USER`S MANUAL
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1. SPEED display This display shows the speed of the walking belt in miles per hour or kilome ters per hour How to select miles per hour and kilometers per hour Hold down the PAUSE STOP button while inserting the key into the console An E for english miles or an M for metric kilometers will appear in the SPEED display Press the SPEED button to change the unit of measurement Remove and then reinsert the key DISTANCE INCLINE display This display shows the distance that the walking belt has moved and the incline level of the treadmill Every seven seconds the display will change from one number to the other The INCLINE indicator will light when the incline is shown Note If the speed is shown in mph the distance will be shown in miles If the speed is shown in kph the distance will be shown in kilometers DISTANCE cune O CALORIES FAT CALO RIES display This display shows the numbers of calories and fat calories you have bumed See page 19 Every seven seconds the display will change from one number to the other The FAT CALS indicator will light when the number of fat calories is shown PULSE display This display shows your heart I LI rate when the hand C pulse sensor or the optional chest pulse sensor is used see HOW TO USE THE HAND PULSE SENSOR on page 6 If the optional chest pulse sensor is worn the CHEST PULSE indicator will light PULSE cues P2. FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The advanced console offers a selection of features designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and effective 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 LED displays will provide continuous exercise feedback And the built in hand pulse sensor allows you to check your heart rate during your workouts Refer to the drawing at the top of page 8 A Water Bottle Holder Keeps your water bottle handy during your workouts B Accessory Tray Holds your personal items C Hand Pulse Sensor Allows you to measure your heart rate before you begin exercising during your workout and again when you finish D Reading Rack Allows you to enjoy your favorite magazine or read a book while you get in shape E INCLINE Buttons These buttons control the incline of the treadmill Each time a button is pressed the incline will change by 0 5 The incline range is 2 to 10 F PAUSE STOP Button This button stops the walking bett When the button ls pressed the TIME DISTANCE ANCLINE and CALORIES FAT CALO RIES displays will pause if the button is heid down for two seconds the displays will be reset G START Button This button starts the walking belt H SPEED Buttons These buttons control the speed of the walking belt Each time a button is pressed the speed will change by 0 1 mph T
3. Model No 831 297871 Serial No Serial Number Decal SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO HOFFMAN ESTATES IL 60179 EDAD MT USER S MANUAL 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS 2 BEFORE YOU BEGIN 4 SETTING UP THE TREADMILL 5 HOW TO USE THE HAND PULSE SENSOR 6 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 7 CONSOLE OPERATION 5 55 8 HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL TROUBLE SHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE CONDITIONING GUIDELINES A 19 ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY Back Cover IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS The decal shown below has been placed on your tread mill If the decal is missing or if it is not legible please MEGA TAN Da call our toll free HELPLINE to order a free replacement gira folding es Lia decal see the back cover of this manual Apply the into storage position decal in the location shown e Never allow children on or around treadmili Storage latch must be fully engaged before treadmill is moved or stored KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM THIS AREA WHILE THE TREADMILL IS IN OPERATION BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for purchasing the SOFTSTRIDER EX treadmill by HealthRider The SOFTSTRIDER EX offers an impressive array of features that will help you to achieve your fitness goals in
4. Uprights 82 until the Front Wheels 77 are resting on the floor as shown 2 Remove the paper backing from the Wrench Clip 71 Press the Wrench Clip onto the Frame 92 in the indi cated location Press the Allen Wrench 72 into the Wrench Clip Note The use of the Allen Wrench is described on pages 17 and 18 3 Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill Place a mat beneath the treadmili to protect the floor or carpet metal contacts as HOW TO USE THE HAND PULSE SENSOR The convenient hand pulse sensor aliows you to measure your heart rate before you begin exercising during your workout and again when you finish To use the hand pulse sensor the console must be turned on see HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 9 In addition the walking belt must be moving or the TIME display must be flashing see step 5 on page 10 To measure your heart rate stand on the foot rails and place your hands on the shown Your palms must be resting on the upper contacts and your fingers must be touching the lower contacts avoid moving your hands After a moment three dashes will appear in the PULSE display and your heart rate will be shown Continue to hold the contacts for about 15 seconds for the most accurate heart rate reading HAND PULSE SENSOR TROUBLE SHOOTING Stand on the foot rails and avoid moving your hands while measuring your heart rate Excessive move ment may
