FreeMotion FMTL825090, FMTL850090 Owner's Manual

Model No. FMTL82509.0/

FMTL85009.0

Serial No.

Write the serial number in the
space above for future reference.

Serial

Number

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QUESTIONS?

If you have questions, or if parts
are damaged or missing, please
see HOW TO CONTACT CUS­TOMER CARE on the back cover
of this manual.

USERʼS MANUAL

CAUTION

Read all precautions and instruc­tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Keep this manual
for future reference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

MPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

HOW TO UPGRADE THE CONSOLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

HOW TO USE THE BASIC CONSOLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

SIX-MONTH PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE RECORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

FREEMOTION is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT

hese drawings show the locations of the warning decals. If a decal is missing or illegible, see the back cover

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of this manual and request a free replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The de­cals may not be shown at actual size.

Note: There
is one decal
on each side.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

tructions in this manual and all warnings on your treadmill before using your treadmill. FreeMotion

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Fitness assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through
the use of this product.

1. Before beginning any exercise program,
consult your physician. This is especially im­portant for persons over age 35 or persons
with pre-existing health problems.

2. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure

that all users of the treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.

3. Use the treadmill only as described in this

manual.

4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois-

ture and dust. Do not place the treadmill in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.

5. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at

least 2.5 m (8 ft.) of clearance behind it and

0.5 m (2 ft.) on each side. Do not place the
treadmill on a surface that blocks any air
openings. To protect the floor or carpet from
damage, place a mat under the treadmill.

6. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol

products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.

7. Do not operate the treadmill until it is prop-

erly and fully assembled (see ASSEMBLY on
page 7).

8. Regularly inspect and tighten all parts of the

treadmill.

9. Keep children under age 12 and pets away

from the treadmill at all times.

10. The treadmill should not be used by persons

weighing more than 159 kg (350 lbs).

11. Never allow more than one person on the

treadmill at a time.

To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and in-

12. Wear appropriate exercise clothes when
using the treadmill. Do not wear loose
clothes that could become caught in the
treadmill. Athletic support clothes are recom­mended for both men and women. Always

wear athletic shoes. Never use the treadmill
with bare feet, wearing only stockings, or in
sandals.

13. When connecting the power cord, follow the
instructions on page 12. No other appliance
should be on the same circuit as the tread­mill. Do not use an extension cord.

14. Keep the power cord away from heated sur­faces.

15. Never move the walking belt while the power
is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged or if the
treadmill is not working properly. (See
TROUBLESHOOTING on page 37 if the tread­mill is not working properly.)

16. Read, understand, and test the emergency
stop procedure before using the treadmill
(see GETTING STARTED on page 17).

17. Never start the treadmill while you are stand­ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.

18. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to
avoid sudden jumps in speed.

19. The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move­ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The pulse sensor is intended only
as an exercise aid in determining heart rate
trends in general.

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20. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
s running. Always remove the key, unplug

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the power cord, and press the power switch
into the off position when the treadmill is not
in use. (See the drawing on page 6 for the lo­cation of the power switch.)

1. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by

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placing objects under it.

22. Never insert or drop any object into any

opening.

23. Make sure to perform all maintenance proce-

dures outlined in this manual. Failure to do
so will void the warranty and may result in
damage to the treadmill.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

24.

DANGER: Always unplug the power

ord before cleaning the treadmill and before

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performing the maintenance and adjustment
procedures described in this manual.
Servicing other than the procedures in this
manual should be performed by an autho-

ized service representative only.

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25. Over exercising may result in serious injury
or death. If you feel faint or if you experience
pain while exercising, stop immediately and
cool down.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the revolutionary
FREEMOTION®TREADMILL. The FREEMOTION
TREADMILL offers an impressive selection of features

esigned to make your workouts at home more enjoy-

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able and effective.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
you use the treadmill. If you have questions after

Accessory Tray

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

Handrail

reading this manual, please see the back cover of this
manual. To help us assist you, note the product model
number and serial number before contacting us. The

odel number and the location of the serial number

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decal are shown on the front cover of this manual.

Before reading further, please familiarize yourself with
the parts that are labeled in the drawing below.

Console

Key/Clip

Cushioned Walking Platform

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

Roller Adjustment Bolts

Power Switch

Power Cord

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ASSEMBLY

*These Screws are included only with the Workout TV console.

