HealthRider HCTL10910 Owner's Manual

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Model No. HCTL10910
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CAUTION

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

USER'S MANUAL

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have questions, or if there are
missing parts, please call:

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

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

Note: An EXPLODED DRAWING and a PART LIST are attached in the center of this manual.

HealthRider is a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.

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1. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure
that all users of this treadmill are adequately
informed of all warnings and precautions.

2. Use the treadmill only as described.

3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least 2 m (8 ft.) of clearance behind it and 0.5
m (2 ft.) 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.

4. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from mois­ture and dust. Do not put 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. Keep children under the age of 12 and pets
away from the treadmill at all times.

7. The treadmill should not be used by persons
weighing more than 115 kg (250 lbs.).

8. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.

9. 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.

10. When connecting the power cord (see page 8),
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.

11. Use only a CUL-listed surge suppressor of
450 joules minimum surge dissipation with
voltage rating of 400 volts or less, rated at 15
amps, with a 1 mm

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(14-gauge) cord of 1.5 m
(5 ft.) or less in length. Do not use an exten­sion cord.

12. 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 change
speed or stop unexpectedly, which may result
in a fall and serious injury.

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

14. 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
BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the tread­mill is not working properly.)

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 circuit
breaker to the off position when the treadmill
is not in use. (See the drawing on page 5 for
the location of the on/off circuit breaker.)

19. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW TO FOLD
AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 21.) You
must be able to safely lift 20 kg (45 lbs.) to
raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

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

21. When folding or moving the treadmill, make
sure that the storage latch is fully closed.

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

following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

22. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, an
electronic “chirping” sound will alert you
when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill
is about to change. Always listen for the
“chirp” and be prepared for speed and/or in­cline changes. In some instances, the speed
and/or incline may change before the per­sonal trainer describes the change.

23. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, you
can manually override the speed and incline
settings at any time by pressing the speed
and incline buttons. However, when the next
“chirp” is heard, the speed and/or incline will
change to the next settings of the CD or video
program.

24. Always remove iFIT.com CDs and videos from
your CD player or VCR when you are not
using them.

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

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

27.

DANGER:Always unplug the power

cord immediately after use, before cleaning
the treadmill, and before performing the main­tenance and adjustment procedures de­scribed in this manual. Never remove the
motor hood unless instructed to do so by an
authorized service representative. Servicing
other than the procedures in this manual
should be performed by an authorized service
representative only.

28. This treadmill is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use this treadmill in any commer­cial, rental, or institutional setting.

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 decals shown has been placed on your treadmill. If the decal is missing, or if
it is not legible, please call our Customer Service Department to order a free re­placement decal (see ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS on the back cover of
this manual). Apply the decal in the location shown.

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Thank you for selecting the revolutionary HealthRider

®

500sel treadmill. From the advanced console to the
cushioned walking platform, the 500sel treadmill is de­signed to make your home workouts more effective
and enjoyable. And when you’re not exercising, the
unique 500sel treadmill can be folded up, requiring less
than half the floor space of other treadmills.

For your benefit, read this manual carefully before
using the treadmill. If you need more information, call

our Customer Service Department at 1-888-936-4266,

Monday through Friday 8h00 until 18h30 Eastern Time
(excluding holidays). To help us assist you, please
note the product model number and serial number be­fore calling. The model number is HCTL10910. The
serial number can be found on a decal attached to the
treadmill (see the front cover of this manual for the lo­cation).

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

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Handrail

Console

Lock Knob

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

Book Holder

Key/Clip

On/Off Circuit Breaker

Walking Belt

Front Wheel

Foot Pad

Power Cord

Rear Roller

Adjustment Bolts

Water Bottle Holder
(Bottle not included)

RIGHT SIDE

LEFT SIDE

ASSEMBLY

Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not
dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires your own Phillips screw­driver and rubber mallet .

Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a
small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This is a normal
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. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the
treadmill to the upright position as shown.

Insert one of the Extension Legs (55) into the treadmill as
shown. Make sure that the Extension Leg is turned so
the Base Pad (44) is on the bottom. If necessary, tip the
Uprights (64) forward as you insert the Extension Leg.

Insert the other Extension Leg (not shown) in the same
way.

2. With the help of a second person, carefully lower the
Uprights (64) as shown. Note: It may be helpful to place
your foot on one of the Wheels (58) as you tip the
Uprights. Make sure that the Extension Legs (55) re-

main in the Uprights.

