USER

HEART RATE

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To start your exercise session using personal identification and preferences specified in Setting Up a User, take the following steps:

1.At the Precor banner, press the same USER key you designated in Setting Up a User.

Note: Refer to User Identification if you have not previously chosen a USER key.

A welcome greeting scrolls across the display and the last program associated with the USER key appears. User preferences such as time, weight, and age are reinstated.

The time goal associated with the displayed program also applies.

2.Press ENTER or QUICKSTART to begin the program being displayed or choose another program using the PROGRAMS key. The program you choose is stored and will be reinstated the next time your USER key is selected. Refer to Selecting a Program for information about how to choose a program.

Important: If you make an entry error, press RESET to return to the Precor banner.

3.The display prompts you for an exercise session time if you choose a time-based program. To adjust the time, use the arrow keys. To accept the number appearing on the display, press ENTER.

4.Begin pedaling.

5.Maintain a comfortable and consistent stride rate while exercising.

6.Use the CROSSRAMP and RESISTANCE arrow keys to change the ramp incline and resistance.

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.

Note: You cannot switch to a different program or change display options during the cool-down period.

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