Precor 515e - Using the Precor 515 E Precision Ski Machine; Understanding the Electronic Console

Using the Precor 515e Precision Ski Machine
In addition to providing an excellent cardiovascular, low-impact workout, one of
the advantages of the 515e Precision Ski Machine is that it is simple to use.
With very little time or practice, you can learn how to use it safely and effec¬
tively. This section provides information about the following:
• using the electronic console
• pausing your workout
• setting up a pacer
• ending a workout
At the end of this section, you will find instructions for working out on the 515c
ski machine. These instructions lead you through the process of using the ski
machine, from practicing with the hand pulley system to mastering the kick and
glide motions.
Understanding the Electronic Console
Once you have assembled your 515e ski machine, it is ready to use. No
complex instructions or mandatory programming steps are required to operate
the ski machine—the electronic display is there only for reference. It provides
motivating feedback about your workout to help you monitor your progress and
meet your fitness goals.
Diagram 5
Electronic console
display
The console’s convenient "hands free" feature lets you start and end a workout
without touching any keys. Simply start using the machine to begin your
workout. The displays automatically appearand provide information about your
workout. A description of the seven displays and four keys appears after
Diagram 5 which illustrates the electronic console displays.
Electronic console
displays
The seven displays that appear on the electronic console provide information
about your workout. To select a specific informational display, such as TIME or
MPH, press the MODE key until the desired information appears on the screen.
Each display provides specific information as described below.
TIME— functions like a stopwatch, giving you total exercise time per session,
up to 59 minutes and 59 seconds. The TIME display starts or stops automati¬
cally when you start or stop a workout. You must press the RESET key to reset
the TIME display to 0. Use the TIME display to keep track of how long you have
exercised in a given session.
RPM— shows revolutions per minute, up to 199. The bar graph on the left side
of the display also gives this information, up to 150. Use this display to
determine exercise intensity (how hard you are working out) at any given
moment.