USER`S MANUAL
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1. Model No 831 299300 Serial No Write the serial number in the space above for future reference HELPLINE 1 800 736 6879 www healthrider com new products prizes fitness tips and much more TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS S160 00116 c s6 1 se4uceexllsaseisavke 026sssvxsxas sec j 3 BEFORE YOU BEGIN lt lt 22g 6664166 s0s6 21162662500 k6 1937 3314 b5 A91 xr nong k0 fond 5 ASSEMBLY E E 960 12v A N hea aui Ne ome E n i S oe 6 OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT nh ne 7 HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL 21 TROUBLE SHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE 22 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES in 24 PART AIST co useen Gare Met chid 451162876 723 0 s otelaisgcpevraeinlenbe Biden Seat a a dade 26 HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS Back Cover FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY sais sce totus c Bia 60064 60605 bia cc econ Was D00 sa v0 01021225 Back Cover Note An EXPLODED DRAWING is attached in the center of this manual Please save the EXPLODED DRAWING for future reference HealthRider is a registered trademark of ICON Health amp Fitness Inc IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS i Rash gt D 19 Inspect and tighten all parts of i thet tr id every three months The decals shown below have been pl2. To exit the information mode remove the key from the console 2O THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR An optional chest pulse sensor adds even more features to the console The chest pulse sensor contin uously monitors your heart rate during your workouts and allows you to use the console s two pulse pro grams To purchase the optional chest pulse sen sor Cail the toll free telephone number listed on the back cover of this manual THE OPTIONAL HANDGRIP PULSE SENSOR An optional hand grip pulse sensor allows you to con veniently measure your heart rate be fore you begin ex ercising during your workout and after you finish To purchase the op tional handgrip pulse sensor call the toll free telephone number listed on the back cover of this manual Note The console s pulse programs can be used only with the optional chest pulse sensor HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill adjust the incline to the lowest position If this is not done the treadmill may be permanently damaged Next unplug the power cord Caution You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds 20 kg in order to raise lower or move the treadmill 1 Hold the treadmill in the locations shown at the right To decrease the possibility of injury bend your legs and keep your back straight As you raise the treadmill make sure to lift with your fegs rather than your back Raise
3. 3 Go to your computer and start an internet connection Start your web browser if necessary and go to our internet site at www iFit com Follow the desired links on our internet site to select a program Read and follow the on line instructions for using a program Follow the on line instructions to start the program When you start the program an on screen count down will begin 7 Return to the treadmill and stand on the foot dics rails Find the clip attached to the key and slide the key onto the waistband of your clothing When the on screen countdown ends the program will begin and the walking belt will begin to move Hold the handrails step onto the walking belt and begin walking During the program an electronic chirping sound will alert you when the speed and or incline of the treadmill is about to change CAUTION Always listen for the chirp and be prepared for speed and or incline changes If the speed or incline settings are too high or too low you can manually override the settings at any time by pressing the Speed or Incline buttons on the console However when the next chirp is heard the speed and or incline will change to the next settings of the program To stop the walking belt at any time press a Stop button on the console The Time Segment Time display will begin to flash To restart the program press the Start button After a moment the walk ing belt will begin
4. Follow your progress with the four displays Refer to step 5 on page 11 6l When the program has ended remove the key Step onto the foot rails and make sure that the in cline of the treadmill is at 1 5 The incline must be at 1 5 when the treadmil is raised to the storage position Next remove the key from the console and put it in a safe place Note If the dis plays and indicators on the console remain lit after the key is removed the console is in the demo mode Refer to page 20 and turn off the demo mode When you are finished using the treadmill move the on off switch near the power cord to the off position and unplug the power cord Note The pulse programs can be used only when the optional chest pulse sensor is worn See page 20 for information about the chest pulse sensor insert the key into the console See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 10 H Put on the chest pulse sensor You must wear the chest pulse sensor in order to use a pulse program To put on the chest pulse sensor follow the instructions included with the chest pulse sensor 3 Select one of the two pulse programs When the key is inserted the manual mode will be selected and the manual indicator will light To select one of the pulse programs press the Select Workout button repeatedly until one of the two pulse program indicators lights The profiles on the console show how the target heart rate will change during the programs
5. Lock Pin Crossbar Console Base Screw Console Base Cover Cover Screw Pulse Sensor Cover Sensor Cover Screw Key Clip Console Base Book Holder Lens Console Lift Frame Releasable Tie Magnet Cable Tie 8 Power Wire 8 Cable Tie Jack 10 IFit com Wire Lift Frame Bolt Plastic Washer Lift Frame Nut Wheel Nut Base Pad Left Foot Grip Upright Base Cap Warning Decal Wheel Bolt Base Wheel Wheel Insert Key No 101 102 108 104 105 oA eS tt th tb dt Qty 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 Description 12 Audio Wire Large Waming Decal Upright Base Shock Lift Frame Spacer Endcap Spacer 8 Wire Harness 8 Green Wire 2 Ring 4 Green Wire F Ring 4 Black Wire 2 Female 8 Black Wire 2 Ring 8 Biack Wire M F Key No Qty Desoription 8 Blue Wire 2 F 20 Blue Wire 2 F 4 Blue Wire 2 F 8 White Wire 2 Female 20 White Wire M F User s Manual tt te th Se He t i mh eh m mh b Includes all parts shown in the box These parts are not illustrated Specifications are subject to change without notice 27 EXPLODED DRAWING Model No 831 299300 Roto 30 REMOVE AND SAVE THIS EXPLODED DRAWING FOR FUTURE REFERENCE To identify the parts shown on this exploded drawing refer to the PART LIST on pages 26 and 27 of the USER S MANUAL R0100A gt EXPLODED DRAWING Model No 831 99300 ios 84 g 76 eb 86 Model No 8
