Can't find the serial number -- there is no tag or it has been removed. It's a precor efx 546, MANUAL not electric and I either need a new battery or a battery charger. What do I do without the serial number?

A slow boot up on a Precor EFX 546 elliptical machine can be caused by several factors, including:

1. Low battery voltage: If the battery voltage is low, the machine may take longer to boot up. This can be due to a weak or old battery, or a problem with the battery charger.
2. Dirty or corroded contacts: Dirt, dust, or corrosion on the battery contacts or other electrical contacts can interfere with the machine's ability to start up quickly.
3. Faulty console or display board: If the console or display board is malfunctioning, it may take longer for the machine to boot up or may not boot up at all.
4. Loose or damaged cables or connections: Loose or damaged cables or connections can prevent the machine from starting up properly and may cause a slow boot up.
5. Outdated software: If the software on the machine is outdated, it may take longer for the machine to boot up or it may not start up at all.

To troubleshoot a slow boot up on a Precor EFX 546, you can try the following steps:

1. Check the battery voltage and replace the battery if necessary.
2. Clean the contacts on the battery and other electrical components.
3. Inspect the cables and connections for damage or looseness.
4. Check for any error codes or messages on the console or display board and consult the user manual for troubleshooting steps.
5. Check for any available software updates and install them if necessary.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, you may need to contact a professional technician for further assistance.

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.

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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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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

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

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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.

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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Battery Installation Warning Notice for Precor Ellipticals

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.

You can use the link below to access a service manual download. Please see page 68 for the battery replacement procedure.


http://www.sportsmith.net/images/product_support/precor/Service%20Manuals/Commercial%20EFX/C546i%20(version%203)(AJME,%20AMTE,ATRE).pdf

Using your model and serial number, use this link to view a service manual with procedure instructions. http://www.sportsmith.net/