Attach each Extension Leg (55) with two Screws (33) as
shown.

Note: One replacement Base Pad (44) may be included.
If a Base Pad becomes worn and needs to be replaced,
use the replacement Base Pad.

64

55

1

33

55

33

55

64

58

44

6

44

33

2

6

6. Position the Latch Spacer (106) with the Latch Assembly

(32) as shown. Attach the Latch Spacer and Latch
Assembly to the Left Bottom Handgrip (107) with the long
Latch Screws (105) as shown. Note: Tighten the two

Latch Screws as tight as possible.

32

107

105

106

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7. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before
you use the treadmill. Keep the included allen wrench
in a secure place; the allen wrench is used to adjust the
walking belt (see page 24). To protect the floor or carpet
from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.

4. See the inset drawing. Identify the Left Top Handgrip (31)
(there are identifying marks inside the Handgrips). Set the
Left Top Handgrip on the left Handgrip Extension (34).
Insert two Extension Screws (35) into the two holes in

the Handgrip Extension indicated by the arrows.
Tighten the Screws into the Left Top Handgrip.

Important: Do not insert the two Extension Screws
(35) into the wrong holes in the Handgrip Extension
(34), or tighten the Screws into the plastic bosses on
the bottom of the Left Top Handgrip (31).

31

Bosses

64

35

34

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31

43

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5. Attach the matching Left Bottom Handgrip (107) with
three Extension Screws (35).

Attach the Right Top Handgrip and the Right Bottom
Handgrip (not shown) as described above.

35

35

107

35

3. Orient one of the Handgrip Extensions (34) so the bottom
is open as shown and insert it as far as possible into the
post on the left Upright (64). If necessary, tap the
Handgrip Extension with a rubber mallet to fully insert it.
Attach the Handgrip Extension with two Screws (33), one
towards the front of the post, and the other towards the
back.

Attach the other Handgrip Extension to the post on the
right Upright (not shown) in the same way.

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33

33

64

33

35

Open

Side

3

Post

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT

THE PERFORMANT LUBETMWALKING BELT

Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with
PERFORMANT LUBE

TM

, a high-performance lubricant.

IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other
substances to the walking belt or the walking plat­form. Such substances will deteriorate the walking
belt and cause excessive wear.

HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD

Your treadmill, like any other type of sophisticated
electronic equipment, can be seriously damaged by
sudden voltage changes in your home’s power.
Voltage surges, spikes, and noise interference can
result from weather conditions or from other appliances
being turned on or off. To decrease the possibility of

your treadmill being damaged, always use a surge
suppressor with your treadmill (see drawing 1 at
the right).

Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is
CUL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge sup­pressor (TVSS). The surge suppressor must have a
UL suppressed voltage rating of 400 volts or less
and a minimum surge dissipation of 450 joules.
The surge suppressor must be electrically rated
for 120 volts AC and 15 amps. There must be a
monitoring light on the surge suppressor to indi­cate whether it is functioning properly. 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 change speed or stop unexpect­edly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.

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 equipped with a cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding

plug. Plug the power cord into a surge suppressor,

and plug the surge suppressor into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Important: The treadmill is not compatible with
GFCI-equipped outlets.

This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit,
and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus­trated in drawing 1 below. A temporary adapter that
looks like the adapter illustrated in drawing 2 may be
used to connect the surge suppressor to a 2-pole
receptacle as shown in drawing 2 if a properly
grounded outlet is not available.

The temporary adapter should be used only until a
properly grounded outlet (drawing 1) 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. Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box

covers are not grounded. Contact a qualified elec­trician to determine if the outlet box cover is
grounded before using an adapter.

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.

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2

Grounded Outlet Box

Grounded Outlet Box

Grounding Plug

Surge Suppressor

Surge Suppressor

Grounding Pin

Adapter

Lug

Metal Screw

Grounded Outlet

Grounding Pin

FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The advanced console offers an impressive array of
features to help you get the most from your exercise.
When the manual mode of the console is selected, the
speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with
the touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will
display continuous exercise feedback. You can even
measure your heart rate using the built-in handgrip
pulse sensor. Note: See page 20 for information about
an optional chest pulse sensor.

Six certified personal trainer programs are also
offered. Each program automatically controls the

speed and incline of the treadmill to give you an effec­tive workout. Two heart rate programs are also fea­tured. Each program controls the speed and incline of
the treadmill to keep your heart rate near a target level
during your workouts.

