of steps accumulated on the climber over time, up to 999,900. Use this display to track the amount of “mileage” your climber has on it.
Working Out on the 719e Climber CAUTION: Before beginning any fitness program, you should have a complete physical examination by your physician. This section explains how to work out on the climber safely and effectively. When using the climber, follow these general guidelines: • At the beginning of a workout, take several minutes to bring your heart rate into your training zone (see Diagram 11 later in this manual).
3. After your warm-up period, maintain your heart rate in your training zone during your aerobic session. As you work out, vary your body position to reduce localized muscle fatigue and to exercise all your lower body muscles. You can vary body position by changing the angle of your upper body and your footstep. Use the upright upper body position to work your entire leg; use the forward lean to concentrate on the gluteal muscles.
General Aerobic Training Information A workout on the Precor 719e Independent Action Climber provides excellent and efficient cardiovascular conditioning, while strengthening and toning all the major muscle groups in the lower body. Darkened areas in Diagram 10 indicate the muscles improved. Because the motion on the 719e climber is low-impact, all the aerobic, toning, and strengthening benefits can be achieved with little stress to the joints and less wear on the body than traditional exercise activities.
Diagram 11 Heart rate training zone HEART RATE TRAINING ZONE 200 195 200 190 185 190 180 175 180 170 165 YOUR HEART RATE 170 160 160 155 156 160 150 152 148 150 145 144 140 140 130 130 132 120 OMM 127 END 124 120 110 117 ED T 114 MAX. HEART RATE 136 REC RAI 100 124 120 NIN 111 128 G ZO 107 116 NE 104 100 90 80% OF MAX. HEART RATE 97 94 80 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 65% OF MAX.
Regardless of your fitness level, avoid doing too much too soon. Setting the resistance cylinders too high, stepping too deeply (taking large steps) or stepping too quickly for too long are common errors. Give yourself time to become familiar with your climber and improve your fitness level. Then you can gradually change the resistance settings to make your workouts more challenging. How Long Should I Exercise? The length of each exercise session depends on your fitness level.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting The 719e climber requires very little maintenance. The only maintenance you need to do periodically is to clean the climber. You will also need to change the batteries when they wear down. Instructions for these procedures are provided in this section. If you encounter problems with the 719e climber, refer to Troubleshooting Tips in this section for help. Cleaning the 719e Climber Clean the 719e climber periodically with mild soap and water or a general household cleaner.
Troubleshooting Tips Check the chart below to see if your problem is listed. If the following information does not solve a particular problem, call your authorized Precor dealer. See Getting Service in this section for information. Problem Solution Electronics—no display or erratic count • • • Dead batteries. Replace batteries (see Changing the Batteries in this section). Battery connections are dirty or are not making contact. Clean or adjust the connections.
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