Console Plate Screw

(112)–4*

#8 x 3/4" Screw (A)–5*

1/2" Star

Washer (124)–4

3/8" Flat

Washer (90)–4

3/8" x 1" Bolt (51)–4

1/2" x 2 1/2" Bolt (95)–4

1/2" x 4 1/2" Bolt (96)–4

5/16" x 2" Bolt (102)–4

#8 x 1/2"

Machine Screw

(129)–2

Assembly requires two persons. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not
dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly can be completed using a 3/8" hex

ey, a 7/32" hex key, and a Phillips screwdriver.

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Use the drawings below to identify the assembly hardware. The number in parentheses below each drawing is
the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. The number after the parentheses
is the quantity needed for assembly. Note: Some small parts may have been preassembled. To avoid dam-

aging parts, do not use power tools for assembly. Extra hardware may be included.

1. Place the Uprights (93) near the front of the Base Frame
(56) as shown.

As you slide the Uprights (93) onto the Base Frame (56),
insert the Frame Wire Harness (133) into the large hole
in the Upright. Be careful to avoid pinching the wire.

Align the holes in the Uprights (93) with the holes in the
Base Frame (56).

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93

LEFT

Hole

RIGHT

133

56

2. Locate the Frame Wire Harness (133) and the Upright
Wire Harness (119) in the Upright (93) access hole.

onnect the Frame Wire Harness (133) to the Upright

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Wire Harness (119) at the front of the Uprights (93). See

he inset drawing. The connectors should slide to-

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gether easily and snap into place. If they do not, turn
one connector and try again. IF YOU DO NOT CON­NECT THE CONNECTORS PROPERLY, THE CON­SOLE MAY BECOME DAMAGED WHEN YOU TURN
ON THE POWER.

Attach the Access Plate (130) to the Uprights (93) with
two #8 x 1/2" Machine Screws (129).

2

119

93

119

133

3. Partially tighten two 1/2" x 2 1/2" Bolts (95) through the
bracket near the right Upright (93) and into the Base
Frame (56); do not tighten the Bolts yet. Be careful

not to pinch any wires.

Repeat this step on the left side of the treadmill.

4. Partially tighten two 1/2" x 4 1/2" Bolts (96) with two 1/2"
Star Washers (124) through the top of the bracket near
the right Upright (93) and into the Base Frame (56); do

not tighten the Bolts yet. Be careful not to pinch any
wires.

133

3

56

4

130

129

93

95

Repeat this step on the left side of the treadmill.

Then, tighten the 1/2" x 4 1/2" Bolts (96) and the 1/2" x
2 1/2" Bolts (95) on both sides.

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56

95

93

96

124

5. Orient one of the Handrail Brackets (92) with the 5/16" x
1 3/4" Bolt (136) positioned as shown. Insert the Upright
Wire Harness (119) and the Upright TV Cable (116)
through the large hole in the Handrail Bracket.

Attach the Handrail Bracket (92) to the top of the right
Upright (93) with two 5/16" x 2" Bolts (102). Start both

Bolts, and then tighten each of them. Be careful not
to pinch any wires.

Attach the other Handrail Bracket (92) to the top of the
left Upright (93) as described above. Note: There are no
wires on the left side.

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136

102

92

93

92

102

136

116

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1

102

93

6. With the help of a second person, set the handrail as­sembly onto the top of the Uprights (93). Make sure

that the 5/16" x 1 3/4" Bolts (136) are inserted into
the indicated holes in the bottom of the handrail as­sembly (only one side is shown). Be careful not to
pinch any wires.

Carefully slide the console assembly forward until the
5/16" x 1 3/4" Bolts (136) slide into the indicated slots.
Allow the console assembly to tilt forward so that you
can see the Upright Wire Harness (119), the Console
Wire Harness (135), the Upright TV Cable (116), and the
Console TV Cable (107). Make sure that the console

assembly is held securely by the Bolts.

7. Connect the Upright Wire Harness (119) to the Console
Wire Harness (135). See the inset drawing. The con-

nectors should slide together easily and snap into
place. If they do not, turn one connector and try again.
IF YOU DO NOT CONNECT THE CONNECTORS
PROPERLY, THE CONSOLE MAY BECOME DAM­AGED WHEN YOU TURN ON THE POWER. Connect

the Upright TV Cable (116) to the Console TV Cable
(107). Insert the wires downward into the right Upright
(93).

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Handrail

Assembly

Slot

Hole

107

116

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135, 119,
116, 107

92

Handrail

Assembly

93

135

119

136

93

Make sure that the handrail assembly is sitting flat on
the Handrail Brackets (92). Be careful not to pinch any

wires.

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135

119

8. Attach the handrail assembly to the Handrail Brackets
(92) with four 3/8" x 1" Bolts (51) and four 3/8" Flat
Washers (90); start all four Bolts, and then tighten

ach of them.