The console also features iFIT.com interactive technol­ogy. Having iFIT.com technology is like having a per­sonal trainer in your home. Using the included audio
cable, you can connect the treadmill to your home
stereo, portable stereo, computer, or VCR and play
special iFIT.com CD and video programs (one iFIT.com
CD is included; additional CDs and videocassettes are
available separately). iFIT.com CD and video programs
automatically control the speed and incline of the tread­mill as a personal trainer guides you through every step
of your workout. High-energy music provides added
motivation. To purchase iFIT.com CDs or videocas-

settes, call toll-free 1-888-936-4266.

With the treadmill connected to your computer, you
can also go to our Web site at www.iFIT.com and ac­cess programs directly from the internet. Additional op­tions are soon to be available. See www.iFIT.com for

more information.
To use the manual mode of the console, follow the

steps beginning on page 10. To use a personal
trainer program, see page 12. To use a heart rate
program, see page 13. To use an iFIT.com CD or
video program, refer to page 17. To use an iFIT.com
program directly from our Web site, see page 19.

CAUTION:Before operating the

console, read the following precautions.

• Do not stand on the walking belt when turn­ing on the power.

• Always wear the clip (see the drawing
above) while operating the treadmill.

•Adjust the speed in small increments to
avoid sudden jumps in speed.

•To reduce the possibility of electric shock,
keep the console dry. Avoid spilling liquids
on the console and place only a sealed water
bottle in the water bottle holder.

Clip

Display

Display

Manual/Program Indicators

CONSOLE DIAGRAM

Program Profiles

Program Display

Key

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

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HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER

Plug in the power cord (see page 8).

Locate the on/off cir­cuit breaker near the
power cord. Move the
on/off circuit breaker to
the on position.

Stand on the foot pads of the treadmill. Find the
clip attached to the key (see the drawing on page

9) and slide the clip onto the waistband of your
clothes. Next, insert the key into the console. After
a moment, the displays and various indicators will
light. Test the clip by carefully taking a few

steps backward until the key is pulled from the
console. If the key is not pulled from the con­sole, adjust the position of the clip as needed.

HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE

Insert the key fully into the console.

See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER above.

Select the manual mode.

When the key is in­serted, the manual
mode will be selected
and the Manual Control
indicator will light. If a
program has been
selected, press the
Program Select button repeatedly to reselect the
manual mode.

Press the Start button or the Speed ▲▲ button
to start the walking belt.

A moment after the but­ton is pressed, the walk­ing belt will begin to
move at 1 mph. Hold the
handrails and begin
walking. As you exer­cise, change the speed of the walking belt as de­sired by pressing the Speed ▼▼ and ▲▲ buttons.

Each time a button is pressed, the speed setting
will change by 0.1 mph; if a button is held down,
the speed setting will change in increments of 0.5
mph. To change the speed setting quickly, press
the OneTouch Speed buttons. Note: The console

can display speed and distance in either miles
or kilometers. For simplicity, all instructions in
this section refer to miles.

To stop the walking belt, press the Stop button.
The Time/Incline/Segment Time display will begin
to flash. To restart the walking belt, press the Start
button or the Speed ▲▲ button.

During the first few minutes that you use the tread­mill, inspect the alignment of the walking belt, and
align the walking belt if necessary (see page 24).

Change the incline of the treadmill as desired.

To change the incline of
the treadmill, press the
Incline buttons. Each time
a button is pressed, the
incline will change by

0.5%. Note: After the but­tons are pressed, it may take a moment for the
treadmill to reach the selected incline setting.

Follow your progress with the LED track and
the displays.

The LED Track—When

the manual mode or the
iFIT.com mode is se­lected, the program dis­play will show an LED
track representing 1/4
mile. As you exercise,
the indicators around the track will light in sequence
until you have completed 1/4 mile. A new lap will
then begin.

Calories/Fat Calories/
Heart Rate display—

This display shows the
approximate numbers of
calories and fat calories
you have burned (see
FAT BURNING on page 25). The display will
change from one number to the other every few
seconds, as shown by the indicators beside the
display. The display will also show your heart rate
when you use the handgrip pulse sensor (refer to
step 6 on page 11) or the optional chest pulse
sensor (refer to page 20).

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4

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2

1

3

2

1

On

Position

Indicator