Horizon Fitness PST6 Treadmill User Manual
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1. START Simply press to begin exercising or starts your program ENTER Used to select Program Level and Time Press to change display feedback during workout Hold to scan ONE TOUCH INCLINE KEYS Used to reach desired incline more quickly G ONE TOUCH SPEED KEYS Used to reach desired speed more quickly H ONE TOUCH PROGRAM KEYS Choose from 10 preset programs PST 6 has 8 programs ODOMETER KEYS Used to change Odometer settings see page 16 J 1 2 KEYS One touch keys for increasing speed 0 5 mph increments and incline 0 5 increments K BACK LIT INCLINE INDICATORS Illuminate to indicate current incline L BACK LIT SPEED INDICATORS Illuminate to indicate current speed M SAFETY KEY POSITION Enables treadmill when safety key is inserted N WATER BOTTLE CD HOLDERS Holds personal workout equipment 0 READING RACK Holds reading material Remove sales sticker before use F s PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 14 15 MONITOR DISPLAY SPEED Shown as MPH Indicates how fast your walking or running surface is moving TIME e Shown as Minutes Seconds View the time remaining or the time elapsed in your workout PULSE Shown as Beats Per Minute Used to monitor your heart rate displayed when contact is made with both pulse grips DISTANCE e Shown as Miles Indicates distance traveled during your workout HOLD TO RESET TRIP INCLINE J LI2. BOLT A 50 mm Qty 2 NUT FLAT WASHER 13 mm Qty 6 Qty 2 BOLT D 16 mm Qty 6 A Open HARDWARE BAG 1 B Connect CONSOLE WIRES C Slide CONSOLE MASTS over BASE FRAME BRACKETS BASE FRAME BRACKET FLAT WASHERS B BOLT 0 gt __ D Insert BOLT A and FLAT WASHER B into bottom side hole and attach with NUT E Insert BOLT 0 and FLAT WASHER B into rear hole BOLT A F Repeat on other side BOLT D G Insert BOLT D and FLAT WASHER B into top side hole Insert BOLT D into rear most inside hole FLAT WASHER B BOLT D I Repeat on other side PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 8 9 ASSEMBLY STEP 2 HARDWARE BAG 2 CONTENTS SCREW E FLAT WASHER F LOCK WASHER 6 15 mm 16 mm 16 mm Qty 4 Qty 6 Qty 6 BOLT 0 12mm Qty 6 Open HARDWARE BAG 2 B Slide CONSOLE MAST BOOTS down over BASE FRAME C Lift RUNNING DECK to upright position D Insert 4 SCREWS E into inside holes of CONSOLE MAST BOOTS E Connect CONSOLE WIRES F Slide CONSOLE BRACKETS into CONSOLE MAST as shown G To attach CONSOLE insert 1 FLAT WASHER 1 LOCK WASHER G and 1 BOLT D into all 6 holes on upper CONSOLE MASTS FLAT WASHERS F LOCK WASHERS BOLTS D TROUBLESHOOTING CONDITIONING TREADMILL BEFORE IMPORTANT amp MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES OPERATION
3. FRIDAY COMMENTS MONDAY SATURDAY WEEKLY TOTALS SUNDAY DISTANCE CALORIES WEEKLY GOAL TIME COMMENTS ASSEMBLY BEFORE YOU BEGIN TUESDAY MONDAY WEDNESDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY WEDNESDAY FRIDAY THURSDAY SATURDAY WEEKLY TOTALS SUNDAY DISTANCE CALORIES WEEKLY GOAL TIME FRIDAY TREADMILL OPERATION COMMENTS MONDAY SATURDAY WEEKLY TOTALS SUNDAY DISTANCE CALORIES WEEKLY GOAL TIME COMMENTS GUIDELINES ss S S TUESDAY MONDAY WEDNESDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY WEDNESDAY FRIDAY THURSDAY TROUBLESHOOTING amp MAINTENANCE SATURDAY WEEKLY TOTALS PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 28 29 FRIDAY SATURDAY WEEKLY TOTALS LIMITED WARRANTY 7 25 05 1 50 02 PM MONTHLY LOG SHEETS NOILINGOYINI MONTH WEEK DISTANCE MONTHLY GOAL CALORIES SNOLLNVIIUd INULYOduWI AT amp WISSY 18 440194 DISTANCE MONTHLY TOTALS MONTHLY GOAL CALORIES 04340 THWI4L MONTHLY TOTALS SINITIGINI MONTH 5 gt S WEEK DISTANCE MONTHLY GOAL CALORIES JINUNIINIV 9 9 00
4. PROGRAM THR ZONE 1 amp 2 ests Automatically adjusts incline to maintain your Target Heart Rate Perfect for simulating the intensity of your ms favorite sport or everyday activity Time based goal x ea SS 1 Once the THR ZONE 1 or 2 program has been chosen press ENTER a 2 Choose a TARGET HEART RATE using the SPEED ARROW KEYS and press ENTER Note Use the chart provided in this guide to determine your target heart rate 2 3 Choose the desired TIME using the SPEED ARROW KEYS and press ENTER 2 4 Press START to begin your program e At this time your program has been successfully saved into memory and can be used for future workouts Sw e RESET your program information and delete it from memory press and hold the az ENTER key for 5 seconds after you have selected the THR ZONE 1 or 2 program e While using your saved program you are able to adjust the speed or incline but any changes will not be saved After the 5 minute warm up period the INCLINE level will increase gradually to get the user to the entered TARGET HEART RATE ZONE Once the user is at the TARGET HEART RATE ZONE plus or minus 5 beats per minute the INCLINE level will remain until you would rise above or drop below you TARGET HEART RATE ZONE at which time the incline would adjust accordingly The last 5 minutes of the program will begin the down period At this time the program will gradually decrease the resistance level
5. 5379 041 ALNVYYEM PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 30 31 MONTHLY TOTALS TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON PRODUCT QUESTIONS ARE THE SOUNDS MY TREADMILL MAKES NORMAL All treadmills make a certain type of thumping noise due to the belt riding over the rollers especially new treadmills This noise will diminish over time although may not totally go away Over time the belt will stretch causing the belt to ride smoother over the rollers WHY IS THE TREADMILL PURCHASED LOUDER THAN THE ONE AT THE STORE All fitness products seem quieter in a large store showroom because there is generally more background noise than in your home Also there will be less reverberation on a carpeted concrete floor than on a wood overlay floor Sometimes a heavy rubber mat will help reduce reverberation through the floor If a fitness product is placed close to a wall there will be more reflected noise WHEN SHOULD BE WORRIED ABOUT A NOISE As long as the sounds your treadmill makes are no louder than a normal conversational tone of voice it is considered normal noise PROBLEM The console does not light up SOLUTION Verify the following DOES THE RED LIGHT ON THE ON OFF SWITCH LIGHT UP IF YES e Double check that all connections are secure especially the console cable Unplug and reconnect the console cable to verity Make sure the console cable is not pinched or damaged in any way e Turn the power off
