Top 20 Precor EFX 546i Elliptical Version 4 Questions & Answers

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If you have your serial number, you should be able to find the service manual by using the following link. Replacement Parts for Fitness Exercise Equipment at SPORTSMITH

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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

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

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

Precor Error Code 42 Error Code: 42 Manufacturer: Precor Model: All Models Error Description: Error 42, Lift Position Value Out of Range. Error 42 is displayed when the lift position reported by the lift position potentiometer is found to be outside its set limits. If an Error 42 has occurred, it is important to know the physical position of the lift when the error occurred. It is possible the lift is physically out of range or jammed. In this case, the Error 42 is a secondary symptom and the issue should be approached as an Error 40. Possible Reason:

1. Bad or intermittent connection in the lift motor controller.
2. The lift motor requires calibration.
3. The lift motor potentiometer is bad.
4. The lower PCA to upper PCA cable is bad.
5. The lower PCA is bad.
6. The upper PCA is bad.

Recommended Action:

1. Intermittent connections can be difficult to locate. If the Error 42 condition is intermittent, a connection issue is probably the cause. This is definitely true if the Error 42 occurred while the lift was within its normal physical range. Inspect the lift potentiometer connector and repair connection if necessary. If the intermittent connection cannot be found or corrected, replace the lift motor. A lift calibration number of 0 or 255 indicates an open or shorted potentiometer connection. This means the problem could be anywhere between the lift motor and the upper PCA. Typically it can be identified and tracked using an ohmmeter.
2. Using the appropriate service manual for the unit being tested, refer to the lift calibration procedure. If the information in the service manual doesn't match the lift position/physical lift position of the unit, recalibrate the lift motor. [Something caused the lift motor to be out of calibration. Investigate for cause and correct. Simply recalibrating the lift motor will not solve the problem.]
3. If the lift calibration number is not 0 or 255 and does not change when the lift motor turns, replace the lift motor.
4. Check continuity of the interconnect cable or swap with a known good interconnect cable to verify if cable is bad.
5. Swap the lower PCA with a known good lower PCA to verify if the lower PCA is bad.
6. Swap the upper PCA with a know good upper PCA to verify if the upper PCA is bad.

Lift Position Value Out of Range Precor Error 42

Precor Error 44, Un-commanded Lift Motion Probable Cause 1. Intermittent or bad connection in the lift position sensor(potentiometer). 2. Lift position sensor (potentiometer) is bad. 3. Lower PCA is bad. Corrective Action

1. Bad or intermittent connection of the lift position sensor (potentiometer) is the most common cause of the error 44. Inspect all wiring and connections related to the lift position sensor (potentiometer). Repair or replace wiring connections as necessary.
2. Monitor the lift position number displayed while operating the lift in diagnostics mode. If the reading makes large changes or is erratic, the lift position sensor (potentiometer) is likely bad. Replace the lift position sensor (potentiometer) or lift motor if the lift position sensor (potentiometer) is internal to the lift motor.
3. If the lift moves without any command entered either manually or through a program, replace the lower PCA.

Precor Error Code 44

Precor Error 30, 31, 32 and 33, Communications Error Probable Cause 1. Bad interconnect cable between upper PCA and lower PCA. 2. Interconnect cable is mistakenly plugged into the CSAFE connector at the upper PCA. 3. Elliptical 5.17 equipped with old software version 1.01 in upper and lower PCA. 4. Upper and lower PCAs have mismatched software. 5. Another component plugged onto the PCA is overloading the +5VDC power supply. 6. Bad lower PCA. 7. Bad upper PCA. Corrective Action

1. Test unit with a know good interconnect cable or test the interconnect cable for continuity. Replace interconnect cable if necessary.
2. Disconnect the interconnect cable from the CSAFE connector and attach to the proper position on the upper PCA.3.
3. Replace the upper and lower software of the 5.17 elliptical with the most current versions.4.
4. If one of the PCAs is found to have software version 1.01, replace it with the most current software version.
5. Disconnect all components from the upper and lower PCA leaving the data cable connecting between the upper and lower PCAs and the AC power going to the lower PCA. If the unit shows any error other than the error 3x, reconnect components one at a time. Reset power between each newly connected component until the error 3x reappears. Whichever component was last connected when the error 3x reappears, is the cause for the error. Replace the faulty component.
6. Test unit with a known good lower PCA. Replace the lower PCA if necessary.
7. Test unit with a known good upper PCA. Replace the upper PCA if necessary.