5. When the information mode is selected the following information will be shown The TIME display will show the total number of hours accumulated on the treadmili J TIME The SPEED display will show an E for english miles or an M for metric kilometers Note To change the unit of measurement press the Note The hand pulse sensor and the chest pulse sen sor cannot be used simultaneously SPEED button The DISTANCEANCLINE dis play will show the total number of miles accumulated on the treadmill DISTANCE wene To exit the information mode remove the key from the console In addition to the Incline program the Speed programs and the Learn programs the console features exclusive Personal Trainer programs Simply mail the included persona profile to E Coach A personal trainer will send you instructions for selecting a Personal Trainer program designed to help you reach your specific fitness goals 15 16 HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmili 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
6. Pulse Sensor Cap 59 1 Console Base 37 07 60 1 Console 61 1 Electronics Bracket 62 2 LatchScrew 63 2 25 Hand Pulse Wire 64 1 Key Clip 65 1 Storage Latch 66 1 Rear Roller Ground Wire 67 2 InclineWamingDecal 68 1 Storage Catch 69 1 Incline Motor Spacer 70 1 Sensor Housing 71 1 Wrench Clip 72 1 Allen Wrench 73 1 Optional Pulse Kit 74 2 Upright Base Endcap 75 2 Frame Pivot Washer 76 4 Incline Nut 77 2 FrontWheel 78 2 Wheel Bolt 79 6 Base Pad 80 1 Catch Screw 81 1 Wire Hamess 82 1 Upright Base 83 1 Incline Motor Plate 84 1 Incline Motor Shield 85 1 4 CableTie 86 1 Incline Optic Disk 87 1 23 Cable Tie 88 1 Incline Motor 89 8 Belly Pan Screw 90 1 Sensor Housing Shim 91 2 Photo Switch Wire 92 1 Frame 93 1 Right Endcap 94 1 Left Endcap 95 2 Endcap Pad 96 1 Motor Controller Wire 97 2 _ Rear Roller Adjust Bolt 98 1 Latch Decal 99 2 Mid Platform Screw 100 1 Electronics Shield R1298A Key No Qty Description 101 6 Wheel Washer 102 1 Electronics Cover 103 2 Roller Guard 104 8 Console Screw 105 1 Catch Nut 106 Caution Decal 107 1 Optic Switch Washer 1 8 Black Wire WF 1 4 Black Wire 2F 1 20 White Wire 2 F 1 4 White Wire WF 1 14 Blue Wire M F 1 4 Blue Wire 2 F 1 8 Red Wire WF 1 4 Green F Ring 1 Users Manual Includes all parts shown in the box For more information about the optional pulse kit see page 15 These parts are not illustrated Specifications are subje
7. demand on the heart to pump blood to the muscles and on the lungs to oxygenate the blood For aerobic exercise keep your heart rate near the middle of your training zone as you exercise WORKOUT GUIDELINES Each workout should include three parts 1 a warm up 2 training zone exercise and 3 a cool down Warming Up Begin each workout with five to ten minutes of stretching and light exercise to warm up A proper warm up increases your body temperature heart rate and circulation in preparation for exercise Training Zone Exercise After warming up increase the intensity of your exercise until your heart rate is in your training zone for 20 to 30 minutes Breathe regu lariy and deeply as you exercise never hold your breath Cooling Down End each workout with five to ten minutes of stretching to coo down This will develop muscle flexibility and will help to prevent post exercise 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 complete 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 19 REMOVE THIS EXPLODED DRAWING AND PART LIST FROM THE USER S MANUAL SAVE THIS EXPLODED DRAWING AND PART LIST FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Note Specifications are subject to change without not
8. interfere with heart rate readings If the hand pulse sensor is not used correctly three dashes will appear repeatedly in the PULSE display but your heart rate will not be shown Do not hold the metal contacts too tightly doing so may interfere with heart rate readings Continue to hold the contacts for about 15 seconds for the most accurate heart rate reading For optimal performance of the hand pulse sensor keep the metal contacts clean The contacts can be cleaned with a soft cloth never use alcohol abrasives or chemicals OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT 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 use a surge suppressor with your treadmili see drawing 1 at the right Surge suppressors are sold at most hardware stores and department stores Use only a sing
9. the convenience of your home From the advanced console to the ultra soft walking belt the SOFTSTRIDER EX is designed to make each workout more effective and enjoyable And when you re not exercising the SOFTSTRIDER EX can be folded away taking less than half the space of conventional treadmills For your benefit read this manual carefully before using the SOFTSTRIDER EX treadmill lf you have Water Bottle Holder Cushioned Walking Belt for maximum exercise comfort Foot Rail BACK Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts additional questions please call our toli free HELPLINE at 1 800 736 6879 Monday through Saturday 7 a m until 7 p m Central Time excluding holidays To help us assist you please note the prod uct model number and serial number before calling The model number of the treadmill is 831 297871 The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill see the front cover of this manual for the lo cation Before reading further please review the drawing below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are labeled Accessory Tray Book Holder Switch Circuit Breaker Cord RIGHT SIDE Water bottle is not included ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two people Place the treadmili in a cleared area and remove all packing materials Do not dis pose of the packing materials until assembly is completed No tools are required 1 With the help of a second person carefully raise the