6. J a 11 L Ll CALORIES am INCLINE e Shown as Percent Indicates the incline of your walking or running surface CALORIES e Total Calories burned during your workout PROGRAM PROFILES e Represents the profile of the program being used speed during speed based programs and incline during incline based programs PACE e The rate of covering a mile while running or walking at your current speed For example If at your current speed it will take you 10 minutes to complete a mile the treadmill will display 10 0 as your pace IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION BEFORE YOU BEGIN Qi TROUBLESHOOTING CONDITIONING amp MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES OPERATION LIMITED WARRANTY 7 25 05 1 49 53 PM NOILINGOYINI SNOLLNVITUd AT8H3SSV INYLYOdMII 18 440194 S m sS JS Se JINUNIINIVN 9 SINITIOING JNILOOHSITENOUL ININOILIGNOD ALNVYYEM USING THE ODOMETER FUNCTION USER 1 USER 2 Logs User s total accumulated distance of current workout You will be prompted to select a USER during the final step in program set up See Page 17 Upon pressing either USER 1 or USER 2 and then START the Display window will default to your current accumulated workout s distance NOTE If you do not select a USER and just press START the Display window will default to program distance Neither USER TRIP or USER TOTAL will accumulate USER TRIP Logs Users accumul
7. NOTE APPLY MOISTURE HERE The chest strap must be tight and properly placed to receive an accurate and consistent readout If the chest strap is too loose or positioned improperly you may receive an erratic or inconsistent heart rate readout WARNING The heart rate function is not a medical device Various factors may affect the accuracy of your heart rate reading The heart rate reading is intended only as an exercise aid PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 16 17 GETTING STARTED SELECTING AN ODOMETER FUNCTION 1 Check to make sure nothing is on or will hinder the movement of the treadmill 2 Plug in the power cord and turn the treadmill ON 3 Stand on the side rails of the treadmill 4 Attach the safety key clip to part of your clothing 5 Insert the safety key into the safety keyhole in the console 6 You have two options to start your workout A QUICK START UP Simply press the START key to begin working out OR B SELECT A PROGRAM Select a PROGRAM using the ONE TOUCH PROGRAM KEYS or ARROW KEYS Once a PROGRAM has been chosen press ENTER SELECT A LEVEL Select PROGRAM LEVEL using the ARROW KEYS Once a PROGRAM LEVEL has been chosen press ENTER SET A TIME Select a TIME using the ARROW KEYS or use the default time Once a TIME has been chosen press ENTER SET ODOMETER See Page 16 for details Select a USER using the ODOMETER KEYS Once a USER has been chosen press START to begin
8. OFF SWITCH CONSOLE MAST CIRCUIT BREAKER MOTOR COVER POWER CORD RUNNING BELT RUNNING DECK WHEEL LOCKS TRANSPORT WHEELS _ FOOT LOCK LATCH PST 8 SHOWN REAR ROLLER ADJUSTMENT BOLTS TOOLS INCLUDED 5 mm Allen Wrench Phillips Screw Driver 8 mm Allen Wrench or 6 mm Allen Wrench Open end Wrench PARTS INCLUDED 1 Safety Key C 1 Console 1 Console Faceplate C 2 Console Masts C 2 Console Mast Boots 2Handlebars 1Power Cord C 3 Hardware Packs If you have questions or if there are any missing parts we will guarantee complete satisfaction Customer Tech Support contact information is located on the back panel of this manual TROUBLESHOOTING CONDITIONING TREADMILL BEFORE IMPORTANT amp MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES OPERATION YOU BEGIN ASSEMBLY PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION LIMITED WARRANTY 7 25 05 1 49 39 PM JINYNILNIYW 5 SINITIOIND NOILYYId0 NI938 NOA SNOLLNYIIUd QNILOOHSTT9NOUL SNINOLLIQNOD THNGYI4L 180418 ATAWISSY INVIYOdNI NOMINGOYLNI ALNVYYEM PRE ASSEMBLY NOTE It is recommended that you apply grease to the threads of each bolt as you assemble your treadmill to prevent loosening and noise Also during each assembly step ensure that ALL nuts and bolts are in place and partially threaded in before completely tightening any ONE bolt ASSEMBLY STEP 1 HARDWARE BAG 1 CONTENTS
9. SS m levers 30 45 60 65 70 zs eo 75 70 65 53 Q sss ee 33 49 65 75 zs 80 85 80 75 20 56 38 WARM UP and COOL DOWN last 5 00 minutes each and are included in program times ALNVYYEM LIMITED WARRANTY PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 18 19 7 25 05 1 49 56 PM Weer PROGRAM RACE c PROGRAM GOLF COURSE Simulates various INCLINES and yardages for holes on a golf course with 4 tee off boxes and 9 or 18 holes to choose from Distance based goal sS GOLF COURSE PROGRAM SEGMENTS Sz HOLE TOTAL NUMBER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 M H 1 13 H 15 16 17 18 PA an Red tee Elevation 00 1 0 20 3 0 25 10 20 25 15 27 9 Distance 309 359 283 256 113 387 91 351 333 White tee Elevation 00 1 0 20 30 25 10 20 25 15 Iholes Distance 331 427 330 295 129 466 91 369 431 Blue tee Elevation 00 1 0 20 30 25 10 20 25 15 Iholes Distance 345 460 337 308 142 484 97 389 441 Black tee Elevation 0 0 1 0 20 30 25 10 20 25 15 lt 3250 9 Distance 376 502 374 327 187 500 106 416 462 Red tee Elevation 0 0 1 0 20 3 0 25 10 20 25 15 35 25 20 40 25 30 20 50 20 pa 18 holes Distance 309 359 283 256 113 387 91 351 333
10. WITHOUT SECURING THE SAFETY KEY CLIP TO YOUR CLOTHING PULL ON THE SAFETY KEY CLIP FIRST TO MAKE SURE IT WILL NOT m COME OFF YOUR CLOTHING IMPORTANT PRECATTIONS INTRODUCTION ASSEMBLY Lui tS TROUBLESHOOTING CONDITIONING TREADMILL amp MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES OPERATION YOU BEGIN LIMITED WARRANTY 7 25 05 1 49 47 PM s PROPER USAGE ms Your treadmill is capable of reaching high speeds Always start off using a slower speed and adjust the speed in small increments to reach a higher speed level Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running When s not in use remove the safety key turn the on off switch to off and unplug the power cord Make sure to follow the 2 MAINTENANCE schedule located on page 33 in this manual Never step onto the treadmill when it is moving more than 0 5 mph Keep your body and head facing forward Do not attempt to turn around or look backwards while the treadmill is running Stop your workout immediately if you feel pain faint dizzy or are short of breath a Do not operate the treadmill if the power cord or plug is damaged If the treadmill appears to not be working properly do not use the treadmill h AWARNING FOLDING Firmly grasp the back end of the treadmill Carefully lift the end of the treadmill deck into the upright position until the foot lock latch engages and securely locks the deck into position Make sur
11. Wait until all red LED lights have gone off on the motor control board before proceeding Next verify that no wires are loose or disconnected TREADMILL BEFORE IMPORTANT OPERATION YOU BEGIN PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION CONDITIONING GUIDELINES 5 S amp MAINTENANCE LIMITED WARRANTY 7 25 05 1 50 02 PM NOILYYId0 NI938 NOA SNOLLNYIIUd ere eee TERT 180418 ATAWISSV INVIYOdNI NOILINGOYLNI SINITIOGING ININOILIGNOD Ro RO s S S ALNVYYEM PROBLEM The running belt does not stay centered during a workout SOLUTION Verity the following e Make sure the treadmill is on a level surface e Verify that the belt is properly tightened and centered Refer to the Adjustment section for detailed directions TROUBLESHOOTING HEART RATE Check your exercise environment for sources of interference such as fluorescent lights computers underground fencing home security systems or appliances containing large motors These items may cause erratic heart rate readouts You may experience an erratic readout under the following conditions e Gripping the heart rate handlebars too tight Try to maintain moderate pressure while holding onto the heart rate handlebars e Constant movement and vibration due to constantly holding the heart rate handlebars while exercising If you are receiving erratic heart rate readouts try to only hold the grips long enough to monitor you