Precor Error Code 30 31 32 33

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

There a few possible options for the battery. This link will take you to all of them. Please have your serial number ready to help narrow your choices. Repair Parts for Precor EFX 546i Ellipticals SPORTSMITH net

hi There , Take off the covers and check the bolts .They do come loose.

Start with verifying the battery voltage. Here is a video on how to do this. If your battery checks out, move on to the stride sensor gapping. I will post a link with a service bulletin that shows the stride sensor and it's location. Also, confirm the right crank arm still has the magnet on the backside. My Precor Elliptical Shuts Down After 7 Seconds what is wrong

Using the following link, you can find information on troubleshooting the overlay and upper PCA, starting on page 23 of the service manual. http://www.sportsmith.net/images/product_support%5Cprecor%5CService%20Manuals%5CCommercial%20EFX%5CService%20Manual,%20C546i%20Self%20Powered%20EFX.pdf

It could be a combination of the wheel and the ramp. We offer ramp sleeves to correct the surface issue. Precor Elliptical Ramp Sleeve Installation Video

Precor Error 40, No Lift Motion Detected Probable Cause 1. Blown lift fuse in lower PCA. 2. Lift motor is physically jammed and not able to move. 3. Bad lower PCA. 4. Bad lift capacitor. 5. Bad lift motor winding. 6. Bad interconnect cable between upper and lower PCA. 7. Bad upper PCA. Corrective Action

1. Check the lift fuse from the lower PCA. Using an ohmmeter, the fuse should measure 1 ohm or less. If the reading is significantly high, replace the fuse. If the fuse is open, refer to steps 3 and 4 before continuing.
2. Disconnect the lift motor from the ramp (elliptical) or lift platform (treadmill). If the lift nut or lift tube is jammed against the motor housing, turn the lift tube or lift nut away from the motor housing. If the lift was jammed, refer to step 3 before continuing. Calibrate the lift motor per the proper procedure for the unit being serviced and reattach the lift motor to the ramp (elliptical) or lift platform (treadmill). NOTICE: You must find and repair the cause for the jammed lift. Only re-calibrating the lift motor will not solve the problem.
3. One of two modes can cause the lower PCA to fail. The lift switch could fail in an operated condition. If this happens the lift will move (either up or down) as soon as the unit powers up. The usual result is that the lift will be physically jammed as explained above, and probably also being cause for the lift fuse to blow. The lift switch could also fail in an open condition. If this happened, the lift would not operate in one direction. If either of these conditions occur the lower PCA needs replaced.
4. Most units have the lift capacitor mounted inside the lift motor, and others use external lift capacitors. This information applies to units with the external lift capacitors. If the lift capacitor is shorted the lift fuse blows. Check the capacitor for a short using an ohm meter. Disconnect the capacitor from the lift motor and test. A good capacitor reads in the millions of ohms. Replace the capacitor if the reading is significantly low. Capacitor can also fail in the open condition which would result with the lift motor trying to run but not having normal power. Test the capacitor by measuring AC voltage across it. A good capacitor will read AC peak voltage while an open capacitor reads AC RMS voltage.
5. When a lift motor winding is bad the lift will not operate in one or both directions depending upon the exact fault in the motor. Check the lift motor winding with an ohm meter. AC lift motors have a split winding (3 wires) and DC lift motors will have a single winding. Both windings must be checked on an AC lift motor. Normal winding readings could vary anywhere between 1 and 60 ohms, depending on the lift motor being tested. See the proper service manual for the motor being tested.
6. Test unit with a known good interconnect cable. Replace the interconnect cable if necessary.
7. Test unit with a known good upper PCA. Replace the lower PCA if necessary.

Precor Error Code 40

Precor Error Code 42 Error Code: 42 Manufacturer: Precor Model: All Models Error Description: Error 42, Lift Position Value Out of Range. Error 42 is displayed when the lift position reported by the lift position potentiometer is found to be outside its set limits. If an Error 42 has occurred, it is important to know the physical position of the lift when the error occurred. It is possible the lift is physically out of range or jammed. In this case, the Error 42 is a secondary symptom and the issue should be approached as an Error 40. Possible Reason:

1. Bad or intermittent connection in the lift motor controller.
2. The lift motor requires calibration.
3. The lift motor potentiometer is bad.
4. The lower PCA to upper PCA cable is bad.
5. The lower PCA is bad.
6. The upper PCA is bad.