10. the pro gram will be stored in memory To use the program again see HOW TO USE THE LEARN 1 AND LEARN 2 PROGRAMS on page 14 When the program is completed remove the key Make sure that the incline of the treadmill is at 2 The incline must be at 2 when the treadmill is folded to the storage position or the treadmill will be damaged Remove the key from the con sole and put it in a safe place In addition move the on off switch to the off position see page 9 13 14 A Insert the key fully into the console See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 9 Select the Learn 1 or Learn 2 program To select the Learn 1 or Learn 2 program the MANUAL indicator or a program indicator must be flashing If neces sary hold down the PAUSE STOP button for two seconds until the MANUAL indicator is flashing Next press the SELECT or button repeatedly until the Learn 1 or Learn 2 program indicator is flashing Then press the ENTER button Note When you are familiar with the console you may go directly to step 5 While learning to use the console please read all steps Enter your weight if desired When the Leam 1 or Learn 2 program is selected a weight setting will begin to flash in the CALORIES FAT CALO RIES display If your weight is entered into the console the CALORIES FAT CALORIES display will be more accurate if you do not want to enter your weight or if you have already enter
11. EARN button The Leam 1 or Leam 2 indicator will begin to flash rapidly Speed and incline settings can be repro grammed only when the indicator is flashing rapidiy Next adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill with the SPEED and INCLINE buttons When the current one minute period of the pro gram is completed the new speed and incline set tings will be stored in memory When you have re programmed speed and incline settings for as many one minute periods as desired press the LEARN button again Follow your progress with the five displays Refer to step 7 on page 10 When the program is completed remove the key Make sure that the incline of the treadmill is at 2 The incline must be at 2 when the treadmill is folded to the storage position or the treadmiil will be damaged Remove the key from the con sole and put it in a safe place In addition move the on off switch to the off position see page 9 The console features an information mode that keeps track of the total time and distance accumulated on the your workouts for hands free heart rate monitoring To treadmill The information mode also allows you to purchase the chest pulse sensor please call toll switch the console from miles per hour to kilometers free 1 800 201 2172 per hour An optional chest pulse sensor can be wom during To select the information mode hold down the PAUSE STOP button while inserting the key into the console
12. INER PROGRAMS on page 15 R LEARN Button This button Is used to program the Learn 1 and Learn 2 programs Make sure that the orvoff switch located on the front of the treadmill is in the on position Next make sure that the power cord is properly plugged in see page 7 Note If the key is in the console when the power cord is plugged in the letters PO will flash in the CALORIES FAT CALORIES display If this occurs remove the key Step onto the foot rails of the treadmill Find the clip at tached to the key and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothing Next insert the key fully into the console The MANUAL indicator will begin to flash all other indicators and displays will remain dark 10 Insert the key into the console See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 9 Note When you are familiar with the console you may go directly to step 5 While learning to use the console please read all steps Select the MANUAL mode When the key is inserted the MANUAL indicator will begin to flash To select the manual mode press the ENTER button while the MANUAL indi cator is flashing Note If a program has been selected hold down the PAUSE STOP button for two seconds until the MANUAL indicator is flashing Enter your weight If desired When the manual mode is selected the TIME display will light and a weight setting will begin to flash in the CALO RIES FAT CALO
13. R button Note When you are familiar with the console you may go directly to step 6 While learning to use the console please read all steps Enter your welght if desired When a program is selected a welght setting will begin to flash in the CALORIES FAT CALORIES display If your weight is entered into the console the CALORIES FAT CALORIES display will be more accurate If you do not want to enter your weight or if you have already entered your weight press the ENTER button If you want to enter your weight press the SELECT buttons When the correct weight is shown press the ENTER button 11 12 4 Enter your age if desired See step 4 on page 10 B Adjust the maximum incline or speed setting If you selected the Incline 1 program After an age setting is entered a number will begin to flash in the DISTANCE INCLINE display This number shows the maximum incline that the tread mill will reach during the program The maximum incline setting can be from 5 to 10 If you want to adjust the maximum incline setting press the SELECT buttons Then press the ENTER button If you selected the Speed 1 Speed 2 or Speed 3 program After an age setting is entered a number will begin to flash in the SPEED display This number shows the maximum speed that the walking belt will reach during the program The maximum speed setting can be from 4 mph to 10 mph If you want to change the maximum speed s
