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Life Fitness 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Treadmill Service Manual

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2. DISTANCE Safe Speed Number of pulses Ooo 0202057 BURN faro sent to the gorom 23 CC controller El G EE EE EES Di INCLINE CALORIES eye pat G Incline NIA SIE e WATTS mn a TEST QUICK START is PRESS START equi feel PRESS SPEED LiFE FITNESS 1 800 736 3867 PRESS INCLINE 2 d ENTER WEIGHT ATLANTIC 49 89 3177 51 0 Press CLEAR to exit maintenance NOTE BEFORE BEGINNING THIS TEST CHECK TO SEE THAT THE TRACKING SENSOR SPRING IS IN THE PROPER POSITION ALONGSIDE THE STRIDING BELT The information that will be displayed in this mode is as follows Actual position of the striding belt is displayed in the INSTRUCTIONS window Total accumulated tracking motor ON time in minutes is displayed in the TIME window Total number of electrical pulses to motor are displayed in the MILES window Target speed indicated in SPEED window Target incline indicated in INCLINE window Activating tracking motor to shift the striding belt to the right is displayed on CALORIE HOUR LED Activating tracking motor to shift the striding belt to the left is displayed on TOTAL CALORIE LED Tests in the Automatic Tracking Diagnostics are as follows 1 Press the speed INCREASE DECREASE keys to en
3. Tests in the Waxing Control Diagnostics are as follows Press the ENTER key to start waxing operation Press the SPEED or NUMBER keys 10 enter a target speed Press the INCLINE DECLINE keys to enter a target incline Press the 0 key to stop the striding belt Press CLEAR to exit the Diagnostic Program or press Program Keys to enter another Diagnostic Accounting function Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills DIAGNOSTIC TESTS How To EXECUTE THE HEART RATE MONITORING MODE STOP INSTRUCTIONS HR gain high TIME weak HR signal from 5 90 hands on prompt or heart rate messages MILES N A HR received CAL HR from the HR monitor TOTAL CAL This test indicates if the heart rate program is operating properly TO ENTER INTO THE TEST TURN ON THE HEART RATE PROGRAM KEY PROGRAM PROFILE SPEED MPH PROGRAMS target speed e HILL RATE x FIT RANDOM TEST Waff UI Waff UI 0000 o MANUAL PAUSE INCLINE target incline press CLEAR to exit maintenance Use the STOP button to immediately end your workout 150 TIME HR gain high weak HR signal from 5 90 DISTANCE HR received CALORIES rom the HR monitor WATTS Han
4. INI Usb Life Fitness Model 9500HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills NOTES M3T1OMINO2 Pics Y M eu ea a n o Fi ET Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR without Telemetry Equipped Treadmills WIRING BLOCK DIAGRAM Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR with Telemetry Equipped Treadmills WIRING BLOCK DIAGRAM gen LIFT 7 MOTOR TRACKING uu MOTOR m mort EM E 256 v ERSON E CONTROLLER 96 750 mix Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills MODEL IDENTIFICATION and SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION Treadmill Model Identification MODEL 9500HR MODEL 9500HR with Telemetry Serial Number Location SERIAL NUMBER SECTION V Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills ESTIMATED REPAIR TIMES DESCRIPTION TIME IN MINS EMERSON CONTROLLER MN POPU UE LINECORD 15MN WAX FILLER KIT INS 15MN WALKING BELT FLIP DECK 7 90MIN DRIVE MOTOR ASSY 90MN DISPLAY ASSY __ ENTRY MODULE POWER 1 ____6 ONOFFSWTCH ADJUSTABLE LEG PAD ASSY 1 15 LIMTSWITCH TINSEL INSIDE S MIN FENDCAPALL4 15 STOP SWITCH ON DISPLAY BRUSH BELT CLEANING __ 15MIN CABLE ASSY ____ SO MIN
5. Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills Customer Support Services SERVICE MANUAL FCC Warning Possible Radio Television Interference NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures eReorient or relocate the receiving antenna eIncrease the space between the equipment and the receiver eConnect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than that to which the receiver is connected eConsult an exercise equipment dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 20775255 1995 Life Fitness All rights reserved The Life Fitness trademark is register the U S Patent and Trademark Office Certificate No 1 400 502 issued July 8 1986 FlexDeck Zone Trainer and Heart Rate Zone Training are trademarks of Life Fitn
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7. autowaxer stats and messages CAL HR TOTAL CAL PROGRAMS SPEED MPH target speed INCLINE target incline 415 718 CLEAR PAUSE press CLEAR to exit maintenance This test indicates the status of the waxing system TO ENTER INTO THE TEST TURN THE FIT TEST PROGRAM KEY Use the STOP button to immediately end your workout STOP TIME Number of hours since last waxing DISTANCE Waxing interval in hours Waxing duration in seconds o CALORIES WATTS Autowaxer stats and messages SPEED Target Speed INCLINE Target Incline QUICK START CAUTION PRESS START ENTER WEIGHT PRESS SPEED A LIFE FITNESS 1 800 735 3867 ATLANTIC 49 89 3177 51 0 PRESS INCLINE Press CLEAR to exit maintenance The information that will be displayed in this mode is as follows Percent of wax left in reservoir displayed in the INSTRUCTIONS window Number of times the wax pump has discharged displayed in INSTRUCTIONS window Hours since last waxing displayed in the TIME window Waxing duration displayed in the CALORIES window Waxing interval displayed in the MILES window Target speed indicated in SPEED window Target incline indicated in INCLINE window
8. 12 TELEMETRY HR KIT 8 DISPLAY CONSOLE 4 HAN D E DAR 5 a 6 DISPLAY WIRE HARNESS 7 STRIDING BELT 8 9 DECK eene 10 11 FRONT ROLLER 12 13 REAR ROLLER ROLLER BELT 14 15 TRACKING SENSOR SPRING ASSEMBLY 16 HANDRAIL FOOT 17 TRACKING MOTOR 18 LIFESPRINGS 19 DEBRIS BRUSH 20 WAX MOTOR PUMP ASSEMBLY 21 AER 22 23 Continued Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TABLE OF CONTENTS Continued SECTION III Continued How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE POWER MODULE EE 24 25 CONTROL CPU BOARD 26 27 LIFT ACTUATOR 28 29 DRIVE MOTOR 30 31 MOTOR 32 INDUCTOR ON THE EMERSON MOTOR 33 How To ADJUST AND TENSION THE STRIDING BELT csssscecsssesesseseeesseseeesseseeaeseceeseaeeeeseseeneaeseeneseaeeneaeaens 34 37 SECTION IV PARTS IDENTIFICATION e 1 5 WIRING DIAGRAMS eet 6 7 SECTION V MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION MODEL IDENTIFICATION and SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION EE 1 ESTIMATED REPAIR PREV
9. Step 9 Align the THREADED ROD to the COUPLER and fully insert Lube the SET SCREW with removable LOCKTITE and use a hex key wrench to retighten it Step 10 Reinstall the two RAILCAPS onto the MOUNTING RAILS using the two SCREWS and a standard screwdriver Step 11 Reverse steps 1 through 3 to return all parts to their proper positions 13 SECTION III Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE REAR ROLLER ROLLER BELT Tools Required Hex key wrench set socket and ratchet set torque wrench Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and by unplugging the machine at the electrical outlet Step 2 Use a hex key wrench to remove the three SCREWS from each of the REAR FRAME CAPS Step 3 Remove the STRIDING BELT See How To Leave the machine leaning on its left side Step 4 Remove the two SCREWS from the UPPER BRACKET of the ANTI STATIC CORD to the FRAME and move the CORD out of the way Hex Key Screw 6 Screw 2 Upper Bracket Anti Static Cord Transfer Pulley Adjustment Bolt Drive Motor Mounting Bolts 4 Lock Washer 2 Drive Motor Assembly Mounting Bolt 2 Rear Roller Guard Frame Step 5 Use a socket and ratchet wrench to loosen the four DRIVE MOTOR MOUNTING BOLTS and the ADJUSTMENT BOLT Step 6 Slide the DRIVE MOTOR ASSEMBLY towards the REAR ROLLER and loop the ROLLER BELT off the T
10. emm 607 sud G Screw 2 Mounting Rail i Threaded Rod Bushing Nylon Block Hex Key Screw 3 Step 4 Use a hex key wrench to loosen the SET SCREW nearest the worn FRONT ROLLER on the COUPLER connecting the TRACKING MOTOR to the FRONT ROLLER Step 5 The FRONT ROLLER is positioned at each end within a MOUNTING RAIL On the end of each MOUNTING RAIL is a RAIL CAP Remove the two SCREWS securing each of the CAPS in position Step 6 Slowly push the FRONT ROLLER away from the unit to disengage the THREADED ROD from the COUPLER NOTE BEFORE REMOVING THE THREADED ROD AND LINKAGE FROM THE ROLLER MEASURE THE NUT END OF THE ROD TO THE END OF THE NYLON BLOCK AS WELL AS THE BOLT HEAD TO THE NYLON BLOCK ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE THESE DIMENSIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED WHEN REINSTALLING THE ITEMS ON THE NEW FRONT ROLLER Continued Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills 12 How REMOVE AND REPLACE THE FRONT ROLLER Continued Step 7 Remove the remaining HARDWARE LINKAGE from the worn FRONT ROLLER and transfer it to the new FRONT ROLLER Once all of the hardware has been transferred remember to re establish the distance from the NUT END of the THREADED ROD to the end of the NYLON BLOCK and from the BOLT HEAD to the NYLON BLOCK on the new ROLLER Step 8 Position the new ROLLER assembly and carefully reinsert it into the ROLLER MOUNTING RAILS
11. 21 WAXBAGASSY 1 0K2602044000 TI 22 7 WAXPUMPASSY 2600445000 O 22A WAXTUBING30INCHES 1 07004587 22B BRASSSPRAYTIP 17 017000482 23 DECKSTIFFENER 0K2602082000 O 24 SHOCK ABSORBER 0K2601350000 25 DECKSCREWS INNER 001700101058 7 26 DECK WASHERS INNER 0017001040288 27 DECKSCREWS CORNER 7 0017001014046 28 DECK WASHERS CORNER 7 0017001040254 29 _ LIFESPRINGS 001700042080 30 TRANSFORMER ASSY AK2600414 000 31 POWERENTRYMODULEASS Y 26 00321 0005 31A CIRCUITBREAKER 5A 1 0017 00003 0687 7 31B CIRCUITBREAKER 3A 0017 00003 0700 7 31C ROCKERSW DPST 16A 0017000320180 32 LEGLEVELERWITHPAD 7 AK26 00222000 32A FOOTPAD 1 602040 33 BELTCLEANINGBRUSHKIT 1 X GK260000200200 7 34 __ 1 04400 35 REARROLLERBELT 1 ____0 26 01421 0000 7 36 NYLONSHAFT ENDBLOCK Threaded 0 26 01314 0000 7 37 _____ 7 1 6020500 7 38 HANDLEBAR ASS YW ELECTRODES 26 00440 0000 39 sTopswitcH 7 26000204 a RESISTOR LIMITER PCB ASS Y GK26 00002 0018 Continued Life Fitness Model
12. Q Actual speed indicated in INCLINE window Energy pulses being sent to motor from motor controller are displayed on CALORIE HOUR LED Q Actual speed and target speed matched are displayed on TOTAL CALORIE LED Tests in the Speed Control Diagnostics are as follows 1 Press the speed INCREASE DECREASE keys to enter target speed 2 Examine target and actual speed windows to verify equal speeds 3 Press the ENTER 0 key to stop the striding belt 4 Press CLEAR to exit the Diagnostic Program or press Program Keys to enter another Diagnostic Accounting function Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills DIAGNOSTIC TESTS How To EXECUTE THE MANUAL TRACKING CONTROL OPERATION TEST INSTRUCTIONS cumulative tracking TIME belt positioning motor on time in min essages SPEED MPH 1 dec on gt 10 min PROGRAMS target HILL HEART 4 5 number of pulses MILES RATE STO P sent to he controller INCLINE FIT RANDOM TEST 7 8 target CAL HR incline N A Manual muse Sal O TOTAL CAL PAUSE press CLEAR to exit maintenance This test indicates the position of the Striding Belt on the unit and allows the user to activate the Tracking Motor to center the Striding Belt TO ENTER INTO THE TEST TURN ON THE RANDOM AND MANUAL PROGRAMS Use the STOP button immedi
13. Refer to slowdown section Inspect the Rear Roller belt for proper tension Retension or realign as necessary Call Life Fitness Customer Support Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737 SECTION I Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Display Does Not Illuminate or Respond To Input Malfunction Probable Cause Corrective Action Display does not illuminate Insufficient power source Plug treadmill into a dedicated 120V 20 when machine is powered amp circuit on Turn power off for 30 seconds Turn power ON and within 30 seconds press 9 0 9 on the keypad Loose connection at display Check all electrical connections console or control board Pinched wire harness at the Secure connections at display console and base of the left handrail control board Faulty display console Reinstall Display console and handrail inspect for pinched harnesses Replace harness if damaged Faulty CPU control board Switch display console with another Life Fitness model 9500HR treadmill if available Replace display console Switch CPU control board with another Life Fitness model 9500HR treadmill if available After troubleshooting replace CPU board to original unit Replace CPU control board Call Life Fitness Customer Support Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TRO