6. The Time Segment Time display will show how long the selected program will last 4 Enter your age When a pulse program is se lected an age setting will begin to flash in the CALORIES PULSE display if you have already entered your age simply press the Enter button To enter your age press the A and V buttons The buttons can be held down to enter your age quickly When your age is shown press the Enter button 4 Enter a maximum heart rate setting i openen After you have entered your age another number will begin to flash in the CALORIES PULSE display This number is the maximum heart rate setting for the program If Pulse program 1 is selected the maximum heart rate setting can be from 65 to 85 of your maximum possible heart rate your maximum possible heart rate is 220 minus your age if Pulse program 2 is selected the maximum heart rate setting can be from 65 to 80 of your maximum possible heart rate Note Your maxi mum possible heart rate is an estimate only For example if you are 30 years old your maxi mum possible heart rate is 190 220 minus 30 equals 190 Therefore if Pulse program 1 is se lected the maximum heart rate setting can be from 123 to 161 65 of 190 is 123 85 of 190 is 161 if you want to change the maximum heart rate set ting press the A and V buttons The buttons can be held down to change the setting quickly When the desired setting is shown press the Ent
7. video program The program can also be Stopped by pressing the Stop button on your CD player or VCR When the CD or video program is completed the walking belt will stop and the Time Segment Time display will begin to flash Note To use another CD or video program press a Stop button or re move the key and go to step 1 on page 17 Note If the speed or incline of the treadmill does not change when a chirp is heard e make sure that the IFit com indicator is lit and that the Time Segment Time display is not flashing If the Time Segment Time display is flashing press the Start button or the Speed A button on the console e adjust the volume of your CD player or VCR If the volume is too high or too low the console may not detect the program signals make sure that the audio cable is properly connected that it is fully plugged in and that it is not wrapped around a power cord if you are using your portable CD player and the CD skips set the CD player on the floor or another flat surface instead of on the console 5 Follow your progress with the four displays See step 5 on page 11 6 When the program is completed remove the k ey Step onto the foot rails and make sure that the in cline of the treadmill is at 1 5 The incline must be at 1 5 when the treadmill is raised to the storage position Next remove the key from the console and put it in a safe place Note If the dis plays and indicators
8. Slowly release the lock knob 2 See the drawing at the top of this page Hold the tread mill firmly with both hands and lower the treadmill to the floor To decrease the possibility of injury bend your legs and keep your back straight N Ni 21 TROUBLE SHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the instructions below If further assistance is needed please call our toll free HELPLINE at 1 800 736 6879 Monday through Saturday 7 a m until 7 p m Central Time excluding holidays PROBLEM SOLUTION 1 The power does not a Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a Surge suppressor and that the turn on surge suppressor is plugged into a properly grounded outlet see page 7 Use only a single outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge suppressor TVSS The surge suppressor must have a UL suppressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less and a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules The surge suppressor must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and 15 amps b Make sure that the key is fully inserted into the console c Check the circuit breaker located on the frame near the power cord If the switch protrudes as shown the circuit breaker has tripped To reset the circuit 6 breaker wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in Tripped Reset d Check the on off switch located on the frame near the power cord The switch must
9. be in the on posi On A tion ate l Position am LJ 2 The power turns off a Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power cord see during use 1 c above If the circuit breaker has tripped wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in b Make sure that the power cord is plugged in c Remove the key from the console and then reinsert it d Make sure that the on off switch is in the on position see 1 d above 3 The walking belt a Make sure that only an appropriate surge suppressor is used see 1 a above slows when walked on b If the walking belt is overtightened tread mill performance may decrease and the walking belt may be permanently dam aged Remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD Using the included allen wrench turn both rear roller adjustment bolts counterclockwise 1 4 of a turn When the watking belt is properly tightened you should be able to lift the edges of the Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts walking belt 3 to 4 inches off the walking platform Be careful to keep the walking belt centered Plug in the power cord insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened PROBLEM SOLUTION 4 The walking belt is off center or slips when walked on a If the walking belt has shifted to the If the walking belt has shifted to the If the walking belt slips when walked left first remove the
10. has only a PHONES jack see instruction C A Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord Plug the other end of the cable into the included adapter Plug the adapter into an AUDIO OUT jack on your stereo B Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord Plug the other end of the cable into the LINE OUT jack on your stereo C Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord Plug the other end of the cable into a 3 5mm Y adapter available at electronics stores Plug the Y adapter into the PHONES jack on your stereo Plug your headphones into the other side of the Y adapter Audio Cable 3 Y adapter am Headphones 15 16 HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO Note If your stereo has an unused LINE OUT jack see instruction A below If the LINE OUT jack is being used see instruction B A Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord Plug the other end of the cable into the included adapter Plug the adapter into the LINE OUT jack on your stereo B Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord Plug the other end of the cable into the included adapter Plug the adapter into an RCA adapter available at electronics stores Next remove the wire that i