14. RIES display lf you enter your weight into the console the CALORIES FAT CALORIES display will be more accurate BED CALORIES Far cats if you do not want to enter your weight press the ENTER button To enter your weight press the SELECT buttons Each time a button is pressed the weight setting will change by 1 pound If a but ton is held down the weight setting will change in increments of 5 pounds When the correct weight is shown press the ENTER button Once your weight is entered it will be saved In memory Enter your age if desired After a weight setting is entered an age setting will begin to flash in the PULSE display Itis not necessary to enter your age unless you use the optional chest pulse sensor and an optional pulse program PULSE PuLsE if you do not want to enter your age press the ENTER button If you want to enter your age press the SELECT buttons Each time a button is pressed the age setting will change by 1 year Ifa button is held down the age setting will change in increments of 5 years When the correct age is shown press the ENTER button Once your age Is entered it will be saved in memory Press the START button or the SPEED button 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 change the speed of the walking belt as desired with the SPEED buttons Each ti
15. ULSE When you are finished exercising stop the walking belt and remove the key Step onto the foot rails and press the PAUSE STOP button Next change the incline of the treadmill to 2 The incline must be at 2 when the tread mill is folded to the storage position or the treadmill will be damaged Remove the key from the console and put it in a secure place Move the on off switch to the off position see page 9 The Incline 1 program automatically controls the incline of the treadmill as it guides you through an effective workout the Speed i Speed 2 and Speed 3 programs automatically contro the speed of the treadmill The program profiles printed on the console show how the incline or speed will change during each program Note If the optional chest pulse sensor is used the Speed 2 and Speed 3 programs become pulse pro grams refer to the instructions accompanying the chest pulse sensor Follow the steps below to use the incline program or a Speed program Insert the key fully into the console See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 9 A Select the desired program T select a program the MANUAL indicator or a program Indicator must be flashing If necessary hold down the PAUSE STOP but ton for two seconds until the MANUAL indicator is flashing Next press the SELECT or button repeatedly until the Incline 1 Speed 1 Speed 2 or Speed 3 program indicator is flashing Then press the ENTE
16. at or to strengthen your cardiovascular system you can tailor your exercise to your specific goals The key to achieving the desired results is to exercise with the proper intensity As you exercise your heart rate should be kept at a level be tween 70 and 85 of your maximum possible heart rate This is known as your training zone You can find your training zone in the table below Training zones are listed according to age and physical condition TRAINING ZONE Beats Min Unconditioned Conditioned 138 167 130 158 134 162 132 161 127 155 125 153 127 155 122 149 121 147 119 145 118 144 117 142 70 75 122 147 To measure your heart rate during your workouts use the hand pulse sensor or the optional chest pulse sen sor see page 5 Burning Fat To bum 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 energy Only after the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy If your goal is to burn fat keep your heart rate near the low end of your training zone as you exercise 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
17. ay a If error code E1 E2 or appears in the SPEED display remove the key wait for ten seconds and then reinsert it If the error code appears again call our Customer Service Department Do not operate the treadmill until the problem is corrected Error code E4 may appear in the SPEED display if the walking belt is moving at a slow speed and there is excessive stress on the motor If this occurs remove the key wait for ten seconds and then reinsert it If you weight over 200 pounds it may also be helpful to increase the incline of the treadmill If the error code ap pears again call our Customer Service Department Do not operate the treadmill until the problem is corrected 6 The walking belt becomes soiled a Use a color fast upholstery cleaner to clean the walking belt Test the cleaner on a small area before cleaning the entire belt 7 Bubbles form in the walking belt a Due to variations in humidity and temperature there is a possibility that bubbles may form in the walking belt Although the bubbles will disappear with time you may unplug the power cord carefully insert a needle into the bubbles and push the air out of the bubbles CONDITIONING GUIDELINES The following guidelines will help you to plan your exer cise program For more information about exercise consult your physician or obtain a reputable book EXERCISE INTENSITY Whether you want to bum f
