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nghia le Posted on Mar 13, 2017

How do I align my precor efx 546 stepup pulley

I bought a used efx 546 in very good condition and with very little use, all it needed was to retightenjng of some bolts. But my problem was a squeeky sound when the machine was used in Reverse motion.it made a slight squeek like noise but when in forward motion it was fjne. So I took it in my hands with a service manual downloaded to repair the machine. With a bit of adjusting the tension bolts on the step up pulley right side. The sound went away instantly.but I'm afraid I did it a bit too much because at one point the crank arm wasn't able to move because the tension bolt so I reversed it slightly and it started to move again.I'm afraid I need to readjust the alignment and tension belt. But I honestly don't know if its even aligned or how to tell if it is. Can anyone give me advice on how to guide me through this step?

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  • Posted on Mar 19, 2010

SOURCE: I own a Precor EFX 5.33 the drive belt snapped so

You use the two bolts that hold the step up pulley in place. The step up pulley is the pulley assembly that is closes to the back of the unit. The step up pulley slides into two grooves in the frame, then there is a bolt on each side that run down the groove into the step up pulley. These bolts are the bolts that adjust the tension for the skinny belt. You may need to loosen the other belt first then tighten the skinny then retighten the belt you replaced.

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ernesto cuadra

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  • Posted on Sep 28, 2011

SOURCE: Trying to fix a 20+ yr.old treadmill (Precor USA

Dear Sir:

I hope you are very well, in union with your family.

Thank you by your request, and I will help you inmediately.

Please follow the next step with very carefully:

    • 1
Makesure that the surge protector being used is properly grounded(Very Important) and turned on.Check that the treadmill power cord is properly plugged into the surgeprotector.
    • 2
Checkto see that the key is inserted in the console.
    • 3
Checkthe circuit breaker on the frame near the power cord. If the reset/off circuitbreaker has tripped, wait 5 minutes and then reset the breaker by pressing theswitch in.
4)Check the circuit braker panel house, and reset.
Static Shock Problems:

Many people face a conundrum when using a treadmill. The problem is that a treadmill has you walk or run in a motion that causes you to build up an electrical charge on your body while you are exercising.
The problem if you are swinging your arms, you are totally isolated from any common ground so the charge just builds and builds and many discharges have been measured above 30,000 volts.

You may say, how in a frost-covered hell can I build up 30,000 volts on my body without killing myself? Good question and it has a good
answer...there is very little amperage. It will pop you good when you do ground and sting but it won't hurt you.
The problem is that it can damage the treadmill's electronics if it is not properly designed and we still see poor designs in this respect

If you don't like getting popped or if your treadmill is shutting down or going crazy, there is a fix. You can ground yourself to keep the electricity from building up on your body.

We now have wrist grounding straps that can be reused and attach to the frame of the treadmill without causing any markings and do not require any permanent modification to your treadmill. You can find them in any online catalog by electronic sales by searching for Grounding Strap.

Thank in advance, sincerely. God bless you.

If you need further assistance, please contact us.

E.CUADRA
MANAGUA, NICARAGUA. C.A
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ernesto cuadra

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  • Posted on Jul 31, 2012

SOURCE: precor efx 5.17 which intermittantly stops counting strides and freezes the display

please follow this steps:
Step 1

Remove the bolts or screws securing the console to the upright assembly. Lift the console and confirm that the cable connections are secure. Remove the cover from the console's battery bay and install a fresh set of batteries. Replace the battery cover.
Step 2

Detach the ends of the pedals from the crank axles. Remove the left and right disc shields and side shields. Inspect the interior of the base unit and locate the flywheel.
Step 3

Inspect the flywheel as it turns. Locate the magnet installed on the flywheel. Turn the flywheel until the magnet passes in front of the nearby reed switch. Loosen the screw securing the switch in place. Rotate the switch to reduce the gap between it and the magnet. Tighten the screw.

