FreeMotion VMTL836075 Owner's Manual

Model No. VMTL83607.5
Serial No.

Write the serial number in the space
above for reference.

Serial

Number

Decal

QUESTIONS?

If you have questions, or if parts are
damaged or missing, PLEASE CON-

TACT THE STORE WHERE YOU
PURCHASED THIS PRODUCT.

If you are unable to contact the
store, 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

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

EFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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

HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

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

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

SIX-MONTH PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE RECORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

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

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT

The decal shown here has been
applied in the indicated loca­tions. If the decal is missing or

illegible, see the back cover
of this manual and request a
free replacement decal. Apply
the decal in the location
shown. Note: The decal may

not be shown at actual size.

Note: There is one decal on
each side.

FREEMOTION is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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

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 mois­ture 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 8 ft. (2.4 m) of clearance behind it and 2
ft. (0.6 m) on each side. 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.

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 prop­erly assembled (see ASSEMBLY on page 6).

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

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 350 lbs. (159 kg). Do not
allow more than one person on the treadmill
at a time.

11. 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.

12. When connecting the power cord (see page

14), plug the power cord into a surge suppres­sor (not included) and plug the surge sup­pressor into a grounded circuit capable of
carrying 15 or more amps. No other appliance
should be on the same circuit. Do not use an
extension cord.

13. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that
meets all of the specifications described on
page 14. To purchase a surge suppressor,
please see the back cover of this manual and
order part number 146148, or see your local
electronics store.

14. Failure to use a properly functioning surge
suppressor could result in damage to the con­trol system of the treadmill. If the control sys­tem is damaged, the walking belt may slow,
accelerate, or stop unexpectedly, which may
result in a fall and serious injury.

15. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres­sor away from heated surfaces.

16. 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 30 if the treadmill is
not working properly.)

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

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

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

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20. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is
running. Always remove the key, unplug the
power cord, and press the power switch into

he off position when the treadmill is not in

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use. (See the drawing on page 5 for the loca­tion of the power switch.)

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

22. Never insert or drop any object into any
opening on the treadmill.

23. Make sure to perform all maintenance proce­dures outlined in this manual. Failure to do
so will void the warranty and may result in
damage to the treadmill.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER: Always unplug the power

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cord immediately after use, before cleaning
the treadmill, and before performing the
maintenance and adjustment procedures de-

cribed in this manual. Servicing other than

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the procedures in this manual should be per­formed by an authorized service representa­tive only.

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

Congratulations for selecting the revolutionary
FREEMOTION®T7.5 treadmill. The T7.5 treadmill of­fers an impressive array of features designed to help

ou achieve your fitness goals in the convenience and

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privacy of your home.

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

Length: 6 ft. 6 in. (198 cm)
Width: 2 ft. 9 in. (84 cm)

Handrail

Walking Belt

Accessory
Tray

ing 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

m
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

Roller

Adjustment

Screws

Foot Rail

Power Switch

Power Cord

Platform Cushion

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ASSEMBLY

1/2" Jam Nut (5)–4

1/2" Star

Washer (7)–4

3/8" Nut (42)–2

3/8" Wheel

Washer (57)–2

3/8" x 2 1/2" Bolt (34)–2

1/2" x 3 1/4" Bolt (1)–4

5/16" x 1" Screw (2)–4

5/16" x 1 1/4"

Bolt (3)–8

#8 x 1/2"

Machine Screw

(8)–2

ssembly requires two persons. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not

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dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly can be completed using a 7/32" hex
key and an adjustable wrench .

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

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

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
shows the quantity needed for assembly. Note: Some small parts may have been preassembled. Extra hard-

ware may be included. To avoid damaging parts, do not use power tools for assembly.

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1. The Wheels (91) may be preattached. If they
are not, complete this step.

ith the help of a second person, carefully raise

W
the Upright (96) and insert a Wheel (91) into the

ottom of each side of the Upright. Be careful

b

not to pinch the 65" Wire Harness (not
shown) in the Upright.

Attach the Wheels (91) with two 3/8" x 2 1/2"
Bolts (34), two 3/8" Wheel Washers (57), and
two 3/8" Nuts (42) (only one of each is shown).

Do not overtighten the Nuts; the Wheels
must turn freely.

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96

42

57

34

91

2. Place the Upright (96) near the front of the Base
Frame (75). Have a second person tip the
Upright back so that it rolls on the Wheels (91)
as shown. Insert the 80" Wire Harness (46) into
the round hole in the Upright.