18. ct to change without notice R1298A EXPLODED DRAWING Model No 831 297871
19. ding 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 CONSOLE OPERATION D LLL Lay Note if there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console remove it The console also offers four preset workout programs One program automatically controls the incline of the treadmill and the other three programs contro the speed of the treadmill as they guide you through effec tive workouts You can even create your own workout programs and store them in memory for future use In addition the console features exclusive Personal Trainer programs Simply mail the included personal profile to E Coach A personal trainer will send you instructions for selecting a Personal Trainer program designed to help you reach your specific fitness goals An optional chest pulse sensor adds even more features to the console The chest pulse sensor continuously monitors your heart rate during your workouts and adds two workout programs to the console one program for intensive fat buming and one for maximum cardiovascular benefits To purchase the optional chest pulse sensor refer to the card accompanying the treadmill
20. ed your weight press the ENTER button If you want to enter your weight press the SELECT buttons When the correct weight is shown press the ENTER button Enter your age if desired See step 4 on page 10 Press the START button A moment after the button is pressed the walking belt will begin to move Hold the handrails and begin walking During the first one minute period of the program the speed and incline of the treadmili will automati cally adjust to the first settings that programmed previously When the first one minute period is completed two tones will sound and the speed and incline of the treadmili will automatically adjust to the second settings that you programmed The program will continue in this manner until no time remains in the TIME display The walking belt will then slow to a stop and the program will be com pleted Note To stop the program for a moment press the PAUSE STOP button The displays will pause and the TIME display will begin to flash To restart the program press the START button or the SPEED button To end the program at any time hold down the PAUSE STOP button for two seconds The console will then be in the same state as if the key had just been Inserted Note While the program is running the speed and incline of the treadmill can be adjusted with the SPEED and INCLINE buttons Adjustments will not be stored in memory To reprogram speed and in cline settings press the L
21. elt is off center or slips when walked on a li the walking belt has shifted to the lf the walking belt has shifted to the right If the walking belt slips when walked on left first remove the 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 treadmili for a few minutes Repeat until the walking belt is centered first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD Using the allen wrench turn the left rear roller adjustment bolt counterclockwise and the right bolt clock wise 1 4 of a turn each Be careful not to overtighten the walking beit Plug in the power cord Insert the key and run the treadmill for a tew minutes Repeat until the walking belt is centered first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD Using the allen wrench turn both rear roller adjustment bolts clock wise 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 in the power cord insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened 5 An error code E1 E2 E3 or E4 appears in the SPEED displ
22. etting press the SE LECT buttons Then press the ENTER button Press the START button or the SPEED button If you selected the Incline 1 program A moment after the START button or the SPEED button is pressed the walking belt will begin to move and the treadmili will adjust to the first incline setting of the program unless it is already at the first incline setting Hold the handrails and begin walking During the program the incline of the treadmili will periodically change as shown by the program pro file on the console The speed of the walking belt can be changed as desired during the program with the SPEED buttons The TIME display will show the time remaining in the program When no time remains the walking belt will slow to a stop and the program will be completed Note If the program is too easy or too difficult the current incline setting can be adjusted with the IN CLINE buttons To stop the program for a moment press the PAUSE STOP button The displays will pause and the TIME display will begin to flash To restart the program press the START button or the SPEED button To end the program at any time hold down the PAUSE STOP button for two seconds The console will then be in the same state as if the key had just been inserted If you selected the Speed 1 Speed 2 or Speed 3 program A moment after the START button or the SPEED button is pressed the walking belt will begin to move Hold the hand