God bless you


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ernesto cuadra

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  • Posted on Mar 15, 2013

SOURCE: precor efx 546 error.

please follow this steps and fix it. God bless youError 43 - Zero Switch not FoundDescriptionThe C944 and several versions of C96X used a lift position identification system that did notutilize a potentiometer.Instead, it utilized a switch that would be physically actuated by the lift when the lift was in thezero incline position. A revolution sensor counted lifted motor revolutions to determinesubsequent lift positions. In addition two limit switches where used to remove power from the liftmotor if the lift moved outside of it's normal range.When the unit was powered up the lift would start to hunt for the zero switch. It would first go up4% (maximum lowest physical position was -3%) if it did not find the zero switch or it hit the upperlimit switch, it would then go down until did find the zero switch. When the zero switch waslocated it would stop, the system would then know its physical position and be prepared tomonitor the revolution sensor. If during this power up procedure the zero switch was not found anerror 43 would be displayed.Possible Causes1. The lift position actuator does not physically operate the zero switch.2. The lower PCA is bad.3. The zero switch is bad.Possible Remedies1. There are several physical problems related to the lift platform mounting or the plate the zeroswitch is mounted on that can cause the actuator knob to miss the zero switch as it movespast. Repair the lift platform mounting, repair or replace the lift switch mounting plate asrequired.2. The lower PCA provides a 5 VDC power source for the zero switch. You should measure 5VDC across the zero switch when the zero switch is activated. If the reading is significantlylow, remove both wires from the zero switch and repeat the measurement across the wiresremoved from the zero switch. If the reading is still significantly low, verify the zero switchwiring. If the wiring is intact and correctly connected, replace the lower PCA.3. Move the lift to position where the zero is switch is not activated and remove power from thetreadmill. Remove both leads from the zero switch and measure the zero switch with anohmmeter. The zero switch should read very near 0 ohms. While measuring the zero switchwith the ohmmeter, activate the switch by hand, the reading should change to infinite (open).If either of the above readings are significantly incorrect, replace the zero switch.

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My precor efx 546 makes noise like a squeaking in left pedal it seems I tried to tighten pedal but I the whole bolt and screw turn together and the other pedal makes no noise

This squeak is normally caused by a bad bearing in the wheel. In order to provide you with the correct wheel, I will need your serial number. The following link will take you to our Precor EFX 546 page.

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Precor efx 546 wobbles when raising incline

It may be either the front shroud is installed incorrectly or broken, or the corkscrew for the incline motor is bent. If it is bent, it would need to be replaced.

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Service manual 546

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Please use your model and serial number to narrow down your search. In the middle of our Web page you will find the service manual for your machine.
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How to repair a 546 efx precor

Assuming the buttons are working, the numbers change on the display, and the incline works, it may be the lower circuit board or the generator. If it is a very old unit, it may be the electromagnet or the data cable that connects the two circuit boards.

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I have a Precor EFX 546. How do I replace the drive belt?

Using your model and serial number, use this link to view a service manual with procedure instructions. http://www.sportsmith.net/
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I own a Precor EFX 5.33 the drive belt snapped so i bought a replacement belt and i've installed it and i can't align the other belt. How do i get the skinny belt to fit snug?

You use the two bolts that hold the step up pulley in place. The step up pulley is the pulley assembly that is closes to the back of the unit. The step up pulley slides into two grooves in the frame, then there is a bolt on each side that run down the groove into the step up pulley. These bolts are the bolts that adjust the tension for the skinny belt. You may need to loosen the other belt first then tighten the skinny then retighten the belt you replaced.
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Error 45 on Precor EFX 546 Elliptical

Precor Error 45, Lift Moving in Wrong Direction Probable Cause 1. Lift motor hysteresis.
2. Lower PCA is bad.
Corrective Action 1. The error would usually occur when the lift was already in motion (usually downward) when a lift command in the opposite direction (upward) was made. Some lift motors used in production exhibited a very long turnaround time and the lift motor would still be moving in the original commanded direction while the control system was trying to move the lift in the opposite commanded direction. If the error continues to re-occur, replace the lift motor.
2. It is a rare condition, however if the lift moves in the opposite direction commanded, replace the lower PCA.

Precor Error Code 45
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