14. CABLE ASSY DISPLAY FRAME ___ ___ SO MIN HANDRAIL BOTTOM FRONT GUARD 1 PINCH GUARD REAR W TINSEL 15 BELT TRACKING SENSOR ASSY SO MIN DECK amp CIRCUIT BREAKER 1 CROSSBAR 90 min includes belt and deck removal Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE TIPS SECTION V ITEM WEEKLY MONTHLY QUARTERLY BI ANNUAL ANNUAL Anti Static Cords INSPECT REPLACE Console Eme CLEAN 1 INSPECT no Sea Ge VACUUM INSPECT REPLACE NENNEN INSPECT _____ INSPECT Display Console CLEAN INSPECT Handlebar CLEAN ff INSPECT Handrail Handlebar INSPECT Bolts De Belt INSPECT Front Roller 71 INSPECT Rear Roller weer SPECT INSPECT INSPECT Guard INSPECT 7522 LM La INSPECT V INSPECT ______ wee pM Container INSPECT Leaks INSPECT INSPECT WaxRefil 2121 REPLACE Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills COMMUNICATING BY FAX If you would like to submit a parts order or if you need help troubleshooting a problem we have included for your convenience a FAX form on the following page Simply make a copy or copies of the FAX sheet and fill in the necessary information Yo
15. Wire Harness 4 Pin Connector Washer 6 Handlebar Screw 6 SECTION Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE HANDRAILS Tools Required Phillips screwdriver hex key wrench set socket and ratchet set Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and by unplugging the machine at the electrical outlet Step 2 Remove the DISPLAY CONSOLE See How Step 3 Remove the FOOT COVER from the HANDRAIL you wish to replace See How To Step 4 Loosen and remove the three SCREWS securing the HANDLEBAR FLANGE to the HANDRAIL you are replacing Step 5 To replace the RIGHT HANDRAIL simply remove the two BOLTS from the base of the worn HANDRAIL and lift it away from the machine Proceed to Step 7 To replace the LEFT HANDRAIL remove the two BOLTS from the base of the worn HANDRAIL and very carefully tilt the HANDRAIL away from the machine to allow removal of the HANDLEBAR HEART RATE WIRE HARNESS from the top of the HANDRAIL Slowly lift the HANDRAIL and unplug the 10 PINCONNECTORS located between the base of the HANDRAIL and the Treadmill FRAME Set the HANDRAIL down away from the machine Step 6 If you have removed the LEFT HANDRAIL carefully withdraw the DISPLAY WIRE HARNESS from the worn HANDRAIL and transfer it to the new HANDRAIL See How To Step 7 Transfer the DISPLAY CONSOLE BRACKET from the HANDRAIL being replaced to the new HANDRAIL by removin
16. above it Measure and note the distance from the NYLON BLOCK to the end of the slot or mark the decal if present to locate the current position of the NYLON BLOCK where it meets the threaded portion of the TENSIONING BOLT Step 4 Slacken the STRIDING BELT for removal by turning the BELT TENSIONING BOLT counter clockwise with a socket and ratchet wrench Step 5 Remove the two SCREWS securing the POWER CORD BRACKET to the FRAME Remove the POWER CORD BRACKET and unplug the POWER CORD Step 6 With the help of another person slowly tilt the unit on to the user left side for access to the underside Step 7 Remove the four SCREWS securing the REAR ROLLER GUARD to the FRAME Remove the GUARD and set it aside Step 8 Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the four SCREWS securing the RIGHT HANDRAIL FOOT COVER to the RIGHT HANDRAIL Remove the FOOT COVER Rear Frame Cap Right Handrail Screw 4 Foot Cover Hex Key Screw 3 Right Handrail 5 Bolt 2 Washer 2 gt gt Es Flat Washer 2 S f Belt Tensioning Bolt Screw 4 y Hex Key Screw 3 NEA Front Frame Rear Roller Guard Yd Front Belt s od Guard Power Cord Screw 2 E d Continued Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills 8 How AND REPLACE THE STRIDING BELT Continued Step 9 L
17. 5 To prevent damage to the CONTROL BOARD ground yourself to the machine with a disposable ANTI STATIC STRAP Continued 26 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE CONTROL CPU BOARD Continued Tools Required Standard screwdriver Step 6 Disconnect the seven CONNECTORS from the worn CONTROL BOARD taking note of their locations Step 7 With a standard screwdriver loosen and remove the six SCREWS from the CONTROL BOARD and remove the BOARD and BOARD SPACERS Step 8 While holding the new CONTROL BOARD in place reinsert the six SCREWS and BOARD SPACERS and tighten with a standard screwdriver Step 9 Reconnect all seven CONNECTORS to the new CONTROL BOARD Slide the CONTROL BOARD SHELF in place and push up on the three PLASTIC RIVETS snapping them in place Step 10 To lower the unit plug the LINE CORD into the electrical outlet and power unit ON at the ON OFF switch Press the START key when the unit is back at a zero percent incline press the CLEAR key Step 11 Find the new CONTROL BOARD software version by pressing 919 ENTER Press the Random and Fit Test Program lights to ON The DISPLAY will scroll through the stats note the control and logic versions Refer to chart for code combination needed to reset the WAX DELAY and ENTER wax counts recorded in step 1 NOTE THE WAX DELAY AND WAX COUNT INFORMATION IS VITAL FOR PROPER OPERATION AND LIFE OF THE STRIDIN
18. 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills PARTS IDENTIFICATION Continued THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE AVAILABLE BUT NOT SHOWN NS CBLASS Y EMERSONINTERFACE 7 __ 26 00295 0000 Continued SECTION IV Life Fitness Model 9500HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills PARTS DESCRIPTION Continued Continued Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills PARTS IDENTIFICATION Continued SECTION IV Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR without Telemetry Equipped Treadmills WIRING BLOCK DIAGRAM o E Ze jou 09 05 pus DU i oz 09 05 ae oW Ven a em 330 80 8 0A ANAI c dy oda f NOS33W3 puo en erapeiq epqou3 junao peeds sod sexed Maer 2 ssayd Waad euam bs av ament wun d A FINGOW s3MOd H341 ER ERODE 230 1258 EE ef
19. HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE TRACKING SENSOR SPRING ASSEMBLY Tools Required Standard Screwdriver Step 1 The unit must be at minimum of 5 0 incline to have access to the TRACKING SENSOR SPRING ASSEMBLY Perform the following procedure to achieve this Enter the Service Mode by Pressing the START key once Pressing the CLEAR key twice Pressing 919 on the numerical keypad MANUAL 919 if connected to Lifecenter Pressing the START key Press the HILL key so it s L E D is lit WARNING YOU ARE NOW IN THE SERVICE MODE PROGRAM ONLY PERFORM THE STEPS MENTIONED TO AVOID HARMING THE OTHER PROGRAMS Step 2 Press the INCLINE UP key until 5 096 appears in the INCLINE 96 window Step 3 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and then unplug the unit from the electrical outlet Step 4 With the help of another person slowly tilt the unit on to it s left side Step 5 With a standard screwdriver loosen and remove the four SCREWS which secure the ASSEMBLY to the FRAME of the treadmill Remove the worn TRACKING SENSOR SPRING ASSEMBLY Step 6 Disconnect the 6 PIN CONNECTOR leading to the worn TRACKING SENSOR SPRING ASSEMBLY 6 Pin Connector Step 7 Position a new TRACKING SENSOR Screw 4 SPRING ASSEMBLY in place reinsert the four SCREWS and tighten with a standard screwdriver Reconnect the 6 PIN CONNECTOR to the new ASSEMBLY Step 8 Wi
20. IN STEP 7 Step 4 Use a socket and ratchet wrench to loosen the four DRIVE MOTOR MOUNTING BOLTS Step 5 To remove the worn DRIVE MOTOR you must first reduce the tension on the ROLLER BELT by removing the ADJUSTMENT NUT BOLT and WASHER Step 6 Slide the DRIVE MOTOR ASSEMBLY towards the REAR ROLLER and loop the ROLLER BELT off the DRIVE MOTOR SPROCKET Step 7 Remove the lower two MOUNTING BOLTS and four WASHERS first then remove the two UPPER MOUNTING BOLTS and four WASHERS to completely remove the worn DRIVE MOTOR ASSEMBLY Step 8 Place the new DRIVE MOTOR ASSEMBLY into position and install the four MOUNTING BOLTS and eight WASHERS NOTE DO NOT TIGHTEN THESE BOLTS YET BECAUSE THE ADJUSTMENT BOLT NUT AND WASHER MUST BE REINSTALLED FIRST Step 9 Reconnect the 6 PIN CONNECTOR Continued 30 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE DRIVE MOTOR Continued Step 10 Place the ROLLER BELT over the DRIVE MOTOR SPROCKET Reinstall the ADJUSTMENT BOLT NUT and WASHER but do not overtighten as the ROLLER BELT must still be properly tensioned Step 11 Reinstall the STRIDING BELT and set the proper tension as demonstrated in the STRIDING BELT instruction Once the STRIDING BELT has been properly tensioned tighten the ADJUSTMENT BOLT on the DRIVE MOTOR ASSEMBLY with a wrench to a ROLLER BELT tension of 80 ft Ibs Step 12 Once the ROLLER BELT has been properly t
21. Once the belt reaches speed both LEDs should be on If this is the case both the control board and the motor controller are functioning Walk on unit for 5 minutes Note the condition of the LED s mentioned above If the Total Cal LED flashes on and off the striding belt needs to be changed due to wear on the belt or deck Faulty Emerson motor Switch the Emerson motor controller with controller another Life Fitness model 9500HR treadmill if available Replace motor controller Faulty CPU control board Switch the CPU control board with another Life Fitness model 9500HR treadmill if available Replace CPU control board Loose connection at drive Inspect main drive motor harness motor connections Loose drive motor belt Inspect main drive motor belt tension See How Broken weld on drive motor Inspect drive motor housing and housing tensioning bolt condition Replace if necessary Call Life Fitness Customer Support Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737 12 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Striding Belt Not Centered On Deck Malfunction Probable Cause Corrective Action Striding belt mis alignment Improper walking running Enter into tracking automatic in DIAGNOSTIC mode by pressing 9 1 9 ENTER Run machine for 3 4 minutes to observe possible belt tracking without a user on treadmill If message center displays Belt Within L
22. RT 26 00328 000 __________ 26 00464 0001 2 ENDCAPWITHPINSASS Y LT AK26 00329 0000 __________ 26 00464 0002 3 REARENDCAPRT AK26 00326 0000 26 00463 001 4 REARENDCAPLT 26 0037 400 26004630002 5 DECK 1 0K2601201003 6 3 PINCHGUARD 7 0K2601539000 2777 7 BOTTOMGUARD FRONT 0K2601288 0000 TI 0K26 02204 0000 LINE CORD 0017 00003 0693 Rem 9 LINECORDRETAINER 1 607300 7 10 CONTROL LOGIC PROG 1 A08492014 A002 1 084 92014 406 11 REARGUARDTINSELASS Y 26 00367 0000 na INS 0K2601591 000 _____ SPRING 6045000 12 STRIDINGBELT 1 602401 13 LIFTACTUATORASSY GK2600020014 O 13A NYLONWASHERS 17 0700024 7 138 072 23 777 1 017900228 _____ 130 CLEVISPIN 375X26 1 01700070259 7 14 HANDRAIL ENDCAP 0K26 012320000 7 26 01232001 15 7 CONTROLLER EMERSON 1 9 26 00002 003 TI GK26 00002 0034 OVERLAY BEZEL AK26 00598 0001 AK26 00610 0001 17 DRIVEMOTORASSY X SK2600408 001 _______17 DRIVEMOTORBELT 71 0K2601592000 18 REARROLLERASSY 260033000 19 FRONTROLLERASSY AK2600312000 O 20 TRACKING SENSOR 55 _____ 26 00409 0000
23. SCREWS three WASHERS and two NUTS securing the DEBRIS BRUSH to the BRACKETS NOTE INSPECT THE AREA BETWEEN THE STRIDING BELT FOR DEBRIS Step 4 Position the new DEBRIS BRUSH between the STRIDING BELT and FRAME Insert a SCREW and WASHER through the round hole first then the slotted hole at the other end Tighten the two SCREWS and NUTS with a Phillips screwdriver and a 5 16 wrench Step 5 Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to return all parts to their proper positions 20 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE WAX MOTOR PUMP ASSEMBLY Tools Required Socket and ratchet set wire cutting tool wire ties Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and then unplug the unit from the electrical outlet Wax Container Hose 1 A dara n 1 T BN F SEA rame ES 1 is a bg 225 Mounting Screws 5 2 Pin Connector Wax Motor Pump Assembly Step 2 Remove the STRIDING BELT See How To and DECK See How To Leave the unit on its left side Step 3 Disconnect the 2 PIN CONNECTOR leading to the WAX MOTOR PUMP ASSEMBLY Step 4 With your fingers remove the HOSE CLAMP on the barbed fitting leading to the WAX CONTAINER Remove the WAX CONTAINER HOSE and seal it off temporarily to prevent spillage Step 5 Use a socket to loosen and r
24. Tests in the Manual Tracking Diagnostics are as follows Press the speed INCREASE DECREASE keys to enter target speed Press the INCLINE UP key to activate the tracking motor so the striding belt will go to the right Press the INCLINE DOWN key to activate the tracking motor so the striding belt will go to the left Press the ENTER or 0 key to stop the striding belt Press CLEAR to exit the Diagnostic Program or press Program Keys to enter another Diagnostic Accounting function SECTION Il Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills DIAGNOSTIC TESTS How To EXECUTE THE AUTOMATIC TRACKING CONTROL OPERATION TEST INSTRUCTIONS cumulative tracking TIME belt positioning motor on time in min messages SPEED 2 on gt in 10 min PROGRAMS target speed MILES HILL HEART 4 5 number of pulses STOP sent to the controller INCLINE C RANDOM FIT 7 8 TEST target CAL HR incline N A Pause Sal TOTAL CAL PAUSE press CLEAR to exit maintenance This test indicates the position of the Striding Belt on the unit and automatically activates the Tracking Motor to center the Striding Belt TO ENTER INTO THE TEST TURN ON THE RANDOM PROGRAM Use the STOP button to immediately end your workout Belt positioning messages SPEED Target
