Before You Begin, About this Manual

1	Before You Begin
	Congratulations on purchasing one of the most advanced cycles available—the
	Precor EC850 Professional Cycle. Built to the exacting standards of the health
	club environment, the EC850 Professional Cycle can withstand the rigors of

daily club use with little maintenance.

The easy-to-use electronic console allows users to simply climb on and begin cycling. The chosen course is displayed on the three-dimensional course simulator along with the rider’s position on the course. Throughout the workout, the electronics continually display statistics about distance travelled, pedal RPM, time remaining in the program, and fitness score. With the electronic pacer, users can easily maintain their intensity and judge their progress.

To maximize the use of the EC850 Professional Cycle, please study this manual thoroughly.

About this Manual

Inside this manual, you will find instructions for installing and using the EC850 Professional Cycle. You will also find an explanation of aerobic conditioning and suggestions for developing an EC850 fitness program.

The manual uses the following conventions for identifying special information:

Note: Contains additional information that applies to the preceding text.

Important: Indicates information to which you should pay special attention.

CAUTION: Indicates steps or information necessary to prevent harm to yourself or damage to the equipment.

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