11. insert the videocassette into your VCR Press the PLAY button on your CD player or VCR A moment after the button is pressed your per sonal trainer will begin guiding you through your workout Simply follow your personal trainer s instructions Note If the Time Segment Time dis play is flashing press the Start button or the Speed A button on the console The treadmil will not respond to a CD or video program when the Time Segment Time display is flashing During the CD or video program an electronic chirping sound will alert you when the speed and or incline of the treadmill is about to change CAUTION Always listen for the chirp and be prepared for speed and or incline changes In some instances the speed and or incline may change before the personal trainer describes the change 17 if the speed or incline settings are too high or too low you can manually override the Settings at any time by pressing the Speed or Incline buttons on the console However when the next chirp is heard the speed and or incline will change to the next settings of the CD or video program To stop the walking belt at any time press a Stop button on the console The Time Segment Time display will begin to flash To restart the program press the Start button After a moment the walk ing belt will begin to move at 1 0 mph When the next chirp is heard the speed and incline will change to the next settings of the CD or
12. key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD Using the allen wrench tum the left rear roller adjustment bolt clockwise and the right bolt counter clockwise 1 4 of a turn each Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt Plug in the power cord insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes Repeat until the walking belt is centered right first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD Using the alien wrench turn the left rear roller adjustment bolt counterclockwise and the right bolt clockwise 1 4 of a turn each Be careful not to overtighten the walking belt Plug in the power cord insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes Repeat until the walking belt is centered on first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD Using the allen wrench turn both rear roller adjustment bolts clockwise 1 4 of a turn When the walking belt is correctly tightened you should be able to lift the edges of the walking belt 3 to 4 inches off the walking platform Be careful to keep the walking belt centered Plug i in the power cord in sert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened 5 The displays of the console do not func tion properly a Remove the key from the console and UN PLUG THE POWER CORD Next remove the screws from the hood and carefully re move the hood Locate the Reed Switch 26 and the Magnet 85 on the left side of the Pulley 28 T
13. properly grounded outlet drawing 1 can be installed by a qualified electrician The green colored rigid ear lug or the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place by a metal screw Some 2 pole receptacle outlet box covers are not grounded Contact a qualified elec trician to determine if the outlet box cover is grounded before using an adapter 8 DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The treadmill console offers an impressive selection of features to help you get the most from your exercise When the console is in the manual mode the speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with a touch of a button As you exercise the four displays will show your workout time the number of calories you have burned the distance you have walked the incline level of the treadmill and the speed of the walk ing belt If you purchase an optional handgrip pulse i sensor or chest pulse sensor the console will also show your heart rate The console also offers four preset workout programs Each program automatically controls the speed and in cfirie of the treadmill as it guides you through an effet tive workout The included hand weights can be used for upper body exercise as well If you purchase the op tional chest pulse sensor the console s two pulse pro grams can also be used E
14. speed setting and one incline setting are programmed for each segment When only three seconds remain in the first segment of the program a Series of tones will sound and the treadmill will automatically adjust to the speed and incline settings for the second segment If PL TIME ma SEGMENT TIME The program will continue in this way until the Time Segment Time display counts down to zero The walking belt will then slow to a stop if the speed or incline setting for the current seg ment is too high or too low you can manually override the setting by pressing the Speed or Incline buttons on the console However when the next segment begins the treadmill will au tomatically adjust to the speed and incline set tings for the next segment To stop the program temporarily press one of the Stop buttons All displays will pause and the Time Segment Time display wilt begin to flash To restart the program press the Start button or the Speed A button To end the program press a Stop button remove the key and then reinsert the key 4 Use the hand weights if desired if you have selected the Fitnesswalk or Cardio jog program the Cross Training Indicator in the Time Segment Time display will periodically flash While the indicator is flashing use the included hand weights for upper body exercise as you walk on the treadmill TIME SEGMENT TIME Bg Ft Training Te oora nana gka uaa hand 5
15. the treadmill about halfway to the vertical position 2 Move your right hand to the position shown and hold the treadmill firmly Using your left hand pull the lock knob to the left and hold it Raise the treadmill until all parts of the treadmill are past the latch pin Release the lock knob Make sure that the lock knob is fully released so the latch pin is securely holding the catch To protect the floor or carpet from damage place a mat under the treadmill Keep the treadmill out of direct sunlight Do not leave the treadmill in the stor age position in temperatures above 85 Fahrenheit HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL Before moving the treadmill convert the treadmill to the storage position as described above Make sure that the latch pin is securely holding the catch 1 Hold the handrails and place one foot on the base 2 Tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on the wheels Carefully move the treadmill to the desired location To re duce the risk of injury use extreme caution while moving the treadmill Do not attempt to move the treadmill over an uneven surface 3 Place one foot on the base and carefully lower the tread mill until it is resting in the storage position HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE SLA 1 Hold the treadmill with your right hand as shown Using Le i your left hand pull the lock knob to the teft and hold it Pivot the treadmill down until all parts of the treadmill are past the pin
16. to find your heart rate A six Second count is used because your heart rate drops quickly when you stop exercising If your heart rate is too high or too low adjust the speed or incline of the treadmill Fat Burning To burn fat effectively you must exercise at a relatively low intensity level for a sustained period of time During the first few minutes of exercise your body uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for en ergy Only after the first few minutes does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy If your goal is to burn fat adjust the Speed and incline of the tread mill until your heart rate is near the lowest number in your training zone l For maximum fat burning adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill until your heart rate is near the middle number in your training zone Aerobic Exercise if your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular sys tem your exercise must be aerobic Aerobic exercise is activity that requires large amounts of oxygen for prolonged periods of time This increases the demand on the heart to pump blood to the muscles and on the lungs to oxygenate the blood For aerobic exercise adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill until your heart rate is near the highest number in your training zone WORKOUT GUIDELINES Each workout should include the following three parts A Warm up Start each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching and light exercise