12. and wait 60 seconds e T0 REMOVE MOTOR COVER lift running deck to access console mast boot screws lower deck after removing console mast boots all 4 screws can now be accessed to emove motor cover e Wait until all red LED lights have gone off on the motor control board before proceeding Next verify that no wires are loose or disconnected IF NO e Verify that the outlet the machine is plugged into is functional Double check that the breaker has not tripped it is on a dedicated 20 amp circuit it is not on GFCl equipped outlet and it is not plugged into a surge protector or extension cord e The power cord is not pinched or damaged and is properly plugged into the outlet AND the machine e The power switch is turned to the ON position PROBLEM The treadmill circuit breaker trips during a workout SOLUTION Verify the following e Make sure the treadmill is plugged into a dedicated 20 amp circuit e Verify that you do not have the machine on an extension cord or surge protector e Confirm that the machine is not plugged into GFCl equipped outlet or on a circuit that has a GFCl equipped outlet on it PROBLEM The treadmill shuts off when elevating SOLUTION Verify the following e Make sure there is enough slack in the power cord to reach to the wall during elevation e Verify that the console cable is not pinched between the handlebars and console mast e Turn the power off and wait 60 seconds See TO REMOVE MOTOR COVER above
13. tear improper assembly or maintenance or installation of parts or accessories not originally intended or compatible with the equipment as sold e Damage or failure due to accident abuse corrosion discoloration of paint or plastic neglect theft vandalism fire flood wind lightning freezing or other natural disasters of any kind power reduction fluctuation or failure from whatever cause unusual atmospheric conditions collision introduction of foreign objects into the covered unit or modifications that are unauthorized or not recommended by Horizon Fitness e Incidental or consequential damages Horizon Fitness is not responsible or liable for indirect special or consequential damages economic loss loss of property or profits loss of enjoyment or use or other consequential damages of whatsoever nature in connection with the purchase use repair or maintenance of the equipment e Equipment used for commercial purposes or any use other than a single family or Household unless endorsed by Horizon Fitness for coverage e Equipment owned or operated outside the US and Canada Delivery assembly installation setup for original or replacement units or labor or other costs associated with removal or replacement of the covered unit Any attempt to repair this equipment creates a risk of injury Horizon Fitness is not responsible or liable for any damage loss or liability arising from any personal injury incurred during the c
14. the treadmill e Keep power cord away from heated surfaces e Do not insert or drop any object into any opening e Unplug treadmill before moving or cleaning it To clean wipe surfaces down with soap and slightly damp cloth only never use solvents See MAINTENANCE e At no time should more than one person be on treadmill while in operation e The treadmills should not be used by persons weighing more than 375 pounds PST6 and 400 pounds PST 8 Failure to comply will void the warranty e The treadmills are intended for in home use only Do not use this treadmill in any commercial rental school or institutional setting Failure to comply will void the warranty e Do not use treadmill in any location that is not temperature controlled such as garages porches pool rooms bathrooms car ports or outdoors Failure to comply may void the warranty e Use the treadmill only as described in this manual At NO time should pets or children under the age of 12 be closer to the treadmill than 10 feet At NO time should children under the age of 12 use the treadmill Children over the age of 12 should not use the treadmill without adult supervision OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR TREADMILL h OPERATION IM reduce the risk of damaging important components on your treadmill it is strongly recommended that your treadmill is plugged into a dedicated 20 amp outlet without IMPORTANT The treadmill is not compatible with G
15. to give the user a smooth cool down S m sS JS Se JINUNIINIVN 9 SINITIOING JNILOOHSITENOUL ININOILIGNOD ALNVYYEM PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 22 23 PROGRAM CUSTOM 1 amp 2 Lets you create and reuse a perfect workout for you with specific speed incline and time combination The ultimate in personal programming Time based goal 1 Once the CUSTOM 1 or 2 program has been chosen press ENTER 2 Choose the desired TIME using the SPEED ARROW KEYS and press ENTER 3 Choose the desired SPEED for each segment using the SPEED ARROW KEYS and press ENTER Note You will need to press ENTER after each segment 4 Choose the desired INCLINE for each segment using the SPEED ARROW KEYS and press ENTER Note You will need to press ENTER after each segment 5 Press START to begin your program At this time your program has been successfully saved into memory and can be used for future workouts Jo RESET your program information and delete it from memory press and hold the ENTER key for 5 seconds after you have selected the CUSTOM 1 or 2 program e While using your saved program you are able to adjust the speed or incline but any changes will not be saved IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY PRECATTIONS INTRODUCTION BEFORE YOU BEGIN Qi TROUBLESHOOTING CONDITIONING amp MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES OPERATION LIMITED WARRANTY 7 25 05 1 49 58 PM NOILYYId0 NI938 NOA SNOLNYIJ4d TERT
16. your workout FINISHING YOUR WORKOUT When your workout is complete the MONITOR DISPLAY will flash and beep Your workout information will stay displayed on the console for 30 seconds and then reset CLEAR CURRENT SELECTION To clear the current program selection or screen hold the STOP button for 4 5 seconds SCAN VIEWING SCREENS PST8 ONLY To have the display screen rotate continuously hold the ENTER button for 4 5 seconds It will cycle between Incline and Calories IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY PRECATTIONS INTRODUCTION BEFORE YOU BEGIN Qi TROUBLESHOOTING CONDITIONING amp MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES OPERATION LIMITED WARRANTY 7 25 05 1 49 55 PM NOILINGOYINI INTRODUCTION PROGRAM INFORMATION KD PROGRAM WEIGHT LOSS Challenges with various combinations of hills and valleys INCLINE amp SPEED levels Time based goal with 10 L PROGRAM MANUAL difficulty levels to choose from b s S WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM SEGMENTS all segments last 30 seconds SS Allows On The Fly manual SPEED and INCLINE changes Time based goal __ 2 3 j F P 55 er MM oo Isu sls a Sa pee 8 f A PROGRAM INTERVALS 00
