20 Most Recent Precor EFX 546i Elliptical Version 4 - Page 2 Questions & Answers

You definitely can but you'll have to buy a 12V lead acid battery charger, the best option for a dead battery is just replacing it. With lead batteries there is a chance you'll get it to charge once and it'll just go dead again. Hope this helps! If you need a replacement battery for your machine, we do carry them, I will be attaching a link http://www.sportsmith.net/itemform.aspx?item=P0612258070&ReturnUrl=/productsearch.aspx?dsNav=N%3a11565

Here is the owners manual:

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I would definitely check the battery first. The battery may not have enough charge to power everything plus the lift motor. Here's a link to the various 546i models: Repair Parts for Precor EFX 546i Ellipticals SPORTSMITH net Drill it down on the left side under "narrow your search" and look for the serial number prefix. This will let you find all the correct parts and information specific to your model and serial number.

Probable Cause 1. A key is permanently depressed on the display. 2. An interface chip (IC) has failed in the upper PCA's keypad. 3. Liquid (cleaning solution or sweat) may be on the surface of a touch sensitive display. Corrective Action

1. Disconnect the keypad cable from the upper PCA. Reset power to the machine. If the Error 05 is eliminated, the keypad is the cause and should be replaced.
2. Disconnect the keypad cable from the upper PCA. Reset power to the machine. If the Error 05 still appears, the upper PCA* is the cause and should be replaced. *Upper PCA's most commonly do not come with software. Remove the software (chip) from the existing upper PCA prior to replacement and install into the new upper PCA.
3. Wipe away all liquid from the touch sensitive display. Reset power to the unit. If the Error 05 is eliminated, the liquid was the cause.

This link will take you to information on the diagnostics mode, beginning on page 8: http://www.sportsmith.net/images/product_support%5Cprecor%5CService%20Manuals%5CCommercial%20EFX%5CService%20Manual,%20C546%20EFX.pdf

Superlube for the incline screw. No other parts should be lubed. Btw, I’m available to help over the phone in case u need at https://www.6ya.com/expert/russell_1d1c35fa8a5a0be4

DO NOT PLUG THE DATA CABLE IN TO THE CSAFE PORT. It needs to be plugged into the 'lower board' port. Error 30 is a communication problem - check to see that the cable did not get damaged in the move. Hopefully you did not blow out the upper board by plugging it in incorrectly. Btw, I’m available to help over the phone in case u need at https://www.6ya.com/expert/russell_1d1c35fa8a5a0be4

No please do not. If the wheels are noisy, they need to be replaced. If something else is noisy, it needs to be addressed - spraying things with lube rarely fixes anything, and can cause more damage. Btw, I’m available to help over the phone in case u need at https://www.6ya.com/expert/russell_1d1c35fa8a5a0be4

There may be a wave washer on the crankshaft that broke - when it breaks, there is too much left to right play in the shaft, so the disk will intermittently rub. Taking it all apart and replacing the washer is tricky - hire a pro. Btw, I’m available to help over the phone in case u need at https://www.6ya.com/expert/russell_1d1c35fa8a5a0be4

Battery operated 546s have a fuse on the lower board, plug in models have a fuse on the lower board and fuses in the power inlet. Btw, I’m available to help over the phone in case u need at https://www.6ya.com/expert/russell_1d1c35fa8a5a0be4

If the display stays at 1, then the UP button may be at fault, in which case you would need a new keypad. Btw, I’m available to help over the phone in case u need at https://www.6ya.com/expert/russell_1d1c35fa8a5a0be4

If it does not plug in, yes, I would check the battery first. Btw, I’m available to help over the phone in case u need at https://www.6ya.com/expert/russell_1d1c35fa8a5a0be4

If you have a stuck key error, you need to replace the keypad. It will not work otherwise. Btw, I’m available to help over the phone in case u need at https://www.6ya.com/expert/russell_1d1c35fa8a5a0be4

It could be a bearing or the belts - if it sounds like a jet, look at the generator. I do not believe there is anything that can be lubed. Usually it just makes a mess. Btw, I’m available to help over the phone in case u need at https://www.6ya.com/expert/russell_1d1c35fa8a5a0be4

1. Sounds like you need a new keypad if some buttons do not work. 2. If those buttons do not work either, it sounds like you need a new keypad, possibly the upper board. Make sure the keypad is plugged into the upper board and the connection is not corroded. 3. Older 546s used an electromagnet to produce resistance, newer 546s use a generator and resistor to produce resistance. I have never seen a 546 that used a motor that moves back and forth to produce resistance. Some residential crosstrainers use a motor like you describe. Btw, I’m available to help over the phone in case u need at https://www.6ya.com/expert/russell_1d1c35fa8a5a0be4

If the battery is dead, you need a new battery. If you are constantly changing batteries, consider getting a new battery AND the optional plug in. Btw, I’m available to help over the phone in case u need at https://www.6ya.com/expert/russell_1d1c35fa8a5a0be4

Depends on the version - the serial number would help, not sure which one version 4 would be, but I would guess it would be in the front on the bottom. That is where it has been for the last 5-6 years. Btw, I’m available to help over the phone in case u need at https://www.6ya.com/expert/russell_1d1c35fa8a5a0be4

Not familiar with an error 400 - and error 40 is an elevation error - it needs to be addressed(fixed) cannot really be reset otherwise. Check connections and fuses first. If it was recently put together, make sure the data cable was not pinched. If it is battery operated, an error 40 can occur when the battery is low. Btw, I’m available to help over the phone in case u need at https://www.6ya.com/expert/russell_1d1c35fa8a5a0be4

Precor Error 05, Key Depressed at Power Up Probable Cause 1. A key is permanently depressed on the display. 2. An interface chip (IC) has failed in the upper PCA's keypad. 3. Liquid (cleaning solution or sweat) may be on the surface of a touch sensitive display. Corrective Action

1. Disconnect the keypad cable from the upper PCA. Reset power to the machine. If the Error 05 is eliminated, the keypad is the cause and should be replaced.
2. Disconnect the keypad cable from the upper PCA. Reset power to the machine. If the Error 05 still appears, the upper PCA* is the cause and should be replaced. *Upper PCA's most commonly do not come with software. Remove the software (chip) from the existing upper PCA prior to replacement and install into the new upper PCA.
3. Wipe away all liquid from the touch sensitive display. Reset power to the unit. If the Error 05 is eliminated, the liquid was the cause.

Depends on the version - some have the battery in the front, some have it in the back. The one in the picture next to your question would have it in the front, on the bottom. Take the old battery to Batteries Plus or similar retailer to match it up. Btw, I’m available to help over the phone in case u need at https://www.6ya.com/expert/russell_1d1c35fa8a5a0be4