17. to switch the console from miles per hour to kilometers per hour In addition the information mode allows you to turn on and turn off the demo mode To select the information mode hold down one of the Stop buttons while inserting the key into the console When the information mode is selected the following information will be shown The Time Segment Time display will show the total number of hours that the treadmill has been used a L1 Ei TIME SEGMENT TIME The Distance Incline display will show the total number of miles that the walking belt has moved DISTANCE INCLINE An E for English miles or an M for metric kilometers Z will appear in the Speed dis L play Press the Speed A button to change the unit of measurement IMPORTANT The Calories Pulse display should be blank If a d appears in the display the console is in the demo mode This mode is in tended to be used only when a treadmilt is displayed in a store When the con Sole is in the demo mode the power cord can be plugged in the key can be removed from the console and the displays and indicators on the console will au tomatically light in a preset sequence although the but tons on the console will not operate If a d appears in the Calories Pulse display when the information mode is selected press the Speed V button so the Calories Pulse display is blank ch MAX PULSE c ACTUAL PULSE CALORIES
18. 31 299300 QUESTIONS If you find that you need help assembling or operating the HealthRider SOFTSTRIDER S300i treadmill a part is missing or you need to schedule repair service call our toll free HELPLINE 1 800 736 6879 Monday Saturday 7 am 7 pm Central Time excluding holidays REPLACEMENT PARTS if parts become worn and need to be replaced call the following toll free number 1 800 FON PART 1 800 366 7278 The model number and serial number of your HealthRider SOFT STRIDER S300i treadmill are listed on a decal attached to the frame See the front cover of this manual to find the location of the decal All replacement parts are available for immediate purchase or special order when you visit your nearest SEARS Service Center To request service or to order parts by telephone call the toll free numbers listed at the left When requesting help or service or ordering parts please be Prepared to provide the following information The NAME OF THE PRODUCT HealthRider SOFTSTRIDER S300i treadmill The MODEL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT 831 299300 The KEY NUMBER AND DESCRIPTION OF THE PART see the PART LIST on pages 26 and 27 and the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY i For 90 days from the date of purchase if failure occurs due to defect in material or workmanship in this SEARS TREADMILL EXERCISER cont
19. A proper warm up in creases your body temperature heart rate and circula tion in preparation for exercise Training Zone Exercise After warming up increase the intensity of your exercise until your pulse is in your training zone for 20 to 60 minutes During the first few weeks of your exercise program do not keep your pulse in your training zone for longer than 20 minutes Breathe regularly and deeply as you exercise never hold your breath A Cool down Finish each workout with 5 to 10 min utes of stretching to cool down This will increase the flexibility of your muscles and will help prevent post ex ercise problems Exercise Frequency To maintain or improve your condition complete three workouts each week with at least one day of rest be tween workouts After a few months you may com plete up to five workouts each week if desired The key to success is to make exercise a regular and enjoyable part of your everyday life SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right Move slowly as you stretch never bounce 1 Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times Stretches Hamstrings back of knees and back 2 Hamstring Stretch Sit with one leg extended Bring the sole of the opposi
20. DIO OUT jack on your VCR B Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord Plug the other end of the cable into the included adapter Plug the adapter into an RCA adapter available at electronics stores Next remove the wire that is currently plugged into the AUDIO OUT jack on your VCR and plug the wire into the unused side of the RCA adapter Plug the RCA adapter into the AUDIO OUT jack on your VCR RCA Adapter Audio Cable Adapter Wire removed from AUDIO OUT jack To use iFit com CD s or videocassettes the treadmill must be connected to your portable CD player portable stereo home stereo computer with CD player or VCR See HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL TO YOUR CD PLAYER VCR OR COMPUTER on page 15 Note To purchase iFit com CD s or iFit com videocassettes call toll free 1 800 735 0768 Follow the steps below to use an iFit com CD or video program 4 Insert the key into the console See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 10 B Select the iFit com mode When the key is in sered the manua mode will be selected and the manual indica tor will light To use iFit com CD s or video cassettes press the Select Workout button repeatedly until the iFit com indicator lights SELECT WORKOU 3 Insert the iFit com CD or videocassette lf you are using an iFit com CD insert the CD into your CD player If you are using an iFit com video cassette
21. aced on your treadmill If a decal is missing or illegible please call our toll free HELPLINE to order a free replacement deca our HELPLINE is listed on the front cover of this manual Apply the decal in the location shown Note The large decal is shown at 38 of actual size NT J Me i f eet clear of t s area SS while operating or gt a LE folding treadmill Foy engage X ng ei aidund ue small incrrrnerrts lt Remove key wren rst in use O prwverT fac eg ip whic Cpe songe pesuca safey dip whic operater Step you fee fart dizzy cr shart of berth BEFORE YOU BEGIN a es Congratulations for purchasing the SOFTSTRIDER have additional questions please call our toll free S300i treadmill by HealthRider The SOFTSTRIDER HELPLINE at 1 800 736 6879 Monday through S300i offers an impressive array of features to help Saturday 7 a m until 7 p m Central Time excluding you achieve your fitness goals in the convenience of holidays To help us assist you please note the prod your home From the advanced console to the cush uct model number and serial number before calling ioned walking belt the SOFTSTRIDER S300i is de The model number is 831 299300 The serial number signed to make each workout more effective and en can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill see joyable And when you re not exercising the SOFT the front cover of this manual for the loc