3. Locate the 80" Wire Harness (46) and 65" Wire
Harness (48) in the Upright (96) access hole.

Connect the 80" Wire Harness (46) to the 65"
Wire Harness (48) at the front of the Upright
(96). See the inset drawing. The connectors

should slide together easily and snap into
place. If they do not, turn one connector and try
again. IF THE CONNECTORS ARE NOT IN­SERTED PROPERLY, THE CONSOLE MAY
BE DAMAGED WHEN THE POWER IS
TURNED ON.

2

96

46

75

3

48

91

96

46

Attach the Access Plate (9) to the Upright (96)
with two #8 x 1/2" Machine Screws (8).

9

46

8

48

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4. Align the holes in the Upright (96) above the
holes in the Base Frame (75). Lower the Upright
onto the Base Frame. Be careful not to pinch

our fingers or the Wire Harnesses (not

y
shown). Make sure to keep the holes aligned.

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96

Holes

75

5. Tighten four 1/2" x 3 1/4" Bolts (1) with four 1/2"
Star Washers (7) and four 1/2" Jam Nuts (5)
(only two of each are shown) into the Upright
(96) and the Base Frame (75). Start all four

Bolts, and then tighten each of them.

5

96

1

7

1

7

75

5

8

6. The Upright Brackets (98, 99) may be preat­tached. If they are not, complete this step.

dentify the Left Upright Bracket (99). Insert the

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TV cables through the Left Upright Bracket.

ress the Left Upright Bracket onto the left side

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of the Upright (96). Be careful not to pinch the

wires.

Insert the 65" Wire Harness (48) through the
Right Upright Bracket (98). Press the Right
Upright Bracket onto the right side of the Upright
(96). Be careful not to pinch the Wire

Harness.

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ables

C

TV

3

99

3

96

48

Attach the Upright Brackets (98, 99) with four
5/16" x 1 1/4" Bolts (3).

7. Make sure the four 5/16" Cage Nuts (4) are in
the bottom of the Handrail (100) at the locations
shown. An extra 5/16" Cage Nut is included.

Have a second person hold the Handrail (100)
near the Upright Brackets (98, 99). Connect the
TV cables in the Handrail to the TV cables in the
Left Upright Bracket.

Connect the 65" Wire Harness (48) in the Right
Upright Bracket (98) to the 35" Wire Harness
(47). See the inset drawing in step 3. The

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

98

96

7

4

TV

Cables

99

100

98

4

47

48

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8. Insert the Wire Harnesses (47, 48) and each of
the TV cables into the Handrail (100) as you set
the Handrail on the Upright Brackets (98, 99).

e careful not to pinch the wires.

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ttach the Handrail (100) to the Upright

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Brackets (98, 99) with four 5/16" x 1 1/4" Bolts
(3). Start all four Bolts, and then tighten each

of them.

9. Attach the Front Roller Cover (68) with four
5/16" x 1" Screws (2).

TV

Cables

3

99

3

9

100

98

47, 48

3

3

2

68

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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 purchased the optional personal television (see HOW TO UPGRADE THE CONSOLE on page 13),
follow the steps below.

1. Remove the three #8 x 1/2" Console Cover

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Screws (121) from the Console Cover (105).
Save the Screws for step 12. Discard the
Console Cover.

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105

121

12. Have a second person hold the TV Console
(138) near the Console Back (49). Connect the
TV cable (A) in the TV Console to the 45" TV
Cable (125) in the Console Back.

Connect the wire harness (B) in the TV Console
(138) to the wire harness (C) in the Console
Back (49). See the inset drawing in step 3.

The connectors 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.

Attach the TV Console (138) to the Console
Back (49) with the #8 x 1/2" Console Cover
Screws (121) you removed in step 11. Be care-

ful not to pinch the wires.

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138

121

B

C

49

A

125

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HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL

efore moving the treadmill, unplug the power cord.

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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 or by the handrail. Carefully roll the tread-

mill on the wheels to the desired location and then lower
it to the level position. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of

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

After the treadmill is placed in the location where it will
be used, make sure that both leveling feet and the base
pads rest firmly on the floor (only one side is shown). If
the treadmill rocks even slightly, turn one of the leveling
feet clockwise or counterclockwise until the rocking mo­tion is eliminated.

Frame

Wheels

Leveling

Foot

Base Pad

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