25. and attempt to stall the STRIDING BELT If STRIDING BELT slips continue to Step 15 If STRIDING BELT does not slip stop and replace FRONT and REAR FRAME CAPS Step 15 Stop the treadmill turn the BELT TENSIONING BOLT 1 4 turn clockwise to tension not to exceed 1 full turn Allow TRACKING MOTOR time to adjust and center STRIDING BELT after each adjustment of BELT TENSIONING BOLT before attempting to stall the STRIDING BELT Repeat Steps 13 and 14 until STRIDING BELT no longer slips Replace FRAME CAPS CAUTION DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE BOLT OVERTIGHTENING OF BOLT MAY OVER STRETCH AND DAMAGE STRIDING BELT 37 SECTION III Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills NOTES 38 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills PARTS IDENTIFICATION and WIRING BLOCK DIAGRAMS Within Section IV you will find a parts listing and exploded views of the treadmill to make it as quick and easy as possible to identify what is a replaceable part When ordering parts call the toll free number to Life Fitness After Market Services provided on the Introduction page of this Manual or make a copy of the Order Form provided in Section V and order by FAX SECTION IV Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills PARTS IDENTIFICATION PART NUMBERS PART NUMBER ITEM SUB DESCRIPTION COMMON TO EXCLUSIVE TO ASS Y MODEL 9500HR TELEMETRY MODELS 1 ENDCAPWITHPINS ASSY
26. end cap Using the INCLINE keys on the keypad operate the tracking motor Does the nut on the end of the tracking screw turn Note nut should turn very slowly Check wire harnesses and repeat the above mentioned test If above mentioned procedure did not operate the tracking motor replace the tracking motor White nylon block Check for stripped threads Loose coupler screws Tighten coupler screws Striding belt needs to be Refer to belt tensioning procedure in re tensioned operation or service manual Call Life Fitness Customer Support Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737 SECTION Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Heart Rate System Does Not Respond Erratic Heart Rate Reading Malfunction Heart Rate System does not respond or improper heart rate reading or Reading Heart Rate appears in the message center for more than 2 minutes without giving heart rate reading Display reads a continuous heart rate reading when hands are removed Probable Cause Dirty handlebar sensors Inadequate contact with all four sensors User running over 4 5 mph 7 25kph User may have an unusual heart condition Older software revision on heart rate sensor board Loose connections at console and handlebar Faulty display console Faulty handlebar Sweat trails or cleaner residue will cause misreadings Harness wires p
27. or press Program Keys to enter another Diagnostic Accounting function Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills DIAGNOSTIC TESTS How To EXECUTE THE EEPROM MODE INSTRUCTIONS current eeprom TIME show EEPROM write count base address for current base address SPEED MPH 2 3 255 PROGRAMS target PROGRAM PROFILE speed number of pulses MILES 4 5 STO P sent to the INCLINE EST 7 8 target incline speed encoder CAL HR pulse count every 400 ms CLEAR PAUSE press CLEAR to exit maintenance TOTAL CAL This test indicates the amount of memory and allows for changes in the program times TO ENTER INTO THE TEST TURN THE HILL RANDOM AND FIT TEST PROGRAM KEYS TIME Use the STOP button Current eeprom Show EEPROM write count to immediately end base address for current base address SPEED your workout 3 255 Target Speed DISTANCE 9 n INCLINE c Number of pulses sent to the controller Dairy Speed encoder pulse count every 400 ins Target Incline CALORIES OWATTS QUICK START Consult a physician before using this PRESS START CAUTION onsu e equipment Stop exercising if you feel ENTER WEIGHT pain faint dizzy or short of bre
28. securing the TELEMETRY HEART RATE SENSOR COVER to the bottom of the CONSOLE PAN Step 3 Gently pull on the WIRE HARNESS protruding from the CONSOLE PAN to provide some slack in the line Remove the TELEMETRY HEART RATE RECEIVER from within the protective foam and unplug the RECEIVER from the receptacle on the WIRE HARNESS Step 4 Install the new TELEMETRY HEART RATE RECEIVER by reversing Steps 1 through 3 to return all parts to their proper position NOTE BE CAREFUL NOT TO PINCH ANY WIRES BETWEEN THE CONSOLE PAN AND THE TELEMETRY HEART RATE SENSOR COVER DURING INSTALLATION Console Pan Wire Harness Connectors Telemetry Heart Rate Receiver Telemetry Heart Rate Sensor Cover Screw 2 SECTION III Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE DISPLAY CONSOLE Tools Required Phillips screwdriver socket and ratchet set Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and by unplugging the machine at the electrical outlet Step 2 Remove the four SCREWS securing the CONNECTOR COVER to the bottom of the DISPLAY CONSOLE Step 3 Unplug the 10 PINCONNECTOR and the 4 PINCONNECTOR from the back of the DISPLAY CONSOLE Step 4 Remove the four SCREWS securing the DISPLAY CONSOLE to the HANDRAIL BRACKETS Step 5 Rest the new DISPLAY CONSOLE on the BRACKETS then install and tighten the four SCREWS in a criss cross pattern to secure it in place Do not ov
29. the SWITCH BODY with the flat side toward the BEZEL and tighten 1 8 of a turn past hand tight Torque 10 15 in lIbs CAUTION OVERTIGHTENING THE NUT MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE SWITCH BODY OR THE BEZEL Step 9 Bend each of the two LOCKING CLIP TABS of the LOCKING CLIP 90 degrees to secure the NUT into position and prevent it from rotating It may be necessary to back off the NUTslightly to insure that the tabs come in contact with a flat spot on the NUT The LOCKING CLIP TABS can sustain being bent several times to insure a tight lock Step 10 Insert the SWITCH into the SWITCH BODY taking special note to orient the two parts so the SWITCH PLUNGERS make contact upon assembly DO NOT bend the CONNECTOR TABS on the switch NOTE VERIFY THAT THE PLUNGERS ARE MAKING CONTACT BY PRESSING THE STOP BUTTON AND VISUALLY INSURING THEY TOUCH EACH OTHER A CLICKING SOUND WILL BE HEARD FROM THE SWITCH IF THE ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN INSTALLED PROPERLY Step 11 Reconnect the wiring being extremely careful not to bend or break the connecting tabs of the switch and reverse Steps 1 through 3 to return all parts to their proper position Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE TELEMETRY HR KIT Tools Required Phillips screwdriver Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and by unplugging the machine at the electrical outlet Step 2 Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen and remove the two SCREWS
30. 177 51 0 Press CLEAR to exit maintenance The information that will be displayed in this mode is as follows How long lift action has been on in minutes Displayed in TIME window Lift position counts displayed in INSTRUCTIONS window Speed encoder count displayed in CALORIES window Target incline indicated in SPEED window Actual incline indicated in INCLINE window NOTE INCLINE NUMBERS SHOULD BE EQUAL Tests in the Incline Control Diagnostics are as follows 1 Press INCLINE keys to target incline 2 Press the SPEED or NUMBER keys to enter a target speed 3 Press the ENTER 0 key to stop the striding belt 4 Press CLEAR to exit the Diagnostic Program or press Program Keys to enter another Diagnostic Accounting function Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills DIAGNOSTIC TESTS How To EXECUTE VIEWING OF USAGE STATISTICS speed HEART number of pulses MILES RATE 4 5 STO P sent to the controller INCLINE 9 Kei D INSTRUCTIONS N A TIME SPEED MPH geg TA terval target FIT RANDOM TEST target previous wax O CAL HR 5 5 incline interval CLEAR in hours O TOTAL CAL MANUAL PAUSE PAUSE 0 press CLEAR to exit maintenance This mode supplies statistics and code versions of the Treadmill TO ENTER INTO THE VIEWING OF USAGE STATISTICS TESTS
31. A SPECIFIED DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAM USE THE PROGRAM KEYS A PROGRAM KEY IS CONSIDERED ON WHEN ITS LED IS LIT OFF WHEN IT IS NOT LIT THE DISPLAY PROGRAM LED s SHOWN ON THESE EXAMPLES ARE OFF TO ENTER THE DIAGNOSTIC ACCOUNTING TEST 1 Press the START key once 2 Press the CLEAR key twice 3 Press the number keys 9 1 9 4 Press the ENTER key IF THE TREADMILL IS CONNECTED TO A LIFECENTER SYSTEM 1 Press the START key once 2 Press the CLEAR key twice 3 Press the MANUAL program key 4 Press the number keys 9 1 9 5 Press the ENTER key SECTION II Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills DIAGNOSTIC TESTS How To EXECUTE THE DISPLAY TEST INSTRUCTIONS cumulative main TIME display test prompts motor on time in hrs SPEED dec on in hrs X 10 PROGRAMS target HILL HEART RATE sent to the controller o FIT INCLINE 9 RANDOM TEST target speed encoder CAL HR E pulse coum every 400 TOTAL CAL MANUAL PAUSE MILES number of pulses incline 0000 press CLEAR to exit maintenance This test indicates if the Display is working properly TO ENTER INTO THE DISPLAY TEST TURN ON THE HILL AND RANDOM KEYS TIME Use the STOP button Cumulative main i to immediately end motor on time i
32. ACKING SENSOR SPRING is not captured on top of the STRIDING BELT Step 7 Go to Section A Steps 2 through 4 of the tensioning procedure CAUTION DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE BOLT OVERTIGHTENING OF BOLT MAY OVER STRETCH AND DAMAGE STRIDING BELT Continued 35 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To ADJUST AND TENSION THE STRIDING BELT Continued C Replacing the Striding Belt with a New Striding Belt Step 1 Remove the user RIGHT FRONT and RIGHT REAR FRAME CAPS Measure the distance from the WHITE NYLON BLOCK to the end of slot or mark the decal at the BLOCKS location Step 2 Relieving contact between the worn BELT and FRONT ROLLER will make BELT removal and replacement easier Use the Service Mode in the DISPLAY CONSOLE to relieve the contact Perform the following procedure to achieve this Enter the Service Mode by 1 Pressing the START key once 2 Pressing the CLEAR key twice 3 Pressing 9 1 9 on the numeric keypad MANUAL 9 1 9 if connected to Lifecenter 4 Pressing the START key 5 Pressing the RANDOM key 6 Pressing the MANUAL key This will activate the Manual Tracking Program and the L E D will read TM for TRACKING MANUALLY CAUTION YOU ARE IN THE SERVICE MODE PROGRAM ONLY PERFORM THE STEPS MENTIONED TO AVOID CHANGING OTHER PROGRAMS Step 3 Press the INCLINE DOWN key to activate the TRACKING MOTOR drawing the left side of the FRONT ROLLER inward Hold the key do
33. AR ROLLER GUARD to the FRAME Remove the GUARD and set it aside Step 6 At the location where the FRONT FRAME CAP was removed is the BELT TENSIONING BOLT The BOLT threads into a NYLON BLOCK which you can see through the slot in the FRAME above it Measure and note the distance from the NYLON BLOCK to the end of the slot or mark the decal if present to locate the current position of the NYLON BLOCK where it meets the threaded portion of the TENSIONING BOLT Continued 24 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE POWER MODULE Continued Step 7 Slacken the STRIDING BELT by turning the BELT TENSIONING BOLT counter clockwise with a socket and ratchet wrench Slide BELT down towards the floor Step 8 Using a standard screwdriver remove the two SCREWS securing the LINE CORD BRACKET and set aside Step 9 Remove six SCREWS securing the POWER MODULE to the FRAME Step 10 Remove the GROUNDING STRAP from the POWER MODULE flat Yellow Wire Step 11 Use a Standard screwdriver to pop the three PLASTIC RIVETS holding the CONTROL BOARD SHELF in place pull the SHELF down and towards you It is supported by hinges NOTE THE LOCATION OF ALL CONNECTORS AND WIRE TIES Step 12 Locate POWER MODULE CABLE and disconnect the 2 PIN CONNECTOR to TRANSFORMER and the 6 PIN CONNECTOR to CONTROL BOARD Step 13 With a 5 16 wrench loosen and remove the 7 s
34. ENTIVE MAINTENANCE TIPS d COMMUNICATING BY FAX Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Slowdown Belt slips during footfall or display reads Press Start to Resume or Note Max Speed Is Reduced To Malfunction Probable Cause Corrective Action Maximum speed is reduced User is exceeding desired Inform user on proper usage of treadmill speed for the striding belt See Operation Manual Unit has 3000 hours or 15000 Inspect belt and deck for excessive wear miles 24 150km or more Replace any defective part Belt Deck Malfunction Replace both deck and belt Use unused side of deck if available e Deck laminate is worn Update service menu See Diagnostics through Menu Underside of striding belt is glazed over hard glossy There is a large build up of wax excessive wax fills fingernails when scratching underside of belt Wax system malfunction Check for a spray pattern between 8 203 2mm and 16 406 4mm Check for a clean nozzle Check for any kinked hose lines Is the wax bag empty Has there been a leak in the wax system Is there any contamination in the wax Has anyone used the manual waxing mode to wax the belt Insufficient power source Plug treadmill into a dedicated 120V 20 Belt slips during footfall amp circuit See Operations Manual Incorrect tension of the striding Perform a stall test Retension