22. ach program controls the Speed and incline of the treadmill to keep your heart rate within a preset range during your workouts The console also features advanced iFit com technol ogy IFit com technology is like having a personal trainer right in your home Using the included audio cable you can connect the treadmill to your home stereo portable stereo or computer and play special iFit com CD programs CD s are available separately IFit com CD programs automatically control the speed and incline of the treadmill as a persona trainer guides you through every step of your workout High energy Note If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console remove it music provides added motivation Each CD features two programs designed by certified personal trainers In addition you can connect the treadmill to your VCR and TV and play iFit com video programs videocas settes are available separately Video programs offer the same benefits as iFit com CD programs but add the excitement of working out with a class and an instructor the hottest new trend at health clubs With the treadmill connected to your computer you can also go to our new internet site at www iFit com and access basic programs that interactively contro the speed and incline of your treadmill to help you achieve your specific exercise goals Or use iFit com audio and video programs directly from our internet Site Visit www iFit com for c
23. act the nearest SEARS Service Center throughout the United States and SEARS will repair or replace the TREADMILL EXERCISER free of charge h fy This warranty does not apply when the TREADMILL EXERCISER is used commercially or for rental pure poses This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO DEPT 817WA HOFFMAN ESTATES iL 60179 Part No 159212 RO100A Printed in USA 2000 Sears Roebuck and Co
24. ation STRIDER S300i can be folded away taking less than half the floor space of conventional treadmills Before reading further please familiarize yourself with the parts that are labeled in the drawing below For your benefit read this manual carefully before using the SOFTSTRIDER S300i treadmill if you Hand Weights Book Holder Console Chest Pulse Sensor Holder PA E Water Bottle Holdert MN aVau Y Y i Handrail l Key Clip Lock Knob N RIGHT SIDE On Off Switch Walking Belt Circuit Breaker Foot Rail Back l ae Cushioned word L Walking Platform LL Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts For information about the optional chest pulse sensor see page 20 Water bottle is not included ASSEMBLY e Assembly requires two people Place the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials Do not dispose of the packing materials until the treadmill is assembled No tools are required Note The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high performance lubricant During shipping a small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt the sides of the walking platform or the shipping carton This does not affect treadmill performance If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt or on the sides of the walking platform wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild non abrasive cl
25. ay will alternate between one number and the other every seven seconds Note Each time the Incline buttons are pressed the dis play will change to show the incline setting Speed display This display shows the speed of the walking belt Enter button and A and Y b ttons These buttons are used to enter your age when pulse programs are used Select Workout button This button is used to select the manual mode the four preset Programs the two pulse programs and iFit com programs Note If the walking belt is moving when the Select Workout button is pressed the walking belt will slow to a Stop and the displays will be reset Mode indicators These indicators show whether the manual mode a preset program a pulse pro gram or an iFit com program is selected Program profiles These profiles show how the tar get heart rate will change during pulse programs and how the speed and incline of the treadmill will change during preset programs Note The console can display exercise feedback in either miles or kilometers see SPEED DISPLAY on page 11 For simplicity all instructions in this section refer to miles Insert the key into the console See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER at the left H Select the manual mode When the key is in serted the manual mode will be selected and the manual indica tor will light If a pro gram has been se lected press the Select Workout button repeatedly to select
26. e a surge suppressor with your treadmill see drawing 1 at the right To purchase a surge suppressor see your HealthRider dealer or call toll free 1 800 366 7278 and order part number 14657 Use only a single out let surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a tran sient voltage surge suppressor TVSS The surge Suppressor must have a UL suppressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less and a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules The surge suppressor must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and 15 amps This product must be grounded If it should malfune tion or break down grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec tric shock This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor anda grounding plug Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances This product is for use ona nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus trated in drawing 1 below A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may be used to connect the surge Suppressor to a 2 pole receptacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly grounded outlet is not available Grounded Outlet Box Grounded Outlet Grounding Plug Metal Scre The temporary adapter should be used only until a
27. eaner 1 With the help of a second person carefully raise the Uprights 103 until the Wheels 99 are resting on the floor as shown 2 Next make sure that the Lock Knob Sleeve 68 is fully inserted into the left Upright 103 Remove the Lock Knob 67 from the Lock Pin 72 Make sure that the Lock Pin Collar 70 and the Spring 69 are on the Lock Pin insert the Lock Pin into the left Upright 103 and tighten the Lock Knob onto it 3 Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill Place a mat beneath the treadmill to protect the floor or carpet For your benefit we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the TROUBLE SHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE section on pages 22 and 23 OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT gt te THE PERFORMANT LUBE WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with PERFORMANT LUBE a high performance lubricant IMPORTANT Never apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking plat form Such substances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD Your treadmill like any other type of sophisticated electronic equipment can be seriously damaged by sudden voltage changes in your home s power Voltage surges spikes and noise interference can result from weather conditions or from other appliances being turned on or off To decrease the possibility of your treadmill being damaged always us