17. 180418 ATAWISSV INVIYOdNI SINITIGINI 5 gt s JINUNIINIV 9 9 00 5379 041 ALNVYYEM CONDITIONING GUIDELINES ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE BEGINNING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM HOW OFTEN Frequency of Workouts The American Heart Association recommends that you exercise at least 3 to 4 days per week to maintain cardiovascular fitness If you have other goals such as weight or fat loss you will achieve your goal faster with more frequent exercise Whether it s 3 days or 6 days remember that your ultimate goal should be to make exercise a lifetime habit Many people are successful staying with a fitness program if they set aside a specific time of day to exercise It doesn t matter whether it s in the morning before breakfast during lunch hour or while watching the evening news Whats more important is that it s a time that allows you to keep a schedule and a time when you won t be interrupted To be successful with your fitness program you have to make it a priority in your life So decide on a time pull out your day planner and pencil in your exercise times for the next month HOW LONG Duration of Workouts For aerobic exercise benefits it s recommended that you exercise from between 24 and 60 minutes per session But start slowly and gradually increase your exercise times If you ve been sedentary during the past year it may be a good idea to keep your exercise times to as li
18. 301 301 165 288 434 312 310 150 455 White tee Elevation 0 0 10 20 30 25 10 20 25 15 25 25 20 40 25 30 20 20 Sw 18 holes Distance 331 427 330 295 129 466 97 369 431 407 339 179 368 548 349 376 166 509 lt evation A i A i SA Blue tee Elevation 0 0 1 0 20 30 25 10 20 20 15 35 25 20 40 25 30 20 50 20 a az 18 holes Distance 345 460 337 308 142 484 97 389 441 413 349 187 376 560 373 383 383 532 Black tee Elevation 00 10 20 20 25 10 20 25 15 35 25 20 40 26 30 20 50 20 18 holes Distance 376 502 374 327 187 500 106 416 462 430 373 201 393 572 396 401 178 543 S m sS JS Se JINUNIINIVN 9 SINITIOING JNILOOHSITENOUL ININOILIGNOD ALNVYYEM PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 20 21 Distance Yards Challenge the computer to a Race customize pace SPEED and DISTANCE Program is designed to add motivation to a workout by allowing you to compete against a selected pacer 1 Once the RACE PROGRAM has been chosen press ENTER 2 Choose a desired Pace Speed using the SPEED ARROW KEYS and press ENTER The selected pace is the pace you will be racing against You will choose your own speed after the program has started and WARM UP is complete 3 Choose a d
19. Daily Energy Levels The key to reaping these benefits is to develop an exercise habit Your new treadmill will help you eliminate obstacles that prevent you from exercising Inclement weather and darkness won t interfere with your workout when you use your treadmill in the comfort of your home This guide provides you with basic information for using and enjoying your new machine LOCATION OF THE TREADMILL i tot Place the treadmill on a level surface There should be 6 feet of clearance behind the treadmill 3 feet on each side and one foot in front for folding and the power cord Do not place the treadmill in any area that will block any vent or air openings The treadmill should not be located in a garage 3 feet 3 feet covered patio near water or outdoors h AWARNING h DO NOT STAND ON THE BELT While you are preparing to use the treadmill do not stand on the belt 6 feet Place your feet on the side rails before starting the treadmill Start walking on the belt only after the belt has begun to move Never start the treadmill at a fast running speed and attempt to jump on SAFETY KEY Your treadmill will not start unless the safety key is placed in position Attach the clip end securely to your clothing This safety key is designed to cut the power to the treadmill if you should fall Check the operation of the safety key every 2 weeks NEVER USE THE TREADMILL
20. FCI equipped outlets the use of an additional extension cord and or power strip It is essential that your treadmill is used only indoors in a climate controlled room If your treadmill has been exposed to colder temperatures or high moisture climates it is strongly recommended that the treadmill is warmed up to room temperature before first time use Failure to do so may cause premature electronic failure INTRODUCTION Q TROUBLESHOOTING CONDITIONING TREADMILL BEFORE ASSEMBLY amp MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES OPERATION YOU BEGIN PRECAUTIONS LIMITED WARRANTY 7 25 05 1 49 37 PM JONUNTINIY SINITIOIND NOILYYId0 NI938 NOA SNOLLNYIIUd QNILOOHSTT9NOUL NINOIHIQN02 TERT 180418 ATAWISSY INVIYOdNI NOMINGOYLNI ALNVYYEM ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT READ THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AWARNING a NA NA SA During the assembly process of the treadmill there are several areas that special attention must be paid It is very important to follow the assembly instructions correctly and to make sure all parts are firmly tightened If the assembly instructions are not followed correctly the treadmill could have frame parts that are not tightened and will seem loose and may cause irritating noises There should be no side to side play in the console masts or any forward and back play in the console assembly or handlebars If there is any play in these areas the treadmill has not been proper
21. NILOOHSTIANOUL SNINOILIONO3I 340438 amp rq Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of AWARNING electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt x IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this treadmill When using an electrical product basic precautions should always be followed including the following Read all instructions before using this treadmill It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions If you have any questions after reading this manual contact Customer Tech Support at the number listed on the back panel of this manual IN Connect this exercise product to a properly grounded outlet only See grounding A WARNIN instructions GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This product must be grounded If a treadmill should malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electrical shock This product is equipped with cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances as to whether the product is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the