35. G BELT AND DECK MODEL REPLACE BELT AND DECK REPLACE CPU REFILL WAX BAG TO FIRE WAX PUMP TR9500HR Software Version Reset Stats Turn Wax Delay ON Turn Wax Delay OFF Press 919 ENTER Press 101 Press 101 ENTER Press 101 ENTER ENTER Hill Hill Random and Fit Test Hill Random and Fit Test Fit Test program program lights ON program lights ON light ON ENTER Press 125 ENTER Display will read FILL WAXER FULL control 14 9 or earlier SECTION III logic 13 0 or earlier Display will scroll through to WAX DELAY OFF Press Press 1 New Belt Deck Press 2 New CPU Press 3 Belt Deck CPU If 2 or 3 are used enter previous Wax Counts Display will scroll through to WAX DELAY ON Press Speed up or down key to toggle WAX DELAY OFF Press 8228 ENTER Press 1 New Belt Deck Press 2 New CPU Press 3 Belt Deck CPU If 2 or 3 are used enter previous Wax Counts Press ENTER Press 5125 ENTER Display will read FILL WAXER FULL Press ENTER Press 7373 ENTER To Find Software Version Press 919 ENTER Random and Fit Test Program lights ON Display will scroll through to control and logic To Find Previous Wax Counts Press 919 ENTER Fit Test Program light ON Previous Wax Counts must be entered manually Diagnostic 919 ENTER Unplug wax pump and fire pump until count is correct NOTE Treadmills with software earlier then 15 0 control and logic To get the w
36. Hex key wrench set socket and ratchet wrench set NOTE 5 EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT THE TREADMILL LEVELING LEGS BE CORRECTLY ADJUSTED PRIOR TO ANY TRACKING ADJUSTMENTS SEE THE LEVELING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE OPERATION MANUAL AN UNBALANCED UNIT MAY CAUSE STRIDING BELT MISALIGNMENT This instruction is to be followed when A Tensioning the Existing Striding Belt B Re tensioning the Existing Striding Belt after Removal C Replacing the Striding Belt with a New Striding Belt CAUTION DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE TENSIONING BOLTS WHILE MAKING BELT ADJUSTMENTS OVERTIGHTENING OF BOLTS MAY OVER STRETCH AND DAMAGE STRIDING BELT AS WELL AS PLACE AN UNNECESSARY LOAD ON THE ROLLER BEARINGS A Tensioning the Existing Striding Belt Step 1 Remove the user right FRONT FRAME CAP to access the belt tensioning bolt Measure the distance from the NYLON BLOCK to the end of the slot or mark the decal at the BLOCKS location Step 2 Enter the Manual Program and run unit for five minutes the first two minutes at 5 0 m p h 8 k p h Step 3 Reduce the belt speed to 2 0 m p h 3 2 k p h Tightly grasp the HANDRAILS and attempt to stall the STRIDING BELT If STRIDING BELT slips continue to Step 4 If STRIDING BELT does not slip stop and replace FRAME CAPS Step 4 Stop the treadmill turn the BELT TENSIONING BOLT 1 4 turn clockwise to tension not to exceed 1 full turn Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until belt no longer slips Repeat adjustments unti
37. Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Malfunction Knocking sound at rear of machine Knocking sound coming from deck Rubbing sound from underneath machine Squeaking noise at footfall Loud groaning sound heard from front of machine while elevating Loud groaning on footfall Probable Cause Faulty rear roller bearings Faulty drive motor bearings Worn deck corner rubber mounts Loose deck bolts Foreign objects may be stuck underneath the machine Rear tinsel guard may be bent Front roller guard may be bent broken or not secured Loose deck Life Spring may be misaligned Drive motor belt may be worn or damaged Drive motor belt tensioner pin may be squeaking Faulty lift motor High deck and belt friction Rear Roller belt may be under tensioned or misaligned Symptom Noisy Treadmill Corrective Action Replace rear roller assembly Replace drive motor assembly Replace as necessary any corner rubber mount Tighten any loose deck bolts Inspect underneath belt and machine and remove any debris or accumulation on debris brush Bend guard away from belt or replace if damaged Reattach or replace guard Tighten deck screws Reposition or replace old style deck stiffener Replace drive motor belt Spray pin with lubricant Lubricate lift actuator with a dry lubricant Replace lift actuator if noise continues
38. NTIRE ASSEMBLY FROM THE TREADMILL AND SET ASIDE Step 6 Use two 7 16 wrenches to loosen and remove the four BOLTS and NUTS securing the two BRACKETS through the WAX CONTAINER into the TRAY Step 7 Lift the worn WAX CONTAINER with attached HOSE out of the TRAY and replace it with new WAX CONTAINER and HOSE assembly NOTE THE WAX CONTAINER HOSE LENGTH VARIES IN THE MODEL 9500 SERIES ROUTE THE HOSE THROUGH THE HOLE IN THE TRAY BEFORE INSTALLING THE COVER Nut 4 Jus Wax Container Tray Frame Washer 4 Ba Bolt 4 Bracket _ ibo e Cover e Washer 4 Mounting Bolts 4 Continued 22 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE WAX CONTAINER Continued NOTE THE NEW WAX CONTAINER DOES NOT REQUIRE THE TWO BRACKETS DISCARD AND USE THE TWO WASHERS Step 8 Align the two WASHERS with the holes in the new WAX CONTAINER and insert the two BOLTS through both items Secure the two items to the TRAY with the two NUTS and tighten them with the two 7 16 wrenches Step 9 Place the COVER over the new WAX CONTAINER and position the entire assembly in the treadmill FRAME Reinstall the four MOUNTING BOLTS and tighten them with the 7 16 wrench Step 10 Connect the new WAX CONTAINER HOSE to the BARBED FITTING and press the HOSE CLAMP tightly over the connection NOTE THIS IS NORMALL
39. New Striding Belt 25 SECTION III Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE CONTROL CPU BOARD Tools Required Standard screwdriver WARNING FAILURE TO OBSERVE SAFE PROCEDURES WHEN SERVICING THIS UNIT COULD RESULT IN INJURY FROM ELECTRICAL SHOCK Step 1 The current WAXING information on the existing CONTROL BOARD must be recorded for later transfer to the new CONTROL BOARD Proceed as follows A Enter into the SERVICE MENU by pressing 919 ENTER MANUAL 919 ENTER if connected to Lifecenter B Record the Treadmill TOTAL MILES KILOMETERS and HOURS for your own records This information can not be transferred to the new CPU BOARD c Press the FIT TEST PROGRAM The DISPLAY CONSOLE will show the NUMBER OF TIMES WAXED and the PERCENTAGE OF WAX REMAINING Record this information for transfer to the new CONTROL BOARD Press STOP or CLEAR to exit the SERVICE MENU Screw Connector Screw Connector Screw Board Spacer 6 EX usw Plastic Rivet 3 Connector Control Board Control Board Shelf Step 2 Raise the INCLINE of the Treadmill to allow easier access to the CONTROL BOARD Step 3 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and by unplugging the machine at the electrical outlet Step 4 Use a standard screwdriver to pop the three PLASTIC RIVETS holding the CONTROL BOARD SHELF in place Pull the SHELF down and towards you to lower it on its hinges Step
40. RANSFER PULLEY Step 7 Remove the four SCREWS securing the REAR ROLLER GUARD to the FRAME Remove the GUARD and set it aside Step 8 Use a socket and ratchet wrench to loosen and remove the two MOUNTING BOLTS and four WASHERS securing the worn REAR ROLLER to the FRAME Continued Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills 14 How AND REPLACE THE REAR ROLLER ROLLER BELT Cont Step 9 Place the new ROLLER BELT over the TRANSFER PULLEY Step 10 Position the REAR ROLLER in place and loop the ROLLER BELT over the drive end of the REAR ROLLER reinsert the two MOUNTING BOLTS and the four WASHERS and tighten with a socket and ratchet wrench to 20 25 ft Ibs of torque Step 11 Slide the DRIVE MOTOR ASSEMBLY back into position check set gauge Step 12 Reinstall the STRIDING BELT and set the proper tension See How To according to instructions Once the STRIDING BELT has been properly tensioned tighten the ADJUSTMENT BOLT on the DRIVE MOTOR ASSEMBLY with wrench to a ROLLER BELT tension of 80 ft Ibs Step 13 Once the ROLLER BELT has been properly tensioned tighten the four MOUNTING BOLTS on the new DRIVE MOTOR to a torque of 28 30 1 165 Step 14 Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to return all parts to their proper positions Step 15 Complete the installation of the FRAME CAPS and the FRONT AXLE The unit is now ready for use 15 SECTION III Life Fitness Model 9500 Series
41. TE THE INCLINE CONTROL TEST INSTRUCTIONS cumulative lift motor TIME time based lift count on time in min dec SPEED MPH 1 2 gt 10 target incline number of pulses MILES E 4 5 STO P sent to the controller INCLINE TEST actual Z 8 N A CAL HR 5 incline CLEAR TOTAL CAL PAUSE 0 press CLEAR to exit maintenance This test indicates if the unit is reaching or lowering to the user s chosen level TO ENTER INTO THE INCLINE CONTROL TEST TURN ON THE HILL PROGRAM KEY Use the STOP button ima i to immediately end Time based lift count SPEED your workout Target Incline DISTANCE Number of pulses el sent to the 222262020207 controller 2222222 INCLINE SS 0 Jo CALORIES rrr EET coco Incline NIA 272 Sut OWATTS OJOOOOOOs o cm QUICK START CAUTION Consult a physician before using this PRESS START equipment Stop exercising if you feel ENTER WEIGHT pain faint dizzy or short of breath PRESS SEED 5 LIFE FITNESS 1 800 735 3867 PRESS INCLINE ATLANTIC 49 89 3
42. TURN ON THE RANDOM AND FIT TEST PROGRAM KEYS TIME Use the STOP button to immediately end NIA SPEED your workout groet d DISTANCE E Number of pulses Si ees BURN peo sent to the Lm C OC OC controller Tell INCLINE S Incline D ANUA L3 Coy LGS Previous wax CALORIES 0 L2 G3 c ccm c co interval in hours ER RE OWATTS LC OC QUICK START it a physician before using this PRESS START equipment Stop exercising if you feel ENTER WEIGHT pain faint dizzy or short of breath PRESS SPEED LIFE FITNESS 1 800 735 3867 PRESS INCLINE 2 ATLANTIC 49 89 3177 51 0 Press CLEAR to exit maintenance The information that will be displayed in this mode is as follows Statistics and software code version displayed in the INSTRUCTIONS window Speed encoder count displayed in CALORIES window Speed pulse count displayed in MILES window Target speed indicated in SPEED window Target incline indicated in INCLINE window SECTION Il Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills DIAGNOSTIC TESTS How To EXECUTE THE WAXER CONTROL TEST number of TIME hours since last waxing MILES in hours waxing duration in seconds INSTRUCTIONS
43. UBLESHOOTING GUIDE Malfunction Unit resets randomly Probable Cause Insufficient power source Line cord improperly seated in electrical outlet Damaged line cord Towel or magazine may be making contact with stop switch while user is running Pinched wire harness at the base of the left handrail Stop switch cover is missing Stop switch is activated with very light pressure or returns very slowly after being pressed Loose connection at stop switch or display faceplate Loose connection at console assembly Case ground on treadmill is open Stop switch relay connection is faulty Loose connections at CPU control board and display Symptom Unit Resets Randomly Corrective Action Plug treadmill into a dedicated 120V 20 amp circuit Inspect power connection at outlet and at machine for proper contact Replace line cord Move possible obstructions off display console and handlebar Reinstall Display console and handrail inspect for pinched harnesses Replace harness if damaged Replace stop switch Replace stop switch Secure connections Secure connections Check contact points for proper ground connections Contact Aftrer Market Services for procedure instructions Replace stop switch Secure connections at CPU control board and display SECTION Call Life Fitness Customer Support Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telem
44. Y AN OPPORTUNE TIME TO INSPECT THE WAX SPRAY NOZZLE PRESS THE SPRAY NOZZLE IN AND TWIST IT 1 4 TURN TO REMOVE CLEAN WITH WARM WATER OR REPLACE THE SPRAY NOZZLE AS DEEMED NECESSARY Step 11 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to return all parts to their proper positions 23 SECTION III Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE POWER MODULE Tools Required Standard screwdriver 5 16 wrench scribe socket and ratchet set WARNING FAILURE TO OBSERVE SAFE PROCEDURES WHEN SERVICING THIS UNIT COULD RESULT IN INJURY FROM ELECTRICAL SHOCK Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and then unplug the unit from the electrical outlet Step 2 With the help of another person slowly tilt the unit on its right side 2 Pin Connector Screw 6 Pin Connector Power Module Cable Motor Controller Anti Static Cord Bracket Mounting Screw Power Module Left Front End Cap 1 S es oec N Grounding Hex Key Strap Screw Front Roller Front Roller Guard Control Board Rear Roller Guard dud Control Board Shelf v aci Striding Belt v Belt Tensioning Bolt Step 3 Ground yourself to the machine with a disposable anti static strap Step 4 Using a hex key wrench remove the three SCREWS from each of the RIGHT and LEFT FRONT END CAPS Remove the FRONT BELT GUARD Step 5 Remove the four SCREWS securing the RE