28. ease the speed the in cline will decrease If you increase the incline the speed will decrease if you decrease the incline the speed will increase The treadmill will always attempt to keep your heart rate near the target heart rate setting for the current segment Note When the incline reaches the lowest setting the speed cannot be increased any further When the incline reaches the highest setting the speed can not be decreased any further To stop the program temporarily press one of the Stop buttons All displays will pause and the Time Segment Time display will begin to flash To restart the program press the Start button or the Speed A button To end the program press a Stop button remove the key and then reinsert the key 6 Follow your progress with the four displays Refer to step 5 on page 1 t When the program has ended remove the key Step onto the foot rails and make sure that the in cline of the treadmill is at 1 5 The incline must be at 1 5 when the treadmill is raised to the storage position Next remove the key from the console and put it in a safe place Note If the dis plays and indicators on the console remain lit after the key is removed the console is in the demo mode Refer to page 20 and turn off the demo mode When you are finished using the treadmill move the on off switch near the power cord to the off position and unplug the power cord To use iFit com CD s the treadmil
29. er button Press the Start button or the Speed A button to start the program A moment after the button is pressed the tread mill will automatically adjust to the first speed and incline settings for the program Hold the handrails and begin walking Each program is divided into several time seg ments of different lengths The Time TIME Segment Time display SEGMENT TIME will show both the time remaining in the pro gram and the time remaining in the current seg ment One target heart rate setting is programmed for each segment When only three seconds re main in the first segment of the program a series of tones will sound and the next segment will begin As you exercise the speed and or incline of the treadmill will automatically change as needed to keep your heart rate near the current target heart rate setting The program will continue until the Time Segment Time display counts down to zero The walking belt will then slow to a stop 13 14 If your heart rate is not detected during the pro gram the speed and incline of the treadmill may automatically decrease unti your heart rate is de tected If this happens see the instructions in cluded with the chest pulse sensor if the speed or incline setting for the current seg ment is too high or too low you can adjust the set ting with the Speed or Incline buttons However if you decrease the speed the incline will automati cally increase it you incr
30. ew 7 4 Isolator 8 4 Belt Guide Screw 9 2 Belt Guide 10 2 Frame Pivot Boit 11 1 Front Roller Pulley 12 2 Incline Motor Spacer 13 2 Incline Motor Bolt 14 2 Incline Motor Nut 15 1 Incline Motor 16 1 Front Roiler Adj Nut 17 1 Pulse Mounting Plate 18 1 Front Roller Adj Bolt 19 2 Side Hood Tab 20 11 Hood Tab Screw 21 4 Hood Tab Clip 22 2 Front Hood Tab 23 1 Reed Switch Clip 24 1 Motor 25 1 2 Ib Hand Weight 26 1 Reed Switch 27 1 Motor Belt 28 1 Pulley Flywheel Fan 29 1 Motor Tension Boit 30 2 Motor Tension Washer 31 1 Motor Star Washer 32 1 Motor Tension Nut 33 1 Motor Pivot Bolt 344 4 Motor Pulley Flywheel Fan 35 16 Screw 36 1 Choke 37 1 Choke Plate 38 1 Circuit Breaker 39 1 On Off Switch 40 1 Power Cord 41 1 Power Cord Grommet 42 1 Outlet Bracket 43 1 Controller 44 1 Power Supply 45 4 Plastic Stand off 46 1 Electronics Bracket 47 1 Belly Pan 48 1 Upright Wire Harness 49 1 Right Foot Grip 50 1 Walking Belt Key No 51 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 8 1 2 1 1 4 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 5 5 1 2 3 2 2 2 RO100A Qty Description Frame Rear Wheel Rear Wheel Bolt Rear Roller Guard Rear Whee Nut Rear Roller Right Endcap Rear Roller Adj Washer Rear Roller Adj Bolt Left Endcap Allen Wrench Waiking Platform Handrail Grip Handrail Grip Screw Crossbar Bolt Crossbar Washer Lock Knob Lock Knob Sleeve Lock Spring Lock Knob Collar Pin Clip
31. he off position and unplug the power cord 11 12 4 Insert the key into the console See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 10 2 Select one of the four preset programs When the key is inserted the manual mode will be selected and the manual indicator wil light To select one of the pre set programs press the Select Workout button repeatedly until one of the four preset program indicators lights 24 eg 1 gu n Rereata SELECT WORKOU The profiles on the console show how the speed and incline of the treadmill will change during the preset programs the white profiles show speed settings and the green lines show incline settings The numbers at the left ends of the profiles show the speed and incline ranges for the programs For example during the Healthwalk program the speed of the walking belt will be from 2 mph to 4 mph and the incline will be from 1 5 to 6 The Time Segment Time display will show how long the selected program will last Press the Start button or the Speed A button to start the program f A moment after the button is pressed the tread mill will automatically adjust to the first speed and incline settings for the program Hold the handrails and begin walking Each program is di vided into several time segments of different lengths The Time Segment Time display will show both the time remaining in the pro gram and the time remaining in the current seg ment One
32. l must be con nected to your portable CD player portable stereo home stereo or computer with CD player See pages 15 and 16 for connecting instructions To use iFit com videocassettes the treadmill must be connected to your VCR See page 17 for connecting instructions To use iFit com programs directly from our internet site the treadmill must be connected to your home computer See page 16 for connecting instructions HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE CD PLAYER Note If your CD player has separate LINE OUT and PHONES jacks see instruction A below If your CD player has only one jack see instruction B A Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord Plug the other end of the cable into the LINE OUT jack on your CD player Plug your headphones into the PHONES jack Audio Cable phones B Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord Plug the other end of the cable into a 3 5mm Y adapter available at electronics stores Plug the Y adapter into the PHONES jack on your CD player Plug your headphones into the other side of the Y adapter Audio Y adapter Cable ba al Headphones om hendene sesas ssst L HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE STEREO r A a zz Note If your stereo has an RCA type AUDIO OUT jack see instruction A below If your stereo has a 3 5mm LINE OUT jack see instruction B if your stereo