22. PERFORMANCE SERIES FOR MODELS PST6 PST8 TREADMILL USER S GUIDE INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION CONGRATULATIONS and THANK YOU for your purchase of this Performance Series treadmill Whether your goal is to win races or simply enjoy a fuller healthier lifestyle a Performance Series treadmill can help you attain it adding club quality performance to your at home workouts with the ergonomics and innovative features you need to get stronger and healthier faster Because we re committed to designing fitness equipment from the inside out we use only the highest quality components It s a commitment we back with of the strongest frame to motor warranty packages in the industry IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ASSEMBLY You want exercise equipment that offers the most comfort the best reliability and the highest quality in its class The Horizon Performance Series delivers BEFORE YOU BEGIN TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Precautions 4 TREADMILL OPERATION Assembly 6 Before You Begin 11 Treadmill Operation 14 CONDITIONING GUIDELINES Conditioning Guidelines 24 Troubleshooting amp Maintenance 31 Limited Warranty 34 TROUBLESHOOTING amp MAINTENANCE CONTACT INFORMATION Back Panel LIMITED WARRANTY PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 2 3 7 25 05 1 49 36 PM NOIMINGOUINI a 55 gt 5 aD e com JONYNFINIYW 8 SINITIOING NOLYuIdO NI938 NOA TAT S
23. Rate Zone Target Heart Rate Zone tells you the number of times per minute your heart needs to beat to achieve a desired workout effect It is represented as a percentage of the maximum number of times your heart can beat per minute Target Zone will vary for each individual depending on age current level of conditioning and personal fitness goals The American Heart Association recommends working out at a Target Heart Rate Zone of between 60 and 75 of your maximum heart rate A beginner will want to workout in the 60 range while a more experienced exerciser will want to workout in the 70 75 range See chart for reference EXAMPLE BEATS PER MINUTE AGE 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 For a 42 year old user Find age along the bottom of the chart round to 40 follow age column up to the target zone bar Results 60 of maximum Hear Rate 108 Beats Per Minute 75 of maximum Heart Rate 135 Beat Per Minute ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE BEGINNING AN EXERCISE PROGRAM TREADMILL BEFORE IMPORTANT OPERATION YOU BEGIN PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION GUIDELINES S TROUBLESHOOTING amp MAINTENANCE LIMITED WARRANTY 7 25 05 1 49 59 PM NOILYYId0 NI938 NOA SNOLNYIJ4d TERT 180418 ATAWISSV INVIYOdNI 53 130119 S 5 JINUNIINIV 9 9 00 5379 041 ALNVYYEM STRETCHING STRETCH FIRST Before using your product it is best to t
24. YOU BEGIN ASSEMBLY PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION LIMITED WARRANTY 7 25 05 1 49 41 PM S ASSEMBLY STEP 3 HARDWARE BAG 3 CONTENTS SCREW H LOCK WASHER 1 BOLT J 3 lt ism SS FLAT WASHER LOCK WASHER 1 BOLT M 19mm 9 16 9 Open HARDWARE BAG 3 Attach 2 CONSOLE CABLES into CONSOLE FACEPLATE the faceplate Attach FACEPLATE to the Se console using 3 SCREWS H om CONSOLE CABLES SA em CONSOLE on Slide HANDLEBARS onto CONSOLE as shown To attach HANDLEBARS to CONSOLE insert 2 LOCK SINITIGING ININOILIQNOD LOCK WASHERS 1 BOLTS J JINUNIINIV 9 JNILOOHSITENOUL WASHERS I and 2 BOLTS J into inside holes underneath HANDLEBARS and insert 2 FLAT WASHERS K 2 LOCK WASHERS L and 2 BOLTS M into outermost holes underneath HANDLEBARS Repeat for other side YOU RE FINISHED ALNVYYEM PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 10 11 BEFORE YOU BEGIN CONGRATULATIONS on choosing your treadmill You ve taken an important step in developing and sustaining an exercise program Your treadmill is a tremendously effective tool for achieving your personal fitness goals Regular use of your treadmill can improve the quality of your life in so many ways HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF EXERCISE e Weight Loss e A Healthier Heart mproved Muscle Tone e Increased
25. a5 25 20 veld 2 80 40 20 sco 65 70 75 eo 75 70 65 53 35 tevel 10 SURE 20 85 40 85 OME evel Pen 20 25 35 35 30 25 25 25 30 35 25 20 WARM UP and COOL DOWN last 5 00 minutes each and are included in program times Speed a8 65 ie 73 20 5 74 24 20 28 WARM UP COOL DOWN last 5 00 minutes each and are included in program times TREADMILL OPERATION m E PROGRAM ROLLING Motivates with different combinations of SPEED Time based goal with 10 difficulty levels to choose from ROLLING PROGRAM SEGMENTS all segments last 30 seconds cs s s Ss Q S3NITQI09 ININOILIGNOD MPH WARM UP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 35 30 25 S 25 i5 tevel2 13 19 25 30 35 40 45 40 35 30 B 26 18 tevel3 15 23 30 35 40 45 50 45 40 35 30 20 E wia 18 26 35 40 45 50 55 50 45 40 5 34 23 Su level s 20 30 40 45 so 55 60 ss so 45 BS 28 25 SS levis 23 34 45 so ss 60 65 ss so Sy 41 28 SS me 25 38 50 55 60 65 70 65 so ss S 45 30 a s lla 28 41 55 60 65 zo zs 70 65 60 49 33
26. a5 15 15 10 os 10 os 10 15 05 00 Walk or run a series of alternating SPEED levels Time based goal with 10 difficulty levels to choose from Sped eee 2 20 35 35 5 lhe x Elevatin 05 10 20 20 15 10 10 10 15 20 10 05 gt a INTERVALS PROGRAM SEGMENTS levels 15 23 30 35 40 45 50 45 40 35 30 20 05 10 20 20 15 10 10 10 15 20 ae peak segments last 30 seconds valley segments last 90 seconds eve soot WEI RARA 2 sea a Hoan 45 45 25 25 20 15 15 15 20 25 as 20 Level imeem 2 40 20 407 taza owl Seed 20 30 40 45 50 55 60 55 50 45 38 25 Level 2 45 20 45 2 Elevation 15 15 25 25 20 15 15 15 20 25 2 5 25 SS 28 a4 45 50 55 60 65 60 55 5 amp a ae Level 2 5 727 55 tev 15 20 30 30 25 20 20 20 25 30 s 20 15 ES BS ee Speed 25 38 50 55 60 65 75 65 55 45 30 a m vel 7 65 30 55 Se Elevation 15 20 30 25 20 20 20 25 30 2 15 lol 70 35 70 amp 26 18 levels ed 28 a1 55 60 05 zo 75 70 65 49 z 75 35 75 25 35 30 25 25 25 go
27. ake a few minutes to do a few gentle stretching exercises Stretching prior to exercise will improve flexibility and reduce chances of exercise related injury Ease into each of these stretches with a slow gentle motion Do not stretch to the point of pain Make sure not to bounce while doing these stretches 1 STANDING CALVE MUSCLE STRETCH Stand near a wall with the toes of your left foot about 18 from the wall and the right foot about 12 behind the other foot Lean forward pushing against the wall with your palms Keep your heels flat and hold this position for a count of 15 seconds Make sure that you do not bounce while stretching Repeat on the other side 2 STANDING QUADRICEPS STRETCH Using a wall to provide balance grasp your left ankle with your left hand and hold your foot against the back of your thigh for 15 seconds Repeat with your right ankle and hand L 3 SITTING HAMSTRING amp LOWER BACK MUSCLE STRETCH Sit on the floor with your legs together and straight out in front of you Do not lock your knees Extend your fingers towards your toes and hold for a count of 15 seconds Make sure that you do not bounce while stretching Sit upright again Repeat one time PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 26 27 THE IMPORTANCE OF WARM UP amp COOL DOWN WARM UP The first 2 to 5 minutes of a workout should be devoted to warming up The warm up will limber your muscles and prepare them for m