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H

Assembly

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9

51

andrail

2

90

5

1

92

90

51

90

51

9. After the treadmill is placed in the location where it will
be used (see HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL on
page 11), make sure that both Rear Leveling Feet (38)
and the Base Pads (not shown) rest firmly on the floor. If
the treadmill rocks even slightly, turn one of the Rear
Leveling Feet clockwise or counterclockwise until the
rocking motion is eliminated.

10. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. To protect the floor or car­pet, place a mat beneath the treadmill.

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If you purchase the Workout TV console, follow the steps below to assemble the console.

Unplug the power cord. Remove the four Console Plate
Screws (112) and the Basic Console Plate (not shown).
Remove the five #8 x 3/4" Screws (A) from the back of the
Basic Console (not shown), and remove the Basic Console
from the treadmill. Disconnect all wires connecting the Basic
Console to the treadmill.

Insert the wire harness, the TV cable, and the ground wire
into the bottom of the TV Console (137) as you slide the TV
Console onto the bracket on the Handrail (103). Connect the
wire harness, the TV cable, and the ground wire to the back
of the TV Console. Make sure to connect the connectors

properly.

Align the indicated five holes in the back of the TV Console
(137) with the five holes in the bracket on the Handrail (103).
Attach the TV Console with five #8 x 3/4" Screws (A). Be

careful not to pinch any wires.

Ground

ires

W

103

137

TV Cable

Wire

arness

H

A

112

Attach the TV Console Plate (118) to the TV Console (137)
with four Console Plate Screws (112).

HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL

Before moving the treadmill, unplug the power
cord. Note: It may be necessary to disconnect a CATV

cable and a network wire from the treadmill, depending
on how far the treadmill will be moved.

Due to the size and weight of the treadmill, moving
it requires two or three persons. Hold the metal
frame firmly in the location shown at the right.
CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of damage to
the treadmill or of injury, do not lift the frame by the
plastic front cover. Carefully roll the treadmill on the

wheels to the desired location and then lower it back to
the level position. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of in-

jury, use extreme caution while moving the tread­mill. Do not attempt to move the treadmill over un­even surfaces.

Front

Cover

118

Frame

Wheels

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HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL

ocate the cable

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DANGER: Improper connection of

he equipment-grounding conductor can result

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in an increased risk of electric shock. Check
with a qualified electrician or serviceman if
you are in doubt as to whether the product is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug
provided with the product—if it will not fit the
outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qual­ified electrician. Do not use an adapter to con­nect the plug to an improper receptacle.

HOW TO CONNECT THE POWER CORD

This product must be grounded. If it should malfunc-

tion or break down, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec­tric shock.

This product is for use on a dedicated, 20-amp,
110-volt circuit. No other appliance should be on
the same circuit. This product is equipped with a cord

having an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug.

jack on the front of
the treadmill.
Connect the CATV

able to the cable

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jack. Route the
cable so that it will
not be pinched or
crushed by the lift
mechanism or the
frame.

A satellite receiver, VCR, or DVD player can also be
connected to the treadmill. Connect a CATV cable
from the coaxial output on your equipment (usually la­beled TV OUT or RF OUT) to the cable jack on the
front of the treadmill.

Note: Audio/video equipment without coaxial outputs
(some satellite receivers and DVD players) will require
an RF modulator to work correctly with the treadmill.
RF modulators are not available from FreeMotion
Fitness, but are available at electronics stores. See the
owner's manual for the equipment you wish to connect
to determine if an RF modulator is needed, or contact
your local audio/visual service provider.

Cable Jack

Plug the grounding plug into a standard NEMA 5-20
receptacle. Do not modify the plug or the receptacle.
Do not use an adapter, a surge protector, or an exten­sion cord. The receptacle must be grounded.

NEMA 5-20

Receptacle

HOW TO CONNECT A CATV CABLE

If your treadmill has the Workout TV console, a

CATV cable must be connected to the treadmill for
cable TV stations to be viewed.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

The warranty for this product does not cover damage
or equipment failure caused by electric wiring not in
compliance with electrical codes or the specifications
in this manual, or failure to provide reasonable and
necessary maintenance as outlined in this manual.
Any failure or damage caused by unauthorized ser­vice; misuse; accident; negligence; improper assembly
or installation; debris resulting from any destruction ac­tivities in the productʼs environment; rust or corrosion
as a result of the productʼs location; alterations or mod­ifications without written authorization; or failure on
your part to use, operate, and maintain the product as
set forth in this manual will void the warranty.

All terms of the warranty are void if this product is
moved beyond the continental borders of the
United States of America (excluding Alaska,
Hawaii, and Canada) and are then subject to the
terms provided by that countryʼs local authorized
FreeMotion Fitness, Inc. representative.