33. nd of your 10 Note After the buttons are pressed it may clothing Next insert take a moment for the treadmill to reach the se the key into the console After a moment the four lected incline setting displays and various indicators will light 5 Follow your progress with the four displays Time Segment Time display When the manual mode or an iFit com program is selected this display will show the elapsed time When a preset program or a pulse program is selected the display will show both the time remaining in the program and the time remaining in the current segment of the program The display will alternate between one number and the other every seven seconds Note The Cross Training indicator below the dis play will periodically flash during the Fitnesswalk and Cardiojog programs While the indicator is flashing the included hand weights can be used for upper body exercise as you walk on the treadmill cl G AGE cn MAX PULSE ACTUAL PULSE CALORIES Calories Pulse display this display shows the approximate number of calories you have burned When the optional chest pulse sensor is worn the dis play will also show your heart rate The display will alternate between one number and the other every seven seconds If the optional handgrip pulse sensor is used the display will show your heart rate continuously while your hands are on the pulse sensor Distance incline display this display show
34. omplete details By adding an optional upgrade module to the treadmill you can use virtually endless features from our internet site See www iFit com to learn about other iFit com features To purchase iFit com CD s iFit com videocassettes or an optional upgrade module call toll free 1 800 735 0768 For information about the optional handgrip pulse sensor or chest pulse sensor see page 20 To use the manual mode of the console follow the steps beginning on page 10 To use a preset program see page 12 To use a pulse program see page 13 To use iFit com CD or video programs see page 17 To use iFit com programs directly from our inter net site see page 19 DESCRIPTION OF THE CONSOLE Refer to the drawing on page 8 to identify the features described below A Water bottle holder This holder keeps your water bottle handy during your workouts no water bottle is included B Hand weight holder These compartments hold the included hand weights C Book holder This holder allows you to read a good book or enjoy your favorite magazine while you get in shape D Incline buttons These buttons control the incline of the treadmill The incline range is 1 5 to 10 E Speed buttons These buttons control the speed of the walking belt The speed range is 0 5 mph to 10 mph F Stop buttons These buttons are used to stop the walking belt Note Pressing either button will stop the walking belt G Start b
35. on the console remain lit after the key is removed the console is in the demo mode Refer to page 20 and turn off the demo mode i When you are finished using the treadmill move the on off switch near the power cord to the off position and unplug the power cord Our new internet site at www iFit com allows you to access a selection of programs that interactively con trol your treadmill to help you achieve your specific ex ercise goals In addition you can play iFit com audio and video programs directly from the internet By adding an optional upgrade module to the console you can use virtually endless features on our internet site Explore www iFit com for details To purchase an up grade module call toll free 1 800 735 0768 To use programs from our internet site the treadmill must be connected to your home computer See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 16 In addition you must have an internet connection and an internet service provider A list of specific system requirements will be found on our internet site Follow the steps below to use a program from our internet site Insert the key into the console See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 10 A Select the iFit com mode When the key is in serted the manual mode wili be selected and the manual indica tor will light To use a program from our inter net site press the Program Select button repeatedly until the iFit com indicator lights SELECT
36. s currently plugged into the LINE OUT jack on your Stereo and plug the wire into the unused side of the RCA adapter Plug the RCA adapter into the LINE OUT jack on your stereo e 1 RCA Adapter Adapter Lam a Wire removed from gt LINE OUT jack Cabie HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER Note if your computer has a 3 5mm LINE OUT jack see instruction A If your computer has only a PHONES jack see instruction B A Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord Plug the other end of the cable into the LINE OUT jack on your computer B Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord Plug the other end of the cable into a 3 5mm Y adapter available at electronics stores Plug the Y adapter into the PHONES jack on your computer Plug your headphones or speakers into the other side of the Y adapter Headphones Speakers HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR Note If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack see instruction A below If the AUDIO OUT jack is being used see instruction B If you have a TV with a built in VCR see instruction B If your VCR is connected to your home stereo see HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO on page 16 A Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord Plug the other end of the cable into the included adapter Plug the adapter into the AU
37. s the distance you have walked and the incline level of the treadmill The display will alternate between one number and the other every seven seconds Note Each time the Incline buttons are pressed the display will change to show the incline setting L1G em DISTANCE INCLINE Speed display This display shows the speed of the walking belt Note The speed can be displayed in either miles per hour mph or kilo meters per hour kph To see which unit of measurement is se lected first hold down one of the Stop buttons while inserting the key into the console The Speed display will show an E for English miles or an M for metric kilometers Press the Speed A button to change the unit of measurement When the desired unit of measure ment is selected remove and then reinsert the key a When you are finished exercising stop the walking belt and remove the key Step onto the foot rails press one of the Stop but tons and adjust the incline of the treadmill to 1 5 The incline must be at 1 5 when the treadmill is raised to the storage position or the treadmill will be damaged Next remove the key from the console and put it in a safe place Note if the dis plays and indicators on the console remain lit after the key is removed the console is in the demo mode Refer to page 20 and turn off the demo mode When you are finished using the treadmill move the on off switch near the power cord to t
