Precor C954i, C956i owner manual Fitness Test Guidelines

C O M M E R C I A L P R O D U C T S D I V I S I O N

These C956i programs are similar to the time-based Manual program except that the user’s position and program duration are based on a “distance” or “calorie” goal.

Note: A club time limit may exist for these programs. Refer to Club Information.

When you complete the goal set for the program, the automatic cool-down period begins.

FITNESS TEST

The Fitness Test provides a means of comparing your fitness level with official fitness test of the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF). The Fitness Test is written using the Gerkin Protocol, which is the basis for the official IAFF fitness test and part of their Wellness and Fitness Initiative.

Important: You must enter your age during the setup prompts and wear a chest strap or grasp the touch-sensitive portion of the handrail throughout the test.

Note: The club can remove the Fitness Test from the choice of programs on the treadmill. If Custom Program 2 appears as program number 16 on the C956i, the Fitness Test has been disabled by the club and is no longer available to the user. Ask the club owner or manager for assistance.

Fitness Test Guidelines

Before selecting the Fitness Test, read the following guidelines:

•you must enter your age at the AGE setup prompt.

•you must wear the chest strap or grasp the touch-sensitive portion of the handrail throughout the test.

•let the test adjust the running belt’s speed and incline for you. The keyboard keys are disabled during the test. However, if you need to stop the running belt to regain control or reduce your heart rate, press the red STOP button.

•when you finish the Fitness Test, the running belt’s speed slows to 3 mph (5 kph) and the incline returns to zero. A 1-minute cool-down period is appended to the test. After which, you can press QUICKSTART to enter the Manual program and continue cooling down. Press the SPEED ▼▲ keys to regulate the running belt and return your heart rate to a normal, restful state.

To use the Fitness Test follow the steps found in Quick Steps to Working Out and choose the appropriate program number at the prompt. Follow the remaining

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