28. amp MAINTENANCE LIMITED WARRANTY 7 25 05 1 50 03 PM SINITI0IN9 NOILYYJd0 NI938 NOA SNOLNYIJYd ININOILIONOI THNOWIL 340239 IN LYOdWI J3 NVN3INIVI 9 JNILOOHSITENOUL o lt LIMITED HOME USE WARRANTY FRAME e LIFETIME Horizon Fitness warrants the frame against defects in workmanship and materials for the lifetime of the original owner DRIVE MOTOR ELEVATION 20 YEARS Horizon Fitness warrants the drive elevation motors against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of seven years from the date of purchase so long as the device remains in the possession of the original owner ELECTRONICS amp PARTS 1 YEAR Horizon Fitness warrants the electronic components finish and all original parts for a period of one year from the date of original purchase so long as the device remains in the possession of the original owner LABOR e 1 YEAR Horizon Fitness shall cover the labor cost for the repair of the device for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase so long as the device remains in the possession of the original owner EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS Who IS covered e The original owner and is not transferable What IS covered e Repair or replacement of a defective motor electronic component or defective part and is the sole remedy of the warranty PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 34 35 What IS NOT covered e Normal wear and
29. ated distance since the Trip feature was last reset During your workout press the USER button once and TRIP will be displayed To reset TRIP DISTANCE hold the USER button for 3 seconds TRIP DISTANCE will reset to 0 0 USER TOTAL Logs User s total accumulated distance on the treadmill During your workout press the USER button twice and TOTAL will be displayed USER TOTAL cannot be reset During your workout press the USER button 3 times to return to current program s distance NOTE A User cannot be selected once a program has started HEART RATE HANDLEBARS Place the palm of your hands directly on the grip pulse handlebars Both hands must grip the bars for your heart rate to register It takes 5 consecutive heart beats 15 20 seconds for your heart rate to register When gripping the pulse handlebars do not grip tightly Holding the grips tightly may elevate your blood pressure Keep a loose cupping hold You may experience an erratic readout if consistently holding the grip pulse handlebars Make sure to clean the pulse sensors to ensure proper contact can be maintained See page 32 BACKSIDE OF CHEST TRANSMITTER WIRELESS CHEST TRANSMITTER Chest strap included with PST8 only Prior to wearing the wireless chest transmitter on your chest moisten the two rubber electrodes with water Center the chest strap just below the breast or pectoral muscles directly over your sternum with the logo facing out
30. e the deck is securely latched before letting go To unfold firmly grasp the back end of the treadmill Gently press down on the foot lock latch with your foot until the lock latch disengages Carefully lower the deck to the ground Ss az rN 0340 TIIWI V341 MOVING Your treadmill has 4 transport wheels built into the frame To move make sure the treadmill is folded and securely latched To unlock wheels push down on the top lever of all 4 wheel locks located on the corners of the base frame Then firmly grasp the handlebars and slowly move the treadmill After moving to the desired location push down on the bottom lever of all 4 wheel locks V gt SINITIGING ININOILIGNOD rD NOTE All 4 wheels MUST be locked before using the treadmill U a s SS m q Our Treadmills are heavy use care and additional help if necessary when moving AWAR NING Do not attempt to move or transport treadmill unless it is in the upright folded e oe w position with the lock latch secured Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury s PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 12 13 TENSIONING THE RUNNING BELT The running belt has been properly adjusted at the factory before it was shipped At times the belt can move off center during shipment CAUTION Running belt should NOT be moving during tensioning Over tightening
31. e upright position making sure that the lock latch is secure Move the treadmill to a remote location Wipe or vacuum any dust particles or other objects that may have accumulated underneath the treadmill Return the treadmill to its previous position If the above troubleshooting section does not remedy the problem discontinue use and turn the power off PLEASE CALL CUSTOMER TECH SUPPORT AT THE NUMBER ON THE BACK PANEL The following information may be asked of you when you call Please have these items readily available Model Name e Serial Number e Date of Purchase receipt or credit card statement In order for Customer Tech Support to service your treadmill they may need to ask detailed questions about the symptoms that are occurring Some troubleshooting questions that may be asked are e How long has this problem been occurring e Does this problem occur with every use With every user e f you are hearing a noise does it come from the front or the back What kind of noise is it thumping grinding squeaking chirping etc e Has the machine been lubricated and maintained per the maintenance schedule Answering these and other questions will give the technicians the ability to send proper replacement parts and the service necessary to get you and your Horizon Fitness treadmill running again PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 32 33 EVERY MONTH IMPORTANT e nspect all assembly bolts of the machine for proper tig
32. esired Distance Miles using the SPEED ARROW KEYS and press ENTER 4 Press START to begin workout Note this is a distance based program The time it will take you to complete the race is determined by the speed and distance selected e Upon pressing START the program will be broken up into 13 segments The first segment will be dedicated to a WARM UP which will be half of the selected pace Speed The middle segments will consist of the RACE with the last segment dedicated to a COOL DOWN which will be half of the selected Pace your speed will automatically be reduced for cool down segment NOTE The race distance does not include the time for WARM UP and COOL DOWN as they are a set time of 2 5 minutes each e You can adjust your own speed at any time during the program by pressing the SPEED ARROW KEYS or by using the ONE TOUCH SPEED KEYS e You can set the Pace speed from 1 0 12 0 mph in 5 mph increments and Distance from 1 10 miles in 1 mile increments e f you beat the pacer to the finish line the console will flash and scroll YOU WIN and begin your cool down If the pacer wins the console will flash and scroll PACER WINS Then you will finish the race and begin your cool down IMPORTANT ASSEMBLY PRECATTIONS INTRODUCTION BEFORE YOU BEGIN Qi TROUBLESHOOTING CONDITIONING amp MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES OPERATION LIMITED WARRANTY 7 25 05 1 49 58 PM Q S s gt
