Precor 515e - Maintaining the 515 E Precision Ski Machine; Cleaning the Ski Machine

Maintaining the 515e Precision Ski Machine
The 515e ski machine requires little maintenance. Periodically, you need to
clean the ski machine and change the batteries in the electronic console when
they wear down. Basic information about maintaining and using the ski
machine is found in this section and includes the following:
• cleaning the ski machine
• maintaining tension as the flywheel rope stretches
• configuring MPH or KPH for speed measurement
• changing the batteries
Cleaning the Ski Machine
The 515e ski machine is virtually maintenance-free except for periodic cleaning
of the carriage track to ensure the smooth gliding action of the foot pedals. Use
a damp cloth to remove dirt and dust from both inside and on top of the track.
Important: Do not spray any lubricants onto the carriage tracks.
When necessary, wipe the electronic console with a moist sponge or soft cloth.
Dry with a clean towel. Do not pour water or spray liquids onto the electronic
console.
Maintaining Tension as the Flywheel Rope Stretches
Overtime and extensive use the flywheel rope on the 515e ski machine
stretches. To maintain the appropriate resistance during your workout, it may
be necessary to move the tension spring, located underneath the flywheel, into
the next hole on the tension spring bracket. The tension spring bracket on the
ski machine provides three hole settings. As you move the spring toward the
base of the ski machine the tension in the rope increases.
Important: You do not need to change the tension spring setting unless the
tension adjustment knob, located on the front of the upright support, is turned
as far counterclockwise as possible and has remained in that position for
several workouts. If, during that time, you feel the need for more resistance
during the kick and glide motions, you may want to move the tension spring
setting.
To change the current tension spring setting and adjust the rope's tension, take
the following steps:
1. Turn the resistance knob, located on the front of the upright support,
clockwise to reduce tension on the flywheel rope.
2. Pull down on the rope while you remove the tension spring, located on the
front of the base frame beneath the flywheel, from its current setting.
3. Move the tension spring toward the base Jrame and hook it into the next
available hole on the spring bracket.
Note: The three available settings increase the flywheel rope’s tension and
help maintain the appropriate resistance during your workout. Do not
randomly change the setting of the tension spring or you might compro¬
mise the strength of the flywheel rope.
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