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WALK / RUN

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WALK / RUN

HOW TO UPGRADE THE CONSOLE

he treadmill has been pre-configured to operate with a Basic console or a Workout TV console (see the draw-

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ings below). To learn about the features of the Basic console, see page 14. To learn about the features of the
Workout TV console, see the userʼs manual included with the Workout TV console.

To upgrade your console and expand the capabilities of the treadmill whenever you choose, please see
the back cover of this manual.

Basic Console

Workout TV Console

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WALK / RUN

HOW TO USE THE BASIC CONSOLE

Matrix

Display

Note: If there is a
sheet of clear plastic
on the face of the
console, remove it.

FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The Basic console offers an impressive array of fea­tures designed to help you get the greatest benefits
from your exercise.

When the QUICK START mode is selected, the speed
and incline of the treadmill can be changed with the
touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will
provide continuous exercise feedback. You can even
measure your heart rate using the built-in pulse sen­sor.

In addition, the console offers a wide selection of work­out programs. Each program automatically controls the
speed and/or incline of the treadmill to give you an ef­fective workout.

The console also offers three HEART RATE programs
that adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill to

keep your heart rate near target levels during your
workouts, and three unique FITNESS TEST programs
that measure your relative fitness level. Note: The
HEART RATE programs and the FITNESS TEST pro-

®

grams require the use of a Polar

-compatible chest

pulse sensor (not included).

Before using the treadmill, please read OVERVIEW
OF THE CONSOLE beginning on page 15. To use the

QUICK START mode of the console, see page 17.
To use a MANUAL program, see page 18. To use a
FITNESS TEST program, see page 20. To use a
HEART RATE program, see page 22. To use an IN­TERVAL program, see page 24. To use a
WALK/RUN program, see page 26. To use a TER­RAIN program, see page 27. To use the FIXED or
RANDOM program, see page 28. To use a CUSTOM
program, see page 29. To use the maintenance
mode, see page 30.

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OVERVIEW OF THE CONSOLE

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A

WALK / RUN

For your benefit, please read all of the instructions

n pages 15 and 16 before you use the treadmill.

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HE BUTTONS

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The CLEAR button—This

button is used to reset the
console. When this button is
pressed, the display will be
reset and the words SE­LECT PROGRAM TO
BEGIN will appear in the display. Note: If one program
is started and then a different program is selected, the
display will not be reset unless the CLEAR button is
pressed before the second program is selected.

The QUICKTOUCH SPEED buttons—These buttons
control the speed of the walking belt. To change the
speed quickly, press the QUICKTOUCH SPEED but­tons. The selected speed will then appear in the dis­play. Press the Enter button or the QUICK START but­ton, or re-press the desired QUICKTOUCH SPEED
button to confirm the selected speed; the speed of the
walking belt will not change if the selected speed is not
confirmed within five seconds. Note: After the buttons
are pressed, it may take a moment for the treadmill to
reach the selected speed setting.

incline will adjust to 0% for a three-minute cool-down
walk. Note: If the walking belt is already moving at less
than 3 mph (or 4.8 kph), the speed of the walking belt

ill not change.

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he ENTER button and +

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and – buttons—These but-

tons are used to enter infor­mation into the console.

The DISPLAY LOCK but­ton—This button can be

used during your workout to
keep the display from scan­ning from one number to the
next every few seconds.
Each time the DISPLAY LOCK button is pressed dur­ing your workout, the word LOCKED or UNLOCKED
will briefly appear in the display.

THE DISPLAY

The display will display a variety of text messages to
guide you through your workouts. In addition, the dis­play will display the following information while you ex­ercise:

Incline—The left end of the
display will show the incline
setting of the treadmill.

The QUICKTOUCH PROGRAMS buttons—These
buttons are used to select the various programs.

The COOL DOWN button—This button is designed to
help you cool down after a workout. When you press
the COOL DOWN button, the speed of the walking belt
will automatically adjust to 3 mph (or 4.8 kph) and the

Pace/Time/Segment
Time—When the QUICK

START mode, the MANUAL
DISTANCE program, the
MANUAL CALORIE pro­gram, or any of the
WALK/RUN programs are selected, this section of the
display will show your pace, in minutes per mile or
minutes per kilometer, the elapsed time, and the
elapsed time in the current segment. The display will
change from one number to the next every few sec­onds. When any other program is selected, the display
will show your pace, the time remaining in the pro­gram, and the time remaining in the current segment of
the program. The display will change from one number
to the other every few seconds.

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