33. htness e Raise the elevation to 6 incline e Turn off the treadmill with the on off switch then unplug the power cord and wait 60 seconds e Remove the motor cover Wait until ALL LED lights turn off e Clean the motor and lower board area to eliminate any lint or dust particles that may have accumulated Failure to do so may result in premature failure of key electrical components EVERY 6 MONTHS lt may be necessary to lubricate your treadmill running deck every six months to maintain optimal performance of your treadmill Only use lubricant provided by Horizon Fitness Please contact Horizon Fitness with questions about applying lubricant to your treadmill e Turn off the treadmill with the on off switch then unplug the power cord at the wall outlet e loosen both the rear roller bolts For best results place two removable marks on both sides of the frame and note roller position Once the belt is loosened take the bottle of lubricant and apply it to the entire top surface of the running deck Tighten both rear roller bolts matching up the marks for proper position to original position After you have applied lubricant plug in the power cord insert the safety key start the treadmill and walk on the belt for two minutes to spread the lubricant e lubricate the air shocks with Teflon based spray TREADMILL BEFORE IMPORTANT OPERATION YOU BEGIN PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION CONDITIONING GUIDELINES 5 S
34. justment is needed Repeat if necessary until the belt remains centered during use If the running belt is too far to the left side With the treadmill running at 1 2 mph turn the right adjustment bolt counter clockwise 1 4 TURN at a time using the supplied Allen wrench Check the belt alignment Allow belt to run a full cycle to gauge if more adjustment is needed Repeat if necessary until the belt remains centered during use IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION ASSEMBLY Lui tS a TROUBLESHOOTING CONDITIONING TREADMILL amp MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES OPERATION YOU BEGIN LIMITED WARRANTY 7 25 05 1 49 52 PM SNOLLNVITUd AT8H3SSV INYLYOdMII 18 440194 S SS J NVN3INIVI 9 S3NITQI09 9 00 5379 041 ININOILIGNOD ALNVYYEM TREADMILL OPERATION ONE TOUCH INCLINE i rrr ry i Note There is a thin protective sheet of clear plastic on the overlay of the console and should be removed A MONITOR DISPLAY Speed Time Pulse Distance Odometer Incline Calories Pace and Program Profiles PST6 has single large screen ADDITIONAL DISPLAY WINDOWS Pulse Pace Time and Speed PST 8 only STOP Press to pause end your workout Hold for 3 seconds to reset the treadmill D
35. ly assembled To prevent damage to the treadmill the assembly instructions must be reviewed and corrective actions should be taken UNPACKING Place the treadmill carton on a level flat surface It is recommended that you place a protective covering on your floor Take CAUTION when handling and transporting this unit Never open box when it is on its side Once the banding straps have been removed do not lift or transport this unit unless it is fully assembled and in the upright folded position with the lock latch secure Unpack the unit where it will be used The enclosed treadmill is equipped with high pressure shocks and may spring open if mishandled Never grab hold of any portion of the incline frame and attempt to lift or move the treadmill FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN INJURY Before proceeding find your treadmill s serial number and model name located to the left of the on off power switch and power cord and enter it in the space provided below ENTER YOUR SERIAL NUMBER AND MODEL NAME IN THE BOXES BELOW SERIAL NUMBER MODEL NAME Refer to the SERIAL NUMBER and MODEL NAME when calling for service Also enter this serial number on your Warranty Card PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 6 7 READING RACK CONSOLE WATER BOTTLE HOLDER TOUCH PAD PANEL WITH BLUE BACK LIT DISPLAY GRIP PULSE HANDRAILS SAFETY KEY PLACEMENT ON
36. one email or our website Customer Tech Support Hotline 1 800 244 4192 Email comments horizonfitness com Website www horizonfitness com Customer Tech Support hours Monday Friday 8 am 5 pm CST excluding holidays NOTE Please read the TROUBLESHOOTING section before contacting Customer Tech Support DO NOT return the treadmill to the store 800 Burton Blvd DeForest WI 53532 Tel 1 800 244 4192 Fax 608 842 1660 PST6 PST8 Rev 1 6 2005 Horizon Fitness Products Designed amp Engineered in the U S A Made in China PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 36 7 25 05 1 50 03 PM
37. ore strenuous exercise Make sure that you warm up on your product at a slow pace The warm up should gradually bring your heart rate into your Target Heart Rate Zone COOL DOWN Never stop exercising suddenly A cool down period of 3 5 minutes allows your heart to readjust to the decreased demand Make sure that your cool down period consists of a very slow pace to allow your heart rate to lower After the cool down repeat the stretching exercises listed above to loosen and relax your muscles ACHIEVING YOUR FITNESS GOALS An important step in developing a long term fitness program is to determine your goals Is your primary goal for exercising to lose weight Improve muscle Reduce stress Prepare for the spring racing schedule Knowing what your goals are will help you develop a more successful exercise program Below are some common exercise goals e Weight Loss lower intensity longer duration workouts mprove Body Shape and Tone interval workouts alternate between hi and low intensities Increased Energy Level more frequent daily workouts mproved Sports Performance high intensity workouts mproved Cardiovascular Endurance moderate intensity longer duration workouts If possible try to define your personal goals in precise measurable terms and then put your goals in writing The more specific you can be the easier it will be to track your progress If your goals are long term divide them up into monthl
38. ourse of or as a result of any repair or attempted repair of your fitness equipment by other than an authorized service technician All repairs attempted by you on your fitness equipment are undertaken AT YOUR OWN RISK and Horizon Fitness shall have no liability for any injury to the person or property arising from such repairs SERVICE RETURNS e In home service is available within 150 miles of the nearest authorized repair center Mileage beyond 150 miles from an authorized service center is the responsibility of the consumer e All returns must be pre authorized by Horizon Fitness e Horizon Fitness obligation under this warranty is limited to replacing or repairing at Horizon Fitness option the equipment at one of its authorized service centers A Horizon Fitness authorized service center must receive all equipment for which a warranty claim is made This equipment must be received with all freight and other transportation charges prepaid accompanied by sufficient proof of purchase e Parts and electronic components reconditioned to As New Condition by Horizon Fitness or its vendors may sometimes be supplied as warranty replacement parts and constitute fulfillment of warranty terms e This warranty gives you specific legal rights and your rights may vary from state to state 7 25 05 1 50 03 PM CUSTOMER TECH SUPPORT If you have any questions or comments you may contact one of our trained customer technicians via ph
