FreeMotion VFMTL11560 Owner's Manual

Model No. VFMTL1156.0
Serial No.

The serial number is found in the
location shown below. Write the
serial number in the space above.

Serial Number Decal

QUESTIONS?

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committed to providing com­plete customer satisfaction. If
you have questions, see HOW
TO CONTACT CUSTOMER
CARE on the back cover of this
manual.

CAUTION

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

USER'S MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

TREADMILL OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

SIX-MONTH PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE RECORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

FREEMOTION is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the

ollowing important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.

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. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure

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hat all users of the treadmill are adequately

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informed of all warnings and precautions.

2. Use the treadmill only as described in this
manual.

3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least eight feet of clearance behind it. Do not
place the treadmill on any surface that blocks
air openings. To protect the floor or carpet
from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.

4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois­ture and dust. Do not place the treadmill in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.

5. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.

6. Do not operate the treadmill until it is properly
assembled (see ASSEMBLY on page 6).

7. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the
treadmill regularly.

8. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the treadmill at all times.

9. The treadmill should not be used by persons
weighing more than 350 pounds. Do not allow
more than one person on the treadmill at a
time.

When connecting the power cord (see page

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9), plug the power cord into grounded circuit
capable of carrying 20 or more amps. No
other appliance should be on the same cir
cuit. Do not use an extension cord.

Do not use an extension cord. Do not modify

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the power cord or use an adaptor to connect
the power cord to an improper receptical.

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2. Keep the power cord away from heated sur-

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aces.

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13. 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 22 if the treadmill is
not working properly.)

14. Read, understand, and test the emergency
stop procedure before using the treadmill (see
step 3 on page 11).

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

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

17. 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.

18. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is
running. Always remove the key, unplug the
power cord, and move the on/off switch to the
“off” position when the treadmill is not in use.

19. Do not change the incline of the treadmill by
placing objects under it.

20. Never insert or drop any object into any
opening.

21. 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.

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22. DANGER: Always unplug the power

Do not remove or insert this plug while the
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afety key is inserted in the console. Touch
metal frame before removing or inserting plug.
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tatic sensitive components may be affected.

WARNING

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ord immediately after use, before cleaning

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the treadmill, and before performing the main­tenance and adjustment procedures de-

scribed in this manual. Servicing other than

he procedures in this manual should be per-

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formed by an authorized service representa­tive only.

WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This

is especially important for persons over the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing health problems.
Read all instructions before using. ICON assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property
damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The decal shown below is found on the treadmill in the indicated location. If the decal is missing or illegi­ble, call the toll-free Customer Care telephone number on the back cover of this manual and order a free
replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location shown.

Underside

of Console

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Congratulations for selecting the revolutionary
FREEMOTION®4000 XLS treadmill. The 4000 XLS
treadmill offers an impressive array of features de-

igned to help you achieve your fitness goals in the

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convenience and privacy of your home.

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

ing this manual, see the front cover of this manual. To

Console

Accessory Tray

Handrail

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

help us assist you, please note the product model
number and serial number before contacting us. The
model number of your treadmill is VFMTL1156.0. The

erial number can be found on a decal attached to the

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treadmill (see the front cover of this manual for the lo-

ation of the decal).

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

Water Bottle Holder*

Key/Clip

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

Roller Adjustment Bolts

Circuit Breaker

On/off Switch

Power Cord

Cushioned Walking Platform

*No water bottle is included

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ASSEMBLY

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 the included
hex keys.

Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a

mall amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This is a normal

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condition and does not affect treadmill performance. If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt, simply wipe off
the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.

1. Slide the Right and Left Uprights (95, 97) onto the brack­ets near the front of the Frame (76).

Uprights are on the correct sides; the indicated
holes must be facing inward.

Raise the Right Upright (95) until the lower hole in the
front of the Right Upright is aligned with the upper hole in
the bracket on the Frame (76). Finger tighten an Upright
Bolt (96) into the Right Upright and the bracket. Do not

tighten the Upright Bolt yet.

Repeat this step with the Left Upright (97).