45. and bag Wax bag is pinched or torn Replace wax bag Pump does not shut off wax Replace wax pump passes through pump and drips slowly from nozzle Call Life Fitness Customer Support Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Display reads Belt Beyond Limits or Notify Maintenance Belt Tracking Error or Belt Comes In Contact With Frame and End Caps Malfunction Probable Cause Corrective Action The belt is traveling beyond Tracking sensor is not along Inspect position of tracking sensor and the tracking limits edge of belt or is stuck align with edge of belt underneath belt Tracking sensor spring is Replace tracking sensor spring damaged or bends easily Fault tracking sensor Enter tracking diagnostics 9 1 9 ENTER press RANDOM Manually move tracking sensor spring note if display does not read Belt Too Far Left Too Far Right Belt Within Limits or Belt Beyond Limits Check wire harness connections and try the above test again If above mentioned message did not appear replace tracking sensor assembly Deck or Belt is worn out Replace Belt and Deck Faulty tracking motor Center belt according to belt centering technique described in technical manual See How to Replace Striding Belt Enter tracking manual diagnostics 9 1 9 ENTER press RANDOM MANUAL Remove left front
46. as belt necessary Inspect belt and deck for excessive wear Replace any defective part Incorrect tension on the rear Retension rear roller belt or drive belt See roller belt or drive belt How To Call Life Fitness Customer Support Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737 SECTION Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Display Will Not Program Password or Locked In Password Mode Malfunction Probable Cause Display will not accept Incorrect entries password entries Pressing 0 as an entry Incorrect password entered Incorrect entries Locked in password mode Connected to Lifecenter Display by passes password Corrective Action Only 3 digits are acceptable as a password entries 1 thru 999 if Lifecenter is not installed Pressing 0 before pressing other numeric keys will not be allowed as an entry Press CLEAR twice Press 9500 MANUAL 9500 if connected to Lifecenter ENTER for access to password mode Enter new password A valid password is 3 digits 1 thru 999 Press ENTER Press CLEAR twice Press 9500 MANUAL 9500 if connected to Lifecenter ENTER for access to password mode Press 0 then CLEAR to reset password mode Press ENTER Press CLEAR twice Press MANUAL 9500 ENTER for access to password mode Call Life Fitness Customer Support Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737
47. ately your workout Belt positioning messages SPEED Target S Speed BURN peo 3 DISTANCE ei Number of pulses sent to the controller INCLINE Seel ji CALORIES margat CHIC Incline N A Clem e WATTS QUICK START PRESS START ENTER WEIGHT FIT TEST Consu equi PRESS SPEED LIFE FITNESS 1 800 735 3867 PRESS INCLINE 2 ATLANTIC 49 89 3177 51 0 Press CLEAR to exit maintenance NOTE BEFORE BEGINNING THIS TEST CHECK TO SEE THAT THE TRACKING SENSOR SPRING IS IN THE PROPER POSITION ALONGSIDE THE STRIDING BELT The information that will be displayed in this mode is as follows Actual position of the striding belt is displayed in the INSTRUCTIONS window Total accumulated tracking motor ON time in minutes is displayed in the TIME window Total number of electrical pulses to motor are displayed in the MILES window Target speed indicated in SPEED window Q Target incline indicated in INCLINE window Activating tracking motor to shift the striding belt to the right is displayed on CALORIE HOUR LED Q Activating tracking motor to shift the striding belt to the left is displayed on TOTAL CALORIE LED
48. ath PRESS SPEED LIFE FITNESS 1 800 735 3867 PRESS INCLINE 2 ATLANTIC 49 89 1 3177 61 0 Press CLEAR to exit maintenance The information that will be displayed in this mode is as follows Statistics and software code version will be displayed in the INSTRUCTIONS window Speed encoder count displayed in CALORIES window Speed pulse count displayed in MILES window Software options are displayed in INSTRUCTIONS window Optional settings displayed in the INSTRUCTIONS window You may change Program times by pressing the ENTER key when the Program time is indicated on the INSTRUCTIONS window Default time is set at 60 Minutes and can be reset from 1 to 99 Minutes You may change the maximum programmable belt speed by pressing the speed INCREASE and DECREASE keys when the MAXIMUM SPEED message is displayed in the INSTRUCTIONS window The choices for maximum belt speeds are 10 0 mph 11 6 kpm to 2 0 mph 3 22 kph in 0 5 mph 0 805 kph increments You may change the minimum speed between 1 0 mph 1 61 kph and 1 5 mph 2 415 kph using the speed INCREASE and DECREASE keys You may turn the TELEMETRY ON and OFF using the speed INCREASE and DECREASE keys Press the CLEAR key to exit the Diagnostic Program or press Program keys to enter another Diagnostic Accounting function SECTION Il Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills DIAGNOSTIC TESTS How To EXECU
49. ax count correct go into the diagnostics unplug wax pump at wax pump connection and manually reset wax counts Or refill wax and reset stats to 100 FULL 27 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE LIFT ACTUATOR Tools Required Hex key wrench set socket and ratchet set IMPORTANT DO NOT TURN OR CHANGE THE CURRENT SETTING OF THE LIFT ACTUATOR NUT FROM THE FACTORY PRESET AND TAPED POSITION IN WHICH IT WAS RECEIVED Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and then unplug the unit from the electrical outlet Step 2 Remove the DECK See How To and STRIDING BELT See How To Step 3 Disconnect the large LIFT ACTUATOR NUT from the pins holding it to the BRACKETS by removing the upper NUT BOLT and WASHER and loosening but not removing the lower one Resistor Limiter PCB Side Panel Lift Actuator BN Clevis Pin and Hairpin Clip Front Roller Ba Lift Actuator Nut Nut Bolt and Washer Step 4 Remove the HAIRPIN CLIP and CLEVIS PIN securing the unthreaded end of the LIFT ACTUATOR to the FRAME Step 5 Unplug the LIFT ACTUATOR from the WIRE HARNESS or RESISTOR LIMITER PCB if so equipped and remove the unit from the machine Step 6 Install a RESISTOR LIMITER PCB if so equipped by plugging the corresponding CONNECTOR into the WIRE HARNESS Tuck the RESISTOR LIMITER PCB against the SIDE PANEL of the un
50. by replaceable part or assembly name If you do not have the part you need in stock refer to Section IV to identify the proper part name and number To order a part call Life Fitness After Market Services any Monday through Friday from 8 00 AM to 6 00 PM C S T When you place a call in order to speed our response to your particular situation please have the following information available for the customer service phone technician who will be prepared to assist you 1 The Treadmill model type 9500HR 2 The serial number 3 The symptom of the problem you are experiencing 4 The part name and number you need to order When you receive your order review the appropriate How To section and follow the step by step procedures designed to help you install the part quickly and correctly There is an Estimated Repair Time schedule in Section V which will help you to forecast how long your machine will be down If you have any questions or comments please phone mail or fax us at one of the numbers listed below 2 CUSTOMER SUPPORT SERVICES 10601 Belmont Avenue Franklin Park IL 60131 800 351 3737 Toll Free or 847 451 0036 847 288 3702 FAX Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION How to use this Service Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION I TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDES PAGE BELT SLOWDOWN OR SLIPPAGE cscscscscsssssscscscscssssss
51. ck to insure that the PLASTIC WASHERS are located in place between the BRACKET PINS and the LIFT ACTUATOR NUT Reinstall the BOLT WASHER and NUT which were removed from the upper hole of the LIFT ACTUATOR NUT BRACKET and retighten the lower one to secure the LIFT ACTUATOR NUT in place Step 12 Reinstall the DECK and STRIDING BELT to return the unit to its original operating condition NOTE DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE BOLTS THE LIFT ACTUATOR NUT SHOULD BE ABLE TO MOVE WITHIN THE BRACKETS IF PROPERLY INSTALLED Step 13 Turn the power ON by plugging the unit into an electrical outlet and then at the MAIN SWITCH The unit is now ready to return to operation 29 SECTION III Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE DRIVE MOTOR Tools Required Socket and ratchet set adjustable wrench torque wrench belt tension gauge Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and then unplug the unit from the electrical outlet Step 2 Remove the STRIDING BELT See How To Leave the machine leaning on its left side Step 3 Disconnect the 6 PIN CONNECTOR leading to the worn DRIVE MOTOR from the MOTOR CONTROLLER Roller Belt Pulley Acces Hole to Roller Belt Adjustment Nut Tensioning Bolt Rear ees d Mounting Bolts Washers and Lockwashers 4 6 Pin Connector NOTE IN THE NEXT STEP YOU WILL ONLY LOOSEN THE DRIVE MOTOR ASSEMBLY MOUNTING BOLTS YOU WILL REMOVE THEM
52. crews securing the MOTOR CONTROLLER Position MOTOR CONTROLLER out and disconnect POWER MODULE CABLE Step 14 Using wire cutters cut and remove the wire ties securing the cable to the FRAME Step 15 Carefully pull POWER MODULE CABLE out from the front of the unit NOTE THE LOCATION OF THE PLASTIC GROMMET BY THE MOTOR CONTROLLER THIS PROTECTS THE CABLE FROM BEING CUT BY THE FRAME Step 16 Place the new Power Module and Cable Assembly in position and reverse Steps 8 through 14 to return all parts to proper position Step 17 With the help of another person slowly tilt the unit back to an upright position Step 18 With the machine now upright center the STRIDING BELT over the FRONT and REAR ROLLERS Check to make sure the TRACKING SENSOR SPRING is not captured on top of the STRIDING BELT Step 19 Re tension the STRIDING BELT with the TENSIONING BOLT turning it clockwise to 1 16 0 4cm less of the original location of the NYLON BLOCK noted in Step 3 Step 20 The LifeFitness Treadmill is now ready to be plugged in and turned on but not ready for use The STRIDING BELT must be properly adjusted and tensioned at this point Proceed to How To ADJUST AND TENSION THE STRIDING BELT and follow the instructions in the section which describes the particular servicing you are doing to the unit A Tensioning the Existing Striding Belt B Re tensioning the Existing Striding Belt after Removal C Replacing the Striding Belt with a
53. ds on prompt heart rate messages il eise C C TC S ANUA L SPEED Target Speed INCLINE Target Incline CAUTION LiFE FITNESS 1 800 735 3867 ATLANTIC 49 89 3177 51 0 QUICK START PRESS START ENTER WEIGHT PRESS SPEED 2 PRESS INCLINE 2 The information that will be displayed in this mode is as follows To test the Heart Rate Monitor 1 Place hands on the handlebar sensors 2 ReadINSTRUCTION window Hands ON condition indicated on TOTAL CALORIE LED Sensor connection GOOD indicated on CALORIE HOUR LED Amplification factor for heart signal displayed in TIME window Heart rate from HR Monitor displayed in CALORIES window Target speed indicated in SPEED window Target incline indicated in INCLINE window Heart rate indicated in INSTRUCTION window Telemetry HR indicated in DISTANCE window Press CLEAR to exit maintenance SECTION II Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills DIAGNOSTIC TESTS How To EXECUTE THE SPEED CONTROL OPERATION TEST INSTRUCTIONS cumulative main TIME speed control motor on time in hrs mode messages SPEED 2 3 dec on gt in 10 hrs PROGRAMS 7 ROGRAM PROFILE 5 SE speed HILL number of pulses MILES RATE 4 5 6 SIOP sent to th
54. e controller o ear INCLINE 5 RANDOM TEST 7 8 9 actual 2 o 9 CLEAR START press CLEAR to exit maintenance CAL HR 00000 TOTAL CAL This test indicates if the unit is running at the actual speed that the user has chosen TO ENTER INTO THE TEST ALL PROGRAM KEYS SHOULD BE IN THE OFF POSITION Use the STOP button to immediately end SPEED your workout Target 3 DISTANCE FAT R Number of pulses ba bd pud m roller control Tell S INCLINE n ar Actual 9 S Speed FIT TEST CAUTION Consult a physician before using this equipment Stop exercising if you feel pain faint dizzy or short of breath LIFE FITNESS 1 800 735 3867 PRESS INCLINE 5 ATLANTIC 49 89 3177 51 0 CALORIES N A WATTS Press CLEAR to exit maintenance The information that will be displayed in this mode is as follows Total main motor on time in hours is displayed in the TIME window Total number of electrical pulses sent to the motor controller is displayed in the MILES KILOMETERS window Total main motor on time in hours and total main motor MILES KILOMETERS are displayed in the INSTRUCTIONS window Target speed indicated in SPEED window
55. emove the five MOUNTING SCREWS securing the worn WAX MOTOR PUMP ASSEMBLY to the FRAME Remove the worn WAX MOTOR PUMP ASSEMBLY and position a new one in its place Step 6 Use a socket to reinstall and secure the five MOUNTING SCREWS of the new WAX MOTOR PUMP ASSEMBLY to the treadmill FRAME Reverse Steps 3 and 4 to complete assembly connections NOTE THIS IS NORMALLY AN OPPORTUNE TIME TO INSPECT THE WAX SPRAY NOZZLE PRESS THE SPRAY NOZZLE IN AND TWIST IT 1 4 TURN TO REMOVE CLEAN WITH WARM WATER OR REPLACE THE NOZZLE AS DEEMED NECESSARY Step 7 Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to return all parts to their proper positions 21 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE WAX CONTAINER KIT Tools Required Socket and ratchet set two 7 16 wrenches wire cutting tool wire ties Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and then unplug the unit from the electrical outlet Step 2 Remove the STRIDING BELT See How and the DECK See How To Leave the unit on its left side Step 3 Use a wire cutting tool to cut the WIRE TIES securing the WAXER HOSE to the FRAME Step 4 With your fingers remove the HOSE CLAMP on the BARBED FITTING and seal it off to prevent spillage Remove the WAX CONTAINER HOSE from the BARBED FITTING Step 5 Loosen and remove the four MOUNTING BOLTS securing the WAX CONTAINER COVER and TRAY in place on the treadmill FRAME NOTE REMOVE THE E