39. product If it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician This product is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated below A temporary adapter such as the one illustrated below may be used to connect this plug to a 2 pole receptacle as shown if a properly grounded outlet is not available The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician The green colored rigid ear lug or the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place by a metal screw 3 Pole Grounded Outlet GROUNDED TREADMILL POWER CORD 2 Pole Outlet in Grounded Box ADAPTER GROUNDED xQ TREADMILL POWER CORD Q METAL GROUNDING SCREW PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 4 5 h ten 70 reduce the risk of burns fire electrical shock or injury to persons h e Never use the treadmill before securing the safety tether clip to your clothing e f you experience chest pains nausea dizziness or shortness of breath stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing e Do not wear clothes that might catch on any part of the treadmill e Always wear athletic shoes while using this equipment e Do not jump on
40. r heart rate When you are breathing heavily during a workout When your hands are constricted by wearing a ring When your hands are dry or cold Try to moisten your palms by rubbing them together to warm Anyone with heavy arrhythmia e Anyone with arteriosclerosis or peripheral circulation disorder e Anyone whose skin on the measuring palm is especially thick MAINTENANCE Cleanliness of your treadmill and its operation environment will keep maintenance problems and service calls to a minimum For this reason we recommend that the following preventive maintenance schedule be followed AFTER EACH USE DAILY Clean and inspect following these steps e Turn off the treadmill with the on off switch then unplug the power cord at the wall outlet e Wipe down the running belt deck motor cover and console casing with a damp cloth Never use solvents as they can cause damage to the treadmill e Inspect the power cord If the power cord is damaged contact Horizon Fitness e Make sure the power cord is not underneath the treadmill or in any other area where it can become pinched or cut e Check the tension and alignment of the running belt Make sure that the treadmill belt will not damage any other components on the treadmill by being misaligned EVERY WEEK Clean underneath the treadmill following these steps e Turn off the treadmill with the on off switch then unplug the power cord at the wall outlet Fold the treadmill into th
41. the running belt can cause excessive wear on the treadmill as well as its components Never over tighten the belt If you can feel a slipping sensation when running on the treadmill the running belt must be tightened In most cases the belt has stretched from use causing the belt to slip This is a normal and common adjustment To eliminate this slipping turn the treadmill off and tension BOTH THE REAR ROLLER BOLTS using the supplied Allen wrench turning them 1 4 TURN to the right as shown the treadmill on and check for slipping Repeat if necessary but NEVER TURN the roller bolts more than 144 turn at a time Belt is properly tensioned when the slipping sensation is gone Belt is too far to the right side Belt is too far to the left side CENTERING THE RUNNING BELT The running belt has been properly adjusted at the factory before it was shipped At times the belt can move off center during shipment Before operating the treadmill make sure the belt is centered and remains centered to maintain smooth operation CAUTION Do not run belt faster than 1 2 mph while centering Keep fingers hair and clothing away from belt at all times If the running belt is too far to the right side With the treadmill running at 1 2 mph turn the right adjustment bolt clockwise 1 4 TURN at a time using the supplied Allen wrench Check the belt alignment Allow belt to run a full cycle to gauge if more ad
42. ttle as five minutes initially Your body will need time to adjust to the new activity If your goal is weight loss a longer exercise session at lower intensities has been found to be most effective A workout time of 48 minutes or more is recommended for best weight loss results HOW HARD Intensity of Workouts How hard you workout is also determined by your goals If you use your treadmill to prepare for a 5K run you will probably work out at a higher intensity than if your goal is general fitness Regardless of your long term goals always begin an exercise program at low intensity Aerobic exercise does not have to be painful to be beneficial There are two ways to measure your exercise intensity The first is by monitoring your heart rate using the grip pulse handlebars or a wireless chest transmitter may be sold separately and the second is by evaluating your perceived exertion level this is simpler than it sounds PERCEIVED EXERTION LEVEL A simple way to gauge your exercise intensity is to evaluate your perceived exertion level While exercising if you are too winded to maintain a conversation without gasping you are working out too hard A good rule of thumb is to work to the point of exhilaration not exhaustion If you cannot catch your breath it s time to slow down Always be aware of these warning signs of overexertion PST6 PST8 Treadmill Rev 1 6 indd 24 25 TARGET HEART RATE ZONE CHART What is Target Heart
43. y and weekly segments Longer term goals can lose some of the immediate motivation benefits Short term goals are easier to achieve Your console provides you with several readouts that can be used to record your progress You can track Distance Calories or Time KEEPING AN EXERCISE DAIRY To make your personal exercise log book photocopy the weekly and monthly log sheets which are located on the following pages or you can print them off of your computer by going to www horizontitness com guides weeklylog pdf www horizontitness com guides monthlylog pdf As your fitness improves you can look back and see how far you ve come TREADMILL BEFORE IMPORTANT OPERATION YOU BEGIN PRECAUTIONS INTRODUCTION GUIDELINES S S TROUBLESHOOTING amp MAINTENANCE LIMITED WARRANTY 7 25 05 1 50 00 PM NI938 SNOLLNYIIUd 180418 ATAWISSV INVIYOdNI NOIVA Jd0 THWOYI4L SINITIGINI S 5 JINUNIINIV 9 9 00 5379 041 ALNVYYEM WEEKLY LOG SHEETS SUNDAY DISTANCE CALORIES WEEKLY GOAL TIME COMMENTS MONDAY SUNDAY DISTANCE CALORIES WEEKLY GOAL TIME COMMENTS INTRODUCTION TUESDAY MONDAY WEDNESDAY TUESDAY IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS THURSDAY WEDNESDAY FRIDAY THURSDAY SATURDAY WEEKLY TOTALS SUNDAY DISTANCE CALORIES WEEKLY GOAL TIME
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