Precor EFX 556i Elliptical – Version 4 (Pre-Experience Series)

Precor Elliptical motion, matched only by the human body. Engineered to move the way you move. The Precor 556i V4 Elliptical is a Self-Powered Total-Body Elliptical Fitness Crosstrainer™ designed for heavy commercial use.

Features

• Durable 6-phase generator system with no contacting parts to reduce friction and wear provides 20 levels to tailor workouts with consistent resistance. The 20 resistance levels range from 18 watts (level 1 at 20 SPM) to 720 watts (level 20 at 100 SPM.).

• Double polyurethane wheels with over-sized axle and sealed bearings with improved seals glide on precision extruded aluminum tracks to distribute user’s weight for efficiency providing an incredibly smooth feel.

• Dual action provides both upper and lower body workout.

• Fixed Ramp at 20° to provide optimal gluteal and hamstring involvement versus a flat ellipse.

Display

• Offers seamless integration with Cardio Theater options.

• Bio-feedback center with SmartRate provides dedicated feedback on heart rate and calories to end users.

SmartRate® shows actual heart rate in relation to the target zone for weight loss and cardio training.

• Numeric keypad makes data entry and Cardio Theater control easy.

• Tap Control provides satisfying tactile and audible click so end users feel confident and safe operating the product.

• Options menu offers wide choice of metrics and user defined languages and units of measure for readouts.

• QuickStart™ for user convenience lets user begin workout with the push of a single button.

Frame

• Biomechanics validated by Western Washington University Biomechanics Lab for users of all ages, fitness levels and sizes, from the 5% size female to the 95% size male user.

• Two-step powder-coating process applies rust-resistant undercoat and cosmetic topcoat to steel frame.

• Excellent stability and freedom of movement for users of all sizes.

• Motion keeps users’ heels in contact with footplates reducing muscle and tendon stress allowing a balanced hands-free workout.

• Footplates are polypropylene plastic and self-draining. Foot space is 14.17 inches (36 cm) long.

• Transport wheels in the rear of the EFX allow the unit to be moved when cleaning the floor.

• Critical pivots are no-maintenance sealed bearing design. Other pivots incorporate self-lubricating bronze bushings.

• Ramp cover keeps the ramp cleaner longer and can be removed for easy access to clean the tracks, but cannot be inadvertently popped

off by stepping on it.

• Durable rear cover designed to reduce damage that could occur when excessive weight is applied to it.

• Cover side panels attach using a twist-lock design. Single screw required to securely hold each side panel in place.

• Minimal space between total body arms allows for comfortable use by all sizes of exercisers.

• Critical pivots are no-maintenance sealed bearing design. Other pivots incorporate self-lubricating bronze bushings.

Diagnostics

• Ability to set club parameters, e.g. to limit exercise time and pause time.

• CSAFE ready and FitLinxx compatible Heart Rate

• Caloric measurements and all other metrics developed for accuracy by Emily Cooper, MD, of Seattle Performance Medicine, using gas exchange measurements for users of all ages, sizes and fitness levels.

• Handheld heart rate sensors located on fixed handles for increased accuracy and ease of use by exercisers of all sizes.

• Equipped for heart rate telemetry reading using a chest strap

Weight/Size

• Fixed Ramp: 20 °

• Length: 80 in (203 cm)

• Width: 32 in (81 cm)

• Height: 68 in (173 cm)

• Stride Length: 21.5 in (55 cm)

• Weight: 326 lbs (148 kg)

• Resistance levels: 1-20 (18-720 watts)

• Self-powered: Cordless, so it can be placed anywhere on the floor.