56. ensioned tighten the four MOUNTING BOLTS on the new DRIVE MOTOR to a torque of 28 30 1 165 Step 13 Complete the installation of the FRAME CAPS and the FRONT AXLE The unit is now ready for use Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills 31 SECTION III How REMOVE AND REPLACE THE MOTOR CONTROLLER Tools Required Standard screwdriver socket and ratchet set Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and then unplug the unit from the electrical outlet Step 2 With the help of another person slowly tilt the unit on its left side Step 3 Ground yourself to the machine Connect a disposable grounding strap to the ANTI STATIC CORD BRACKET Step 4 With a socket and ratchet wrench loosen and remove the seven SCREWS securing the faulty MOTOR CONTROLLER in place Step 5 Disconnect the four CONNECTORS from the malfunctioning MOTOR CONTROLLER and remove it from the machine Step 6 Place the new MOTOR CONTROLLER in its place and reconnect the three CONNECTORS Step 7 Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to return all parts to their proper positions Anti Static Cord Bracket Mounting Screw Connector Screw 4 Mounting Bracket Connector Connector Connector 32 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE INDUCTOR ON THE EMERSON MOTOR CONTROLLER Tools Required Phillips screwdriver 5 16 wrench scribe Step 1 Tu
57. ertighten the screws NOTE BE CAREFUL NOT TO PINCH ANY WIRES BETWEEN THE DISPLAY CONSOLE AND THE BRACKETS Step 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to complete installation 10 Pin Connector 4 Pin Connector Display Console Bracket Connector Cover d Washer 4 Screw 4 EN Screw 4 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE HANDLEBAR Tools Required Phillips screwdriver hex key wrench set socket and ratchet set Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and by unplugging the machine at the electrical outlet Step 2 Remove the DISPLAY CONSOLE See How Step 3 Remove the user RIGHT HANDRAIL FOOT COVER See How Step 4 Loosen but do not remove the two BOLTS securing the base of the RIGHT HANDRAIL to the Treadmill FRAME Step 5 Remove the six SCREWS securing the HANDLEBAR to the two HANDRAILS Withdraw the HANDLEBAR WIRE HARNESS with the 4 PIN CONNECTOR from the user LEFT HANDRAIL as you lift out and remove the HANDLEBAR Step 6 Grasp the new HANDLEBAR and with the WIRE HARNESS to the left route the WIRE HARNESS through the opening in the LEFT HANDRAIL exiting alongside the other WIRE HARNESS Align the three holes in the HANDLEBAR FLANGE with those in the LEFT HANDRAIL and re install the SCREWS Repeat on the right side Step 7 Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to return the Treadmill to operation Handrail Handlebar
58. ess Any use of these trademarks without the express written consent of Life Fitness is forbidden U S Patent Numbers 3 767 195 and 4 358 105 051 00 26 201 4 96 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS SERVICE MANUAL In the unlikely event that an operating problem may occur with your Life Fitness 9500HR Treadmill this Service Manual will instruct and guide you or your Maintenance Engineer on the quickest most efficient manner in which to approach the situation This Service Manual has been separated into a total of Five Sections for quick reference Introduction Table of Contents SECTION Troubleshooting Guides SECTION II Diagnostics SECTION Model 9500HR How SECTION IV Parts Identification Wiring Block Diagrams SECTION V Model Identification and Serial Number Preventive Maintenance Schedule Estimated Repair Times Communicating by Fax If an operating problem should arise turn to the TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDES and attempt to isolate what is causing the malfunction The GUIDES are listed by symptoms and follow with suggestions as to the most probable cause of the problem Once you have pinpointed the source of the problem turn to the appropriate How To section according to which model treadmill you have and review the proper procedures for removing or replacing a part The How To sections are organized
59. ess Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE DECK Tools Required Hex key wrench set socket and ratchet set ATTENTION IF THE DECK IS TO BE REPLACED OR FLIPPED TO AN UNUSED SIDE THE STRIDING BELT MUST BE REPLACED AT THIS TIME IF THE DECK IS TO BE FLIPPED WIPE IT CLEAN WITH SOAP AND WATER PRIOR TO INSTALLATION Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and by unplugging the machine at the electrical outlet NOTE THE TENSION OF THE STRIDING BELT MUST BE SLACKENED TO ALLOW ACCESS TO THE DECK Step 2 Use a hex key wrench to loosen and remove the three SCREWS from the right END CAP and remove the CAP Step 3 At the location where the END CAP was removed is the BELT TENSIONING BOLT The BOLT threads into a NYLON BLOCK which you can see through the slot in the FRAME above it Measure and note the distance from the NYLON BLOCK to the end of the slot or mark the decal if present to locate the current position of the NYLON BLOCK where it meets the threaded portion of the TENSIONING BOLT Use a socket and ratchet wrench to turn the BELT TENSIONING BOLT counter clockwise until the STRIDING BELT is slackened Step 4 Once the STRIDING BELT has been sufficiently slackened to the right use hex key wrenches to remove the four corner MOUNTING SCREWS and the four center MOUNTING SCREWS from the DECK Deck Mounting Screws 8 Screw 2 uw Flat A e Was
60. et Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and by unplugging the machine at the electrical outlet Step 2 Remove the DECK See How Step 3 Remove the two DECK CHANNELS and set them aside to be reinstalled later Step 4 Use a hex key wrench to remove the SCREW and WASHER securing the worn LIFESPRING to the FRAME Step 5 Insert the SCREW and WASHER into the hole in the new LIFESPRING Position the LIFESPRING ASSEMBLY in place on the FRAME and secure with a hex key wrench NOTE APPLY LOCKTITE TO THE SCREW PRIOR TO SECURING THE NEW LIFESPRING INTO POSITION TO AVOID ANY LOOSENING OF THE SCREW Step 6 LifeSpring A 2 Frame s Deck Channel Flat Washer 4 Lock Washer 4 Screw 4 Slide the two DECK CHANNELS back into place Step 7 Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to return all parts to their proper position 19 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE DEBRIS BRUSH Tools Required Phillips screwdriver 5 16 wrench Screw 2 Washer 2 Bracket Nut 2 Debris Brush Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and then unplug the unit from the electrical outlet Step 2 With the help of another person slowly tilt the unit on its side Step 3 With a Phillips screwdriver and a 5 16 wrench loosen and remove the two
61. etry Equipped Treadmills TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom No Power Malfunction No Power Pops 5 AMP breaker Probable Cause On Off switch Insufficient power source Line cord improperly seated in electrical outlet Damaged line cord Faulty display console Faulty CPU Pinched wire harness at the base of the left handrail Power module e Circuit breakers e On Off switch Interrupted circuit Faulty display console Corrective Action Check that the unit is turned on Plug treadmill into a dedicated 120V 20 amp circuit Use a volt meter to verify power at outlet Inspect power connection at wall outlet and at machine for proper contact Replace line cord Turn power off for 30 seconds Turn power on and within 30 seconds of turning the unit on press 9 0 9 Enter on the keypad This will test just the display console by itself Perform test above If display console does not turn on switch CPU board with another 9500HR treadmill Reinstall display console and handrail inspect for pinched harnesses Replace harness if damaged Check connector P4 on CPU board for 120vac Red Hot Green Yellow Ground Test circuit breaker with ohm meter and tap on white button in center of breaker to see if ohms drop Replace if defective Cycle power on and off several times to verify ON Off switch Reset circuit breaker on treadmill Replace if necessary Check all electrical connec
62. g the three SCREWS and WASHERS securing it in place Step 8 Remove the two HANDRAIL ENDCAPS from the worn HANDRAIL and transfer them to the new HANDRAIL Step 9 Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to return all parts to their proper position NOTE BE CAREFUL NOT TO PINCH ANY WIRES BETWEEN PARTS DURING ASSEMBLY OF THE TREADMILL Handrail Endcap Handlebar Wire Harness Display Wire Harness 4 Pin Connector Handrail 10 Pin Connector Display Console Bracket Washer 3 Screw 3 Handlebar amp Washer 3 Screw 3 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE DISPLAY WIRE HARNESS Tools Required Phillips screwdriver hex key wrench set socket and ratchet set Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and by unplugging the machine at the electrical outlet Step 2 Remove the DISPLAY CONSOLE See How Step 3 Remove the FOOT COVER from the LEFT HANDRAIL See How Step 4 Loosen and remove the three SCREWS securing the LEFT HANDLEBAR FLANGE to the HANDRAIL WARNING HAVE ANOTHER PERSON HOLD THE HANDRAIL ASSEMBLY IN PLACE BEFORE PERFORMING THE NEXT STEP Step 5 Remove the two BOLTS from the base of the LEFT HANDRAIL and very carefully tilt the HANDRAIL away from the machine to allow removal of the HANDLEBAR WIRE HARNESS from the top of the HANDRAIL Slowly lift the HANDRAIL and unplug the 10 PIN CONNECTOR located between the ba
63. her 2 T UU Striding Belt Nut 2 Screws 3 Belt Tensioning Bolt Front Continued 10 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE DECK Continued Step 5 Carefully lift the worn DECK and remove it from the machine Transfer the two PINCH BRACKETS to the new DECK Slide the new DECK into position on the Treadmill Step 6 Insert and tighten the four corner MOUNTING SCREWS and the four center MOUNTING SCREWS with the appropriate hex key wrenches Step 7 Center the STRIDING BELT over the FRONT and REAR ROLLERS Check to make sure the TRACKING SENSOR SPRING is not captured on top of the STRIDING BELT Reinstall the REAR FRAME CAP Step 8 Re tension the STRIDING BELT with the TENSIONING BOLT turning it clockwise to 1 16 0 4cm less of the original location of the NYLON BLOCK noted in Step 3 Step 9 Turn the power ON at the ON OFF switch and by plugging the machine into the electrical outlet NOTE STEP OFF THE STRIDING BELT AS YOU WILL BE ACTIVATING THE DRIVE MOTOR IN THE NEXT STEP Step 10 Use the Service Mode in the DISPLAY CONSOLE to properly center the STRIDING BELT Perform the following procedure to achieve this Enter the Service Mode by 1 Pressing the START key once 2 Pressing the CLEAR key twice 3 Pressing 9 1 9 on the numerical keypad MANUAL 9 1 9 if co
64. imits the belt is properly aligned If message center displays Belt Beyond Limits go into tracking manual mode Manual amp Random LED is lit Without starting belt press Incline Up key for 1 minute Moves belt to right Press Incline Down key for 1 minutes Moves belt to left Start belt moving at 2 0 mph 3 22kph continue to press Incline Up or Incline Down key until display reads belt to far left to far right If belt and display do not respond in 3 to 5 minutes see Symptom Notify Maintenance Belt Tracking Error Go into tracking automatic mode Random LED lit Increase speed to 3 0 mph 4 83kph allow belt to align 3 10 minutes typically When message center displays Belt Within Limits you are done Call Life Fitness Customer Support Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737 NOTE Also refer to Symptom Belt Beyond Limits or Notify Maintenance Belt Tracking Error 13 SECTION Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Display reads Notify Maintenance Lift Control Error Malfunction Probable Cause Corrective Action Lift Error Incline control error Enter into Incline Manual mode in the DIAGNOSTICS menu See Section by pressing 9 1 9 ENTER Incline unit with two people on top of unit Insufficient power source Plug treadmill into a dedicated 120v 20amp circuit See Operations Manual Weight limitat