2. While a second person holds the Handrail (91) near the
Uprights (95, 97), feed the Upright Wire Harness (100) in
the right Handrail down into the right Upright. Pull the
end of the Upright Wire Harness out of the lower end of
the right Upright. If there is a wire tie on the end of the
Upright Wire Harness, remove it. Then, set the Handrail
on the Uprights.

Finger tighten eight Handrail Bolts (99) into the Uprights
(95, 97) and the Handrail (91). Do not tighten the

Handrail Bolts yet. Be careful to avoid pinching the
Wire Harness (57).

Make sure that the

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2

97

91

99

97

Holes

86

96

99

100

95

96

76

89

85

99

95

Note: The CD Holder (86) and the Cup Holder (85) are
replaceable. If these parts become dislodged from the
Console Base (89), simply press them back in.

3. Connect the Upright Wire Harness (100) in the indicated
location. Push all the excess wire up into the right
Upright (95).

is fully connected.

Make sure that the Upright Wire Harness

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3

95

100

4. Be careful to avoid pinching your hands or the Wire

Harness (not shown) during this step.

While a second person holds the Uprights (95, 97), re-

ove the two Upright Bolts (96) used in step 1. Next,

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slide the Uprights fully onto the brackets on the Frame
(not shown). Attach each Upright with four Upright Bolts
(96) as shown.

Firmly tighten all eight Upright Bolts.

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99

99

99

97

Firmly tighten the eight Handrail Bolts (99).

5. Plug the indicated end of the Power Cord (48) fully into
the treadmill as shown.

6. After the treadmill is moved to the location where it will
be used (see HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL on
page 8), make sure that both Rear Feet (5) and both
Wheels (not shown) rest firmly on your floor. If the
treadmill rocks slightly on your floor, loosen the Rear
Foot Locknut (111) above the right Rear Foot. Turn the
right Rear Foot clockwise or counterclockwise until the
rocking motion is eliminated. Then, retighten the Rear
Foot Locknut.

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96

96

5

48

6

111

5

111

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7. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. Keep the included hex keys
for adjustment purposes. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.

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HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL

Note: It may be helpful to leave the treadmill at an in­cline while moving the treadmill. Before moving the

treadmill, make sure that the power cord is un­plugged from the wall outlet.

ue to the size and weight of the treadmill, moving it

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requires two persons.

cated end, firmly hold the handrails and tip the treadmill
forward until it rolls on the front wheels. Carefully move
the treadmill to the desired location and then lower it.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, use extreme
caution while moving the treadmill. Do not attempt
to move the treadmill over uneven surfaces.

While one person lifts the indi-

Lift

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Handrails

Wheels

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TREADMILL OPERATION

OW TO CONNECT THE POWER CORD

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This product must be grounded.

tion or break down, grounding provides a path of least

esistance for electric current to reduce the risk of

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lectric shock.

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If it should malfunc-

DANGER: Improper connection

of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result 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.

This product is
for use on a dedi­cated, 20-amp,
120-volt circuit.
No other appli­ance should be
on the same cir­cuit. This product
is equipped with
a cord having an
equipment­grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. Plug one end of the
cord into the treadmill as shown in drawing 1. Attach
the cord bracket over the cord with two bracket screws.

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Cord

Bracket

Bracket
Screws

lug the grounding plug into a standard NEMA 5-20

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receptacle as shown in drawing 2. Do not modify the
plug or the receptacle. Do not use an adapter, a surge
protector, or an extension cord.

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NEMA 5-20
Receptacle

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Matrix

Main Display

Note: If there is a
sheet of clear plastic
on the face of the

onsole, remove it.

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The console offers an impressive array of features de­signed to make your workouts at home more effective.

When the manual mode of the console is selected, the
speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with
a touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will
provide continuous exercise feedback. The console
will also display your heart rate when you use the
handgrip pulse sensor or the optional chest pulse sen­sor (see page 21).

Six preset workout programs are also offered. Each
program automatically controls the speed and incline
of the treadmill to give you an effective workout.

In addition, the console offers three pulse-driven pro­grams that adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill
to keep your heart rate near target levels during your
workouts, and a unique fitness test program that mea­sures your relative fitness level.

the optional chest pulse sensor to use a pulse-dri­ven program or the fitness test program.

Note: You must wear

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