Recommended Action:

1. Intermittent connections can be difficult to locate. If the Error 42 condition is intermittent, a connection issue is probably the cause. This is definitely true if the Error 42 occurred while the lift was within its normal physical range. Inspect the lift potentiometer connector and repair connection if necessary. If the intermittent connection cannot be found or corrected, replace the lift motor. A lift calibration number of 0 or 255 indicates an open or shorted potentiometer connection. This means the problem could be anywhere between the lift motor and the upper PCA. Typically it can be identified and tracked using an ohmmeter.
2. Using the appropriate service manual for the unit being tested, refer to the lift calibration procedure. If the information in the service manual doesn't match the lift position/physical lift position of the unit, recalibrate the lift motor. [Something caused the lift motor to be out of calibration. Investigate for cause and correct. Simply recalibrating the lift motor will not solve the problem.]
3. If the lift calibration number is not 0 or 255 and does not change when the lift motor turns, replace the lift motor.
4. Check continuity of the interconnect cable or swap with a known good interconnect cable to verify if cable is bad.
5. Swap the lower PCA with a known good lower PCA to verify if the lower PCA is bad.
6. Swap the upper PCA with a know good upper PCA to verify if the upper PCA is bad.

Lift Position Value Out of Range Precor Error 42

Precor Error 46, Low Battery Voltage (AMT12 Only) Probable Cause 1. Blown fuse in the positive battery wire of the AMT12 2. Faulty or poor connection on the battery or LPCA 3. Low or no output voltage from battery Corrective Action

1. Remove the power from the unit and move the lift fuse from the in line fuse holder on the positive battery cable
   • Measure the fuse with an ohm meter (multi meter), the fuse should read approximately 1 ohm or less
   • If the reading is significantly high, replace the fuse
   • If the fuse is open, refer to next solution before you continue
2. Check connector of the battery cable for shorts or poor connections
3. Enter the diagnostic program per procedure, P80 Settings or Accessing the P30 Diagnostic Software
   • Using the diagnostic program allows you to test the incline system without continuously pedaling the unit if you have an external power supply
   • Otherwise, you will need to continue to pedal the unit
   • Connect a DC voltmeter to the J3 connector on the lower PCA as follows:voltmeter common lead to terminal 3 (black wire) and voltmeter "hot" lead to terminal 2 (red wire)
   • Using the STRIDE HEIGHT Up and Down keys, operate the incline
     • The voltmeter should read about +12VDC when the incline is instructed to move upward and about -12VDC when incline is instructed to move downward
   • If either voltage measurement is significantly low, replace the battery

Precor Error 46 AMT12 Only Low Battery Voltage

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.

Replacement Parts for Fitness Exercise Equipment at SPORTSMITH Warning Notice for Battery Installation of certain Precor Ellipticals This notice provides details about the battery replacement procedure that should be considered by anyone performing this repair. Following is the warning about the battery installation for certain models of the Precor ellipticals.

Precor Elliptical Models Affected:

• EFX C524 with serial#s beginning I7, K7, LH, SW, SX
• EFX C546 with serial#s beginning NF,SZ, IK, IL, IU
• EFX C546I with serial#s beginning X8, XG, Z2
• EFX C556 with serial#s beginning NG, SY

When replacing the battery on your Precor elliptical it is important to make sure that the battery terminals are not allowed to make contact with the metal surface of the battery bracket. **Damage to the battery will occur**. Electrical tape can be wrapped around the battery terminals to prevent them from making contact with the metal surface of the battery bracket. Battery replacement on the EFX C524, EFX C546, EFX C546i and EFX C556 instructs you to remove the (4) screws that fasten the battery bracket to the frame. This allows you to turn the lower PCA and battery assembly away from the frame so you can slide the battery out of the battery bracket. It may be necessary to remove the nut that fastens the front retaining bracket or "L" bracket in order to slide the battery out of the battery bracket. Warning Notice for Battery Installation on Precor EFX Ellipticals