23. he speed range is 0 5 mph to 10 mph I Key with Clip The key tums the console on and off The attached clip is designed to be worn on your waistband If the key is pulled from the con sole the power will automatically tum off J Operating Instructions These instructions list the basic steps of console operation K LED Displays The upper four displays provide continuous feedback of the elapsed time speed distance incline and the numbers of calories and fat calories you have burned The lower display shows your heart rate when the hand pulse sensor or the optional chest pulse sensor is used L MANUAL Program Indicators These indicators show when the manual mode is selected and when one of the workout programs is selected M Program Profiles These profiles show how the incline or speed of the treadmill will change during workout programs During the incline 1 program tor example the incline will gradually increase during the first half of the program and then gradually decrease during the last half N Personal Trainer Program Indicators These indica tors show when a Personal Trainer program is selected See PERSONAL TRAINER PROGRAMS on page 15 O SELECT Buttons These buttons are used to make various selections on the console ENTER Button This button is used to enter selec tions Q PERSONAL TRAINER Button This button is used to select Personal Trainer programs See PER SONAL TRA
24. ice For information about ordering replacement parts see the back cover of the User s Manual PART LIST Model No 831 297871 Key No Qty Description 1 1 Rear Roller 2 2 _ Center Isolator 2 Front Platform Screw 4 4 isolator 5 1 Left Platform Cushion 6 1 Walking Platform 7 Frame Pivot Bolt 8 38 Screw 9 2 Rear Platform Screw 10 5 Power Bracket Screw 11 6 Small Screw 12 2 Hood Bracket Screw 13 5 Cable Tie 14 1 Belly Pan 15 1 Hood 16 2 Frame Pivot Spacer 17 2 Platform Nut 18 1 Right Platform Cushion 19 1 Incline Leg 20 1 Shock 21 1 Front Roller Pulley 22 1 Walking Belt 23 1 Motor Tension Nut 24 1 Motor Star Washer 25 1 Motor Tension Washer 26 4 Motor Tension Bolt 27 1 Motor 28 1 Motor Belt 29 1 Pulley Flywheel Fan 30 5 Motor Pivot Nut Wheel Nut 31 1 Front Roller Adjust Bolt 32 3 Roller Adjust Washer 33 1 Motor Pivot Bolt 34 1 Front Roller Adjust Nut 35 1 Speed Optic Disk 36 1 Optic Switch Bracket 87 2 Optic Switch Bolt 38 1 Bracket Nut 39 2 Optic Switch 40 1 Optic Switch Star Washer 41 2 Optic Switch Nut 42 2 Hood Mount 43 3 Grommet 44 4 Plastic Stand Off 45 1 Power Cord Bracket 46 1 On Off Switch 47 1 Circuit Breaker 48 2 Handrail Endcap 49 1 Motor Pulley Fly Fan 50 2 Hood Bracket long Key No Qty Description 51 1 PowerSupply 52 1 Controller 53 1 PowerCordGrommet 54 1 PowerCord 55 1 Pulse Sensor Housing 56 2 Sensor Housing short 57 4 Hand Pulse Sensor 58 1
25. il the storage latch is past the catch 2 See the drawing at the top of this page Hold the treadmill 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 TROUBLE SHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the simple steps below If further assistance Is needed call our toll free HELPLINE at 1 800 736 6879 Monday through Saturday 7 a m until 7 p m Central Time excluding holidays f PROBLEM SOLUTION 1 The power doesnot 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 A 6 breaker wait for five minutes and then press the Tripped Reset switch back in d Check the on off switch located on the frame near the power cord The switch must be in the
26. in to move Hold the handrails and begin walking Press the LEARN button and program the desired speed and incline settings When the LEARN button is pressed the Leam 1 or Leam 2 indicator will begin to flash rapidly Speed and incline settings can be programmed only when the indicator is flashing rapidly Each program is divided into one minute periods One speed setting and one incline setting can be programmed for each period To program speed and Incline settings for the first period simply ad just the speed and incline of the treadmill as de _ sired with the SPEED and INCLINE buttons When the first one minute period is completed two tones will sound and the current speed and incline settings will be stored in memory Program speed and in cline settings for the second one minute period in the same way Repeat this procedure until you have programmed speed and incline settings for as many one minute periods as desired Programs can have up to forty periods Note To stop the program for a moment press the PAUSE STOP button The displays wili pause and the TIME display will begin to flash To restart the program press the START button or the SPEED button Hold down the PAUSE STOP button for two seconds When you have programmed speed and incline settings for as many one minute periods as desired hold down the PAUSE STOP button for two seconds The speed and incline settings that you have programmed and the length of
27. l and can be up to 40 minutes Jong The programs are stored in memory and can be changed as many times as desired Follow the steps below to use one of these programs Insert the key fully into the console See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 9 Select the Learn 1 or Learn 2 program To select the Learn 1 or Learn 2 program the MANUAL indicator or a program indicator must be flashing If neces sary hold down the PAUSE STOP button for two seconds until the MANUAL indicator is flashing Next press the SELECT or button repeatedly until the Learn 1 or Leam 2 program indicator is flashing Then press the ENTER button Note When you are familiar with the console you may go directly to step 5 While learning to use the console please read all steps Enter your weight if desired When the Learn 1 or Learn 2 program is selected a weight setting will begin to flash in the CALORIES FAT CALO RIES display If your weight is entered into the console the CALORIES FAT CALORIES display wiil be more accurate If you do not want to enter your weight or if you have already entered your weight press the ENTER button If you want to enter your weight press the SELECT buttons When the correct weight is shown press the ENTER button Enter your age if desired See step 4 on page 10 6 Press the START button or the SPEED button A moment after the button is pressed the walking belt will beg