65. inched at handrail Corrective Action Wipe sensors with a clean soft cloth Verify a firm grip of all four sensors 2 on top 2 on bottom of handlebar For accurate heart rate reading user must slow down to less than 4 5 mph 7 5kph Have different people grasp sensors to detect any variance Enter into DIAGNOSTIC menu to attain software revision Enter into Execute Viewing of Usage Statistics Secure connections at console and handlebar Replace entire display console Swap handlebar with known working machine Replace handlebar if necessary Clean sensor with water and a clean soft cloth to remove salt and oils Replace handlebar if the wires are damaged Call Life Fitness Customer Support Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737 10 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom NO TELEMETRY READING Malfunction No Chest Strap detected Erratic Heart Rate readings Cross Talk Display reads Chest strap not Detected Probable Cause Chest strap sensors not making good contact with body of user Loose connection at receiver User is out of monitoring range Faulty receiver Faulty chest strap Treadmills are located less than 8 203 mm apart Bad connection between handlebar and display console Faulty handlebar Faulty display console assembly Corrective Action Adjust chest strap Mo
66. ion Advise user of weight limit of 300lbs 137kg Will not lift Perform lift test procedure from above Unit only lifts up Unit thinks itis U Check home switch for smooth operation always at 0 percent and check home switch cables connectors Check lift actuator cable connections and presence of 1 only suppressor board 3 amp circuit breaker popped Test circuit breakers Replace if necessary Stuck Relay on CPU Board Replace CPU Board Failed damaged or cracked Replace lift actuator Call Life Fitness Customer Support Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737 14 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Workout Pause Notify Maintenance Malfunction Probable Cause Corrective Action Striding Belt will not start Insufficient power Plug into electrical outlet with proper voltage and amperage requirements Loose connections at motor Inspect all connections controller Faulty motor controller Switch motor controllers with another working 9500HR Treadmill Replace if defective Loose connections at drive Inspect all connections motor Use a voltmeter to measure the Ohms between the two blue wires of the drive motor wire harness If the connection is open replace the drive motor assembly Damage to drive motor Inspect drive motor for damage to pulley assembly or drive motor belt Call Life Fitness Customer Sup
67. isten sensors to make better contact with skin Check connection on receiver See How To Move within three feet 1 meter of receiver Replace receiver Replace chest strap Position treadmills to recommended distances See Operation Manual Check connection between handlebar and display console Perform Heart rate diagnostics test to check if handlebars respond See Section lI Replace faulty handlebars Switch display console with another treadmill Replace display console assembly SECTION Call Life Fitness Customer Support Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737 11 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Notify Maintenance Speed Control Error Malfunction Probable Cause Corrective Action Speed control error Insufficient power source Plug Treadmill into a dedicated 120Volt Record Speed Error and 20 Amp circuit refer to maintenance mode in operational manual Loose connections at motor Inspect cable connections controller Enter into speed automatic DIAGNOSTICS See Section Il If Total Cal and Cal HR Watts LED s are not lit inspect wire connections at control board and motor controller Check connections If Total Cal LED is lit and Cal HR Watts LED is out then with your feet off the belt press the speed increase key The Total Cal LED should go out initially while the Cal HR Watts LED comes on
68. it and secure it safely into position against the FRAME with WIRE TIES Step 7 Locate the new LIFT ACTUATOR into position and install the NEW CLEVIS PIN and HAIRPIN CLIP Plug the CONNECTOR from the LIFT ACTUATOR WIRE HARNESS into the RESISTOR LIMITER PCB Continued 28 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE LIFT ACTUATOR Continued ATTENTION THE LIFT ACTUATOR NUT IS PRESET AND TAPED INTO POSITION AT THE FACTORY FOR EASE OF ASSEMBLY FOLLOW STEPS 8 9 AND 10 ONLY IF THE LIFT MOTOR NUT WAS ROTATED FROM ITS PRESET POSITION FOR NORMAL ASSEMBLY CONDITIONS PROCEED NOW TO STEP 11 Step 8 With the help of an assistant tilt the Treadmill on to its side Turn the power ON by plugging the machine into a wall outlet and then at the MAIN SWITCH Enter into the SERVICE MENU by pressing 919 ENTER MANUAL 919 ENTER if connected to Lifecenter Press INCLINE DOWN to take the Treadmill to its lowest position of 0 Step 9 Turn the power OFF at the MAIN SWITCH and then by unplugging the machine at the wall outlet Step 10 Have an assistant press the LIFT FRAME ASSEMBLY tightly against the RUBBER STOPS mounted on the bottom of the Treadmill FRAME Check to see that the PINS of the LIFT ACTUATOR NUT BRACKETS are as centered as possible on the slot of the LIFT ACTUATOR NUT If the PINS are not centered turn the LIFT ACTUATOR NUT on the threaded shaft until they are Step 11 Che
69. l STRIDING BELT appears centered allowing machine to continue running for several minutes to observe if tracking remains stabilized CAUTION DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE BOLT OVERTIGHTENING OF BOLT MAY OVER STRETCH AND DAMAGE STRIDING BELT Continued THE STRIDING BELT TENSION IS PRESET BY THE FACTORY AT 0 TO ASSURE PROPER BELT TENSION UNIT MUST BE RESET AT 0 SEE INSERT FRONT FRAME CAP SCREWS K Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To ADJUST AND TENSION THE STRIDING BELT Continued 34 SECTION III B Re tensioning the existing Striding after removal Step 1 Right FRONT FRAME CAP already removed Measure the distance from the NYLON BLOCK to the end of slot or mark the decal at the BLOCKS location Step 2 Slacken the STRIDING BELT by turning the TENSIONING BOLT on the user right side of the unit counter clockwise Step 3 Remove the DECK RIGHT HANDRAIL and REAR ROLLER GUARD as necessary to service the machine Set the STRIDING BELT aside while servicing Step 4 Once service has been completed reinstall the STRIDING BELT DECK RIGHT HANDRAIL and REAR ROLLER GUARD Center the BELT over both the FRONT and REAR ROLLERS for proper aligning and tensioning Step 5 Re tension the STRIDING BELT with the TENSIONING BOLT turning it clockwise to 1 16 0 4 cm less of the original mark made in Step 1 Step 6 Check to make sure the TR
70. le The unit will automatically track and center the STRIDING BELT later Step 8 Check to make sure the TRACKING SENSOR SPRING is not captured on top of the STRIDING BELT Step 9 Reinstall the RIGHT HANDRAIL and REAR ROLLER GUARD The unit must be set upright before continuing Step 10 Re tension the STRIDING BELT with the TENSIONING BOLT turning it clockwise to 1 8 0 8 cm less of the original mark made in Section C Step 1 Step 11 The Lifestride treadmill is now ready to be plugged in and turned on but not ready for use The STRIDING BELT must be properly centered using the Service Mode for BELT TRACKING Enter the Service Mode by 1 Pressing the START key once 2 Pressing the CLEAR key twice 3 Pressing 9 1 9 on the numeric keypad MANUAL 9 1 9 if connected to Lifecenter 4 Pressing the START key 5 Pressing the RANDOM key 6 Pressing the MANUAL key This will activate the Manual Tracking Program and the L E D will read TM for TRACKING MANUALLY MENTIONED TO AVOID CHANGING OTHER PROGRAMS Step 12 Press the INCLINE UP key to activate the TRACKING MOTOR moving the left side of the FRONT ROLLER outward Hold this key down for one minute as indicated in the time window Step 13 Enter a Manual Program and run unit for five minutes the first two minutes at 2 0 m p h 3 2 k p h and let TRACKING MOTOR adjust and center STRIDING BELT Step 14 With the BELT SPEED at 2 0 m p h 3 2 k p h tightly grasp the HANDRAILS
71. ller Front Roller Guard Hex Key 2 MET 3 Pin Connector Screw 2 Mounting Rail Step 5 Disconnect the 3 PINCONNECTOR leading to the worn TRACKING MOTOR Step 6 Use a hex key wrench to loosen the two SET SCREWS on the COUPLER side nearest to the worn TRACKING MOTOR and away from the FRONT ROLLER Step 7 Remove the left FRONT FRAME CAP The FRONT ROLLER is positioned at each end within a MOUNTING RAIL On the end of each MOUNTING RAIL is an END CAP Remove the two SCREWS securing the END CAP closest to the floor and slowly push that end of the FRONT ROLLER away from the unit to disengage the COUPLER from the TRACKING MOTOR SHAFT Step 8 Loosen and remove the four SCREWS from the outside of the FRAME CROSSBAR securing the worn TRACKING MOTOR to the treadmill FRAME Remove the worn TRACKING MOTOR and position a new one in its place Secure to the FRAME CROSSBAR using the four SCREWS Step 9 Align the TRACKING MOTOR SHAFT to the COUPLER and fully insert by pushing the bottom of the FRONT ROLLER back towards the treadmill Lube the two SET SCREWS with removeable LOCKTITE and use a hex key wrench to retighten them Step 10 Reconnect the 3 PINCONNECTOR to the new TRACKING MOTOR Step 11 Reverse steps 1 through 4 to return all parts to their proper positions Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills 18 How REMOVE AND REPLACE THE LIFESPRINGS Tools Required Hex key wrench s
72. n hrs Display test prompte SPEED your workout dec on in hrs x 10 DN peed f 1 DISTANCE C mm 2355 Number of pulses T CS ccc sent to the ojm OC controller 262620207 mm mm 50 INCLINE Target Speed encoder CALORIES CLIE Incline pulse count every 400 ins ry OWATTS LC QUICK START PRESS START onsuit a physici equipment Sto Ou feel ENTER WEIGHT y y PRESS SPEED LIFE FITNESS 1 800 736 3867 PRESS INCLINE 2 ATLANTIC 49 89 3177 51 0 Press CLEAR to exit maintenance The information that will be displayed in this mode is as follows Lit LED s displayed all windows Walking LED s displayed in all windows Hours that main motor has been working displayed in TIME window Speed encoder count displayed in CALORIES window Speed pulse count displayed in MILES window Target speed indicated in SPEED window Target incline indicated in INCLINE window Tests in the Display Diagnostics are as follows 1 Press the ENTER key once to test Displays LED s Press the ENTER key twice to test Display Walking LED s 2 After pressing the ENTER key once press Number Keys to view specific digits 3 Press INCLINE and SPEED keys to view specific number segments 4 Press CLEAR to exit the Diagnostic Program
73. nnected to Lifecenter 4 Pressing the START key 5 Pressing the RANDOM key WARNING YOU ARE NOW IN THE SERVICE MODE PROGRAM ONLY PERFORM THE STEPS MENTIONED TO AVOID HARMING THE OTHER PROGRAMS Step 11 Press the SPEED INCREASE key to activate the DRIVE MOTOR and have the BELT go through a regular pace Increase the speed to a recommended 3 MPH 4 83kph to have the machine track automatically Step 12 Once the message BELT WITHIN LIMITS appears in the DISPLAY CONSOLE you can press the CLEAR key to stop the machine Installation is now complete 11 SECTION III Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE FRONT ROLLER Tools Required Removable locktite standard screwdriver hex key wrench set wrench set socket amp ratchet set Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and by unplugging the machine at the electrical outlet Step 2 Use a hex key wrench to remove the three SCREWS from each of the FRONT FRAME CAPS Step 3 Remove the STRIDING BELT See How and DECK See How To Leave the machine leaning on its left side Nylon Block Rail Cap Hex Key Bolt Screw 3 Washer ma Linkage Mounting Rail Insert 1 Frame ONSE Ke Rail Cap Screw 2 Front Frame Front Roller Caps Rail Cap Washer US D ES
74. oosen and remove the two BOLTS and WASHERS securing the RIGHT HANDRAIL to the FRAME to allow passage of the STRIDING BELT between the RIGHT HANDRAIL and the FRAME NOTE TAPE THE BOTTOM OF THE STATIONARY LEG BEFORE PROCEEDING TO REMOVE THE STRIDING BELT THIS WILL HELP PREVENT SCRATCHING THE BELT AS IT IS BEING INSTALLED Step 10 Maneuver the STRIDING BELT over the STATIONARY LEG and off both ROLLERS If the STRIDING BELT was removed for the purpose of service to another part of the Treadmill set the BELT aside in a safe place to avoid the possibility of inadvertently scratching or puncturing it Step 11 If the STRIDING BELT was removed for service to the machine and will be reinstalled or if a worn STRIDING BELT was removed to be replaced by a new STRIDING BELT it must be determined in which direction the BELT will be positioned to assure that it rotates in the proper direction for which it was designed Follow this three step cross checking approach to insure the STRIDING BELT is being installed properly 1 Check that the arrows stamped on the underside of the STRIDING BELT point in the direction of BELT rotation 2 If the STRIDING BELT bears the Lifestride or Life Fitness logo it should be installed so it is readable to aperson using the Treadmill 3 Find the seam on the underside of the STRIDING BELT Place your thumb on the top of the BELT and your forefinger on the bottom of the BELT at the seam You will notice on the to