38. te foot to ward you and rest it against the inner thigh of your extended leg Reach toward your toes as far as possible Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg Stretches Hamstrings lower back and groin 3 Calf Achilles Stretch With one leg in front of the other reach forward and place your hands against a wall Keep your back leg straight and your back foot flat on the floor Bend your front leg lean forward and move your hips toward the wall Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg To cause further stretching of the achilles tendons bend your back leg as well Stretches Calves achilles tendons and ankles 4 Quadriceps Stretch With one hand against a wall for balance reach back and grasp one foot with your other hand Bring your heel as close to your buttocks as possible Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times for each leg Stretches Quadriceps and hip muscles 5 inner Thigh Stretch Sit with the soles of your feet together and your knees outward Pull your feet toward your groin area as far as possible Hold for 15 counts then relax Repeat 3 times Stretches Quadriceps and hip muscles 25 PART LIST Model No 831 299300 To locate the parts listed below refer to the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual Key No Qty Description 1 1 Motor Hood 2 11 Hood Screw 3 6 Platform Screw 4 9 Platform Washer 5 1 Latch Catch 6 2 Latch Catch Scr
39. the manual mode 3 Press the Start button or the Speed A button to start the walking belt A moment after the button is pressed the walking belt will begin to move at 1 0 mph Hold the hand rails and begin walking As you exercise adjust the speed of the walking belt as desired by press ing the Speed buttons Peg Each time one of the buttons is pressed the speed will change by 0 1 mph If one of the buttons is held down the speed will change in increments of 0 5 mph HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER To stop the walking belt press either of the Stop buttons The four displays will pause and the Plug in the power cord see HOW TO PLUG IN Time Segment Time display will begin to flash To THE POWER CORD on page 7 restart the walking belt press the Start button or the Speed A button To stop the walking belt and Locate the on off reset the displays press a Stop button remove switch on the front of the key and then reinsert the key the treadmill near the On power cord Make Position 4 Adjust the incline of the treadmill sure that the on off switch is in the on To vary the intensity of position your exercise adjust the incline of the treadmill Stand on the foot as desired with the DISTANCE rails of the treadmill Incline buttons Each m INCLINE Find the clip attached to the key and slide time one of the buttons is pressed the incline the clip onto the will change by 0 5 The incline range is 1 5 to waistba
40. to move at 1 0 mph When the next chirp is heard the speed and incline will change to the next settings of the program When the program is completed the walking belt will stop and the Time Segment Time dispiay wilt begin to flash Note To use another program Press a Stop button and go to step 5 Note if the speed or incline of the treadmill does not change when a chirp is heard make sure that the iFit com indicator is lit and that the Time Segment Time display is not flashing In addition make sure that the audio cable Is properly connected that it is fully plugged in and that it is not wrapped around a power cord 8 Follow your progress with the four displays See step 5 on page 11 9 When the program has ended remove the key Step onto the foot rails and make sure that the in cline of the treadmill is at 1 5 Remove the key from the console and put it in a safe place Note If the displays and indicators on the console re main lit after the key is removed the console is in the demo mode Refer to page 20 and turn off the demo mode Next move the on off switch near the power cord to the off position and unplug the power cord gt 19 THE INFORMATION MODE DEMO MODE The console features an information mode that keeps track of the total number of hours that the treadmill has been operated and the total number of mites that the walking belt has moved The information mode also al lows you
41. urn the Pulley until the Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch Make sure that the gap between the Magnet and the Reed Switch is about 1 8 If necessary loosen the Reed Switch Screw 2 and move the Reed Switch slightly Retighten the Screw Re attach the hood and run the treadmill for a few minutes to check for a correct speed reading 23 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES 2 The following guidelines will help you to plan your ex ercise program For more detailed exercise informa tion obtain a reputable book or consult your physician EXERCISE INTENSITY Whether your goal is to burn fat or to strengthen your cardiovascular system the key to achieving the desired results is to exercise with the proper intensity The proper intensity level can be found by using your heart rate as a guide The chart below shows recom mended heart rates for fat burning and aerobic exercise To find the proper heart rate for you first find your age near the bottom of the chart ages are rounded off to the nearest ten years Next find the three numbers above your age The three numbers define your train ing zone The lower two numbers are recommended heart rates for fat burning the higher number is the recommended heart rate for aerobic exercise HOW TO MEASURE YOUR HEART RATE To measure your heart rate stop exercising and place two fingers on your wrist as shown Take a six second heartbeat count and multiply the result by ten
42. utton This button is used to start the walking belt H Waistband clip This clip is designed to be wom on the waistband of your clothes If the key is pulled from the console the walking belt will automatically stop I Key This key turns the console on and off J Time Segment Time display When the manual mode or an iFit com program is selected this display will show the elapsed time When a preset program or a pulse program is selected the display will show both the time remaining in the program and the time remaining in the current segment of the program The display will alternate between one number and the other every seven seconds K Cross Training indicator During the Fitnesswalk and Cardiojog programs this indicator will periodi cally flash The included hand weights can be used while the indicator is flashing to add upper body exercise to your workouts Calories Pulse display This display shows the ap proximate number of calories you have burned When the optional chest pulse sensor is worn the display will also show your heart rate The display will alternate between one number and the other every seven seconds If the optional handgrip pulse Sensor is used the display will show your heart rate R continuously while your hands are on the puise sen sor Distance Incline display This display shows the distance you have walked and the incline level of the treadmill The displ
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