28. le 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 This product must be grounded If it should malfunc 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 and a 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 on a nominal 120 volt circult and has a grounding plug that fooks 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 Surge Suppressor Grounding Pin Grounded Outlet Grounding Plug Grounded Outlet Box Adapter Surge Suppressor The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet drawing 1 can be installed by a qualified electrician The green colored rigid ear lug or the like exten
29. me a button is pressed the speed will change by 0 1 mph The speed range of the walking belt is 0 5 mph to 10 0 mph To stop the walking belt for a moment press the PAUSE STOP button The displays will pause the TIME display will begin to flash To restart the walking belt press the START button or the SPEED button Note To stop the walking belt and reset all displays hold down the PAUSE STOP button for two seconds The console will then be in the same state as if the Key had just been inserted Note When one of the SPEED buttons is pressed the SPEED display will show the selected speed setting for seven seconds The display will then show the actual speed of the walking belt Adjust the incline as desired To vary the intensity of your exercise the in cline of the treadmili can be changed with the INCLINE buttons Each time a button is pressed the incline will change by 0 5 The incline range is 2 to 10 Note After the INCLINE buttons are pressed it may take a moment for the treadmill to reach the selected incline setting When one of the INCLINE buttons is pressed the DISTANCE INCLINE display will show the incline setting for seven seconds Follow your progress with the LED displays TIME display This display shows the total i time that the walking G E belt has been moving TIME Note When a workout program is selected this display will show the time remaining in the program
30. on po On sition Position 2 The power turns off a Check the circuit breaker see c above If the circuit breaker has tripped during use 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 d above 3 The walking belt a Use only a single outtet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient slows when walked voltage surge suppressor TVSS The surge suppressor must have a UL sup on pressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules The surge suppressor must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and 15 amps o 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 tum both rear roller adjustment bolts counterclockwise 1 4 of a turn When the walking belt is properly 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 in the power cord insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts 17 PROBLEM SOLUTION 4 The walking b
31. rails and begin walking During the program the speed of the walking belt will periodically change as shown by the program profile on the console The incline of the treadmill can be changed as desired during the program with the INCLINE buttons The TIME display will show the time remaining in the program When no time remains the walking belt will slow to a stop and the program will be completed Note If the program is too easy or too difficult the current speed setting can be adjusted with the SPEED buttons To stop the program for a mo ment press the PAUSE STOP button The dis plays will pause and the TIME display will begin to flash To restart the program press the START button or the SPEED button To end the program at any time hold down the PAUSE STOP button for two seconds The console will then be in the same state as if the key had just been inserted Follow your progress with the LED displays See step 7 on page 10 When you are finished exercising remove the key Make sure that the incline of the treadmili is at 2 The incline must be at 2 when the treadmill is folded to the storage position or the treadmill will be damaged Remove the key from the con sole and put it in a safe place In addition move the on off switch to the off position see page 9 The Leam 1 and Leam 2 programs are workout pro grams that you create The programs control both the speed and the incline of the treadmil
32. your legs and keep your back straight As you raise the treadmiil make sure to lift with your legs rather than your back Raise 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 push the storage latch to the left Raise the treadmill until the storage latch snaps Into the catch Make sure that the storage latch ts Inside of 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 storage latch Is inside of the catch 1 Hold the handrails and place one foot on the base 2 Tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on the front 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 1 Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as shown Using your left hand push the storage latch to the left Pivot the treadmill unt
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