75. p face of the BELT a shorter and longer raised edge on either side of the seam The shorter raised edge should always face towards the front of the Treadmill Step 12 Reinstall the previous STRIDING BELT or the new BELT by reversing Steps 9 through 5 in that exact order to partially reassemble Treadmill Step 13 With the machine now upright center the STRIDING BELT over the FRONT and REAR ROLLERS Check to make sure the TRACKING SENSOR SPRING is not captured on top of the STRIDING BELT Reinstall the REAR FRAME CAP Step 14 Re tension the STRIDING BELT with the TENSIONING BOLT turning it clockwise to 1 16 0 4cm less of the original location of the NYLON BLOCK noted in Step 3 Step 15 The Treadmill is now ready to be plugged in and turned on but not ready for use The STRIDING BELT must have the wax system reset before use Refer to the CPU chart located in the Hot To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE CONTROL CPU BOARD section in this manual to reset the wax system NOTE THE WAX DELAY MUST BE TURNED ON Step 15 The STRIDING BELT must be properly adjusted and tensioned at this point Proceed to How To ADJUST AND TENSION THE STRIDING BELT and follow the instructions in the section which describes the particular servicing you are doing to the unit A Tensioning the Existing Striding Belt B Re tensioning the Existing Striding Belt after Removal C Replacing the Striding Belt with a New Striding Belt SECTION Life Fitn
76. port Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737 15 SECTION Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills NOTES Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills DIAGNOSTIC TESTS How To EXECUTE THE SERVICE MODE WARNING DO NOT STAND ON THE STRIDING BELT WHILE ENTERING THE SERVICE MODE OR WHILE PERFORMING ANY OF THE DIAGNOSTIC TESTS INSTRUCTIONS cumulative main TIME speed control motor on time in hrs mode messages SPEED MPH dec on gt in 10 hrs PROGRAMS target PROGRAM PROFILE speed E Heer e RATE number of pulses MILES STO P sent to the controller oar INCLINE RANDOM H actual speed 00000 0000 CAL HR MANUAL PAUSE TOTAL CAL Use the STOP button to immediately end your workout Speed Control Mode Messages SPEED Target Speed DISTANCE Number of pulses 2C 3C 30 3C sent to the LL controller leese INCLINE CALORIES 7270 m OWATTS ICC QUICK START PRESS START ENTER WEIGHT PRESS SPEED LIFE FITNESS 1 800 735 3867 PRESS INCLINE ATLANTIC 49 89 3177 51 0 Press CLEAR to exit maintenance NOTE TO ACCESS
77. readmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE STOP SWITCH Step 1 Turn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and by unplugging the machine at the electrical outlet Step 2 Remove the DISPLAY CONSOLE from the machine See How To Step 3 Remove the BEZEL FACE PLATE from the DISPLAY CONSOLE Step 4 Disconnect the wiring from the worn STOP SWITCH Step 5 Remove the worn STOP SWITCH from the BEZEL ASSEMBLY Depending on the type of switch previously used it may be necessary to damage the existing STOP SWITCH to acccomplish this task Take special care not to cause damage to the BEZEL ASSEMBLY during this procedure BEZEL ne LOCKING CLIP LOCKING CLIP TABS PLUNGER BEND TO SECURE NUT ORIENTATION PLUNGER ORIENTATION ZU 8l ob c o SWITCH INSERTED SWITCH BODY NUT Switch PLUNGERS MUST BE PROPERLY ORIENTED LOCKING TAB SIDE VIEW ASSEMBLED VIEW TOP Step 6 Insert the STOP SWITCH BODY through the opening in the front of the BEZEL ASSEMBLY taking note to orient the SWITCH BODY so the word STOP is readable from the face of the BEZEL Step 7 Slide the locking CLIP from the rear of the BEZEL over the SWITCH BODY Step 8 Install the plastic NUT on to the threaded portion of
78. rn the power OFF at the ON OFF switch and then unplug the unit from the electrical outlet Step 2 Remove the MOTOR CONTROLLER See How To Step 3 Scribe the feet location of the INDUCTOR on the BOTTOM PLATE to aid in positioning the new one Step 4 Carefully hold the TERMINAL ENDS and in a side to side motion disconnect the 4 INDUCTOR TERMINALS and the 2 CAPACITOR TERMINALS from the P C BOARD Step 5 Remove the four SCREWS securing the BOTTOM PLATE to the HEAT SINK Remove the four MOUNTING SCREWS securing the worn INDUCTOR to the BOTTOM PLATE and discard the worn INDUCTOR Step 6 Align the new INDUCTOR with the scribe lines made earlier on the BOTTOM PLATE Reinstall the four MOUNTING SCREWS to secure the new INDUCTOR to the PLATE and reassemble the PLATE to the HEAT SINK TO STRIP THE THREADED SLOTS IN THE ALUMINUM HEAT SINK Step 7 Connect the 4 INDUCTOR WIRES numbered 1 through 4 to the locations E1 22 and E4 respectively on the P C BOARD Step 8 Reconnect the BLACK WIRE from the CAPACITOR to location E6 and the RED WIRE to location E5 on the P C BOARD The MOTOR CONTROLLER is now ready to be reinstalled in the treadmill by reversing Steps 1 and 2 Mounting Screw 8 ae Washer 8 a Inductor e Bottom Plate Capacitor Terminal Heat Sink 33 SECTION Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To ADJUST AND TENSION THE STRIDING BELT Tools Required
79. se of the HANDRAIL and the Treadmill FRAME Lift the HANDRAIL away from the machine and set it down in a clear working area Step 6 Tie some string between the new WIRE HARNESS and the old WIRE HARNESS Gently pull the old WIRE HARNESS through the HANDRAIL to replace it with the new one Both ends are FEMALE Step 7 Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to return all parts to their proper position NOTE BE CAREFUL NOT TO PINCH ANY WIRES BETWEEN PARTS DURING ASSEMBLY OF THE TREADMILL Bolt 2 Lock Washer 2 Left Handrail Flat Washer 2 Wire Harness 10 Pin Connector Left Side of Treadmill Frame SECTION III Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE STRIDING BELT Tools Required Phillips screwdriver hex key wrench set socket and ratchet set ATTENTION THE DECK MUST BE REPLACED OR FLIPPED TO AN UNUSED SIDE WHENEVER INSTALLING A NEW STRIDING BELT IF THE DECK IS TO BE FLIPPED WIPE IT CLEAN WITH SOAP AND WATER PRIOR TO INSTALLATION Step 1 ran ike power OFF at the ON OFF switch and by unplugging the machine at the electrical outlet Step 2 Use a hex key wrench to remove the three SCREWS from each of the user right side FRONT and REAR FRAME CAPS Remove the FRONT BELT GUARD Step 3 At the location where the FRONT FRAME CAP was removed is the BELT TENSIONING BOLT The BOLT threads into a NYLON BLOCK which you can see through the slot in the FRAME
80. sesessvscscscscssssscsessassvececececeseeessssevavavavavacecseeseseseavavaveceees 1 DISPLAY WILL NOT PROGRAM PASSWORD OR LOCKED IN PASSWORD MODE 2 NOISY TREADMILL 7c cocco ntc 3 DISPLAY DOES NOT ILLUMINATE OR RESPOND TO INPUT 4 UNIT RESETS 5 NO POWER 256 WAX WILL NOT FILL PROPERLY ud WAX LEAKING FROM TREADMILL 8 BELT TRACKING 5 9 HEART RATE SYSTEM 6 222222 0 10 NO TELEMETRY READING eau 11 SPEED CONTROL ERROR 12 STRIDING BELT NOT CENTERED ON DECK 13 LIFT CONTROL ERROR cernere 14 WORKOUT PAUSE NOTIFY MAINTENANCE 15 SECTION II DIAGNOSTICS How To EXECUTE THE SERVICE es ioceeasevosuacvedpevecieteetoedacssboaaseact 1 DISPLAY TEST 2 EEPROM HE INCLINE CONTROL TEST 4 VIEWING OF USAGE STATISTICS wid WAXER CONTROL 6 HEART RATE MONITORING MODE 7 SPEED CONTROL OPERATION TEST 8 MANUAL TRACKING CONTROL OPERATION TEST 9 AUTOMATIC TRACKING CONTROL OPERATION 10 SECTION Ill How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE ANTI SCUFF PADS ad STOP SWITCH
81. ter target speed Unit will automatically activate the tracking motor to center the striding belt 2 Press the ENTER 0 key to stop the striding belt 3 Press CLEAR to exit the Diagnostic Program or press Program Keys to enter another Diagnostic Accounting function 10 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE ANTI SCUFF PADS Tools Required Non abrasive cleaning solution paper towels pencil scribe Step 1 Use a pencil to draw an outline of the upper corners of the worn ANTI SCUFF PAD on the FRAME Step 2 Peel the worn ANTI SCUFF PAD from the FRAME PANEL and clean the residue with a non abrasive cleaning solution and paper towels Step 3 Peel the protective backing from the new ANTI SCUFF PAD Step 4 Align the top two corners of the new ANTI SCUFF PAD with the lines drawn in Step 1 and press in place NOTE TO AVOID AIR BUBBLES THE TOP TWO CORNERS MUST BE ALIGNED EXACTLY BEFORE PRESSING DOWN THE ENTIRE ANTI SCUFF PAD Step 5 Press the remainder of the new ANTI SCUFF PAD against the FRAME PANEL Start at the top and apply even pressure downward to the bottom keeping an even distance to the edge of the STRIDING BELT NOTE IN THE EVENT OF AIR BUBBLES USE A SCRIBE TO MAKE A SMALL HOLE IN THE AIR BUBBLE THEN PRESS THE PAD DOWN AGAINST THE FRAME PANEL UNTIL THE AIR BUBBLE IS GONE SECTION III Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped T
82. th the help of another person slowly Tracking Sensor tilt the machine back down to it s working Spring Assembly position Step 9 Plug the unit back into the wall outlet Turn the power ON at the ON OFF switch it will lower itself when powering up The unit is now ready for operation Front Frame Cap 16 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE HANDRAIL FOOT COVER Tool Required Phillips screwdriver Step 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the four SCREWS from the worn HANDRAIL FOOT COVER Step 2 Remove the worn FOOT COVER Carefully bend the new FOOT COVER in the center and snap it over the HANDRAIL lowering it in place Step 3 Secure the new HANDRAIL FOOT COVER with the four SCREWS and a Phillips screwdriver Handrail Foot Cover E Screw 4 17 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To REMOVE AND REPLACE THE TRACKING MOTOR Tools Required Hex key wrench set socket and ratchet wrench set torque wrench removable LOCKTITE power OFF at the ON OFF switch and then unplug the unit from the electrical outlet dee key wrench to remove the three SCREWS from each of the user FRONT FRAME CAPS Remove the STRIDING BELT See How To and DECK See How To Leave the machine leaning on its left Step 4 Remove the TRACKING SENSOR SPRING ASSEMBLY See How To Frame Crossbar Front Ro
83. tions Unplug harness connector from display console Power unit ON If breaker is OK replace display console If breaker pops switch CPU board with another 9500HR treadmill Call Life Fitness Customer Support Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Wax Will Not Fill Properly Malfunction Probable Cause Corrective Action Fill valve in kit has crimped fill Check the fill valve for proper operation hose Check the fill hose for kinks straighten as necessary Check T connector for blockage Fill valve in treadmill is not fully vU Check fill valve in treadmill for proper open operation Fill hose in treadmill is crimped Check the fill hose for kinks straighten as necessary Lightly squeeze wax container Unit already is filled with wax Check Lines and bag to verify unit needs wax Call Life Fitness Customer Support Services 1 847 451 0036 or 1 800 351 3737 SECTION Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Wax Is Leaking From Treadmill Malfunction Probable Cause Corrective Action Wax Leak Partially open or faulty fill valve Q Fully close fill valve Loose hose connections Inspect hose connections and secure as necessary Replace hose connectors if necessary Faulty connection at T fitting Replace wax bag and all tubing
84. u may FAX us at any time 24 hours a day to either of the numbers shown A Life Fitness service representative will process your order or respond to your problem as quickly as possible 2 GE 5 IF BOTH SALE PLEASE INDICATE PRODUCT TROUBLESHOOTING WARRANTY CUSTOMER NO DATE CUSTOMER SUPPORT SERVICES CONTACT NAME METHOD OF SHIPMENT C 1 DAY C 2 DAY C GROUND PARTS ORDER FORM ITEM NO ITEM NO 1 PRODUCT TROUBLESHOOTING PRODUCT NAME SERIAL NO DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PROBLEM PRODUCT NAME SERIAL NO DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PROBLEM TIME RECEIVED TIME COMPLETED TECHNICIAN NAME CUSTOMER SUPPORT SERVICES 10601 W Belmont Ave Franklin Park IL 60131 PHONE 800 351 3737 Toll Free or 847 451 0036 FAX 800 216 8893 Toll Free or 847 288 3702 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills NOTES
85. wn for four minutes as indicated in the TIME window Step 4 Slacken the STRIDING BELT by turning the TENSIONING BOLT on user right side of unit counter clockwise Step 5 Remove the RIGHT HANDRAIL and REAR ROLLER GUARD The STRIDING BELT can now be removed and replaced Step 6 When installing the new STRIDING BELT it must be determined in which direction the BELT will be positioned to assure that it rotates in the proper direction for which it was designed Follow this three step cross checking approach to insure the STRIDING BELT is being installed properly 1 Check that the arrows stamped on the underside of the STRIDING BELT point in the direction of BELT rotation 2 Ifthe STRIDING BELT bears the Life Fitness logo it should be installed so it is readable to a person using the Treadmill 3 Find the seam on the underside of the STRIDING BELT Place your thumb on the top of the BELT and your forefinger on the bottom of the BELT at the seam You will notice on the top face of the BELT a shorter and longer raised edge on either side of the seam The shorter raised edge should always face towards the front of the Treadmill Continued 36 Life Fitness Model 9500 Series HR and Telemetry Equipped Treadmills How To ADJUST AND TENSION THE STRIDING BELT Continued Step 7 Maneuver the new STRIDING BELT over the STATIONARY LEG and onto the ROLLERS Position the new BELT as close to the center of both the FRONT and REAR ROLLER as possib

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