Healthrider HRTL16940 User Manual

Model No. HRTL16940

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

TREADMILL OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

PART IDENTIFICATION CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

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

Note: An EXPLODED DRAWING is attached in the center of this manual.

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

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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

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.

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 in this
manual.

3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least eight feet of clearance behind it and two
feet 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 oxygen is 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 300 pounds. Never allow
more than one person on the treadmill at a time.

8. 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.

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

9. 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.

10. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that
meets all of the specifications described on
page 8. To purchase a surge suppressor, see
your local HealthRider dealer or call 1-800-806­3651 and order part number 146148.

Always wear ath

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11. Failure to use a properly functioning surge
suppressor could result in damage to the con
trol 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.

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

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

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

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

16. 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.

Never leave the treadmill unattended while it

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is running. Always remove the key, unplug
the power cord and move the reset/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 circuit breaker.)

18. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See

FOLD

ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW
AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 23.)
You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20
kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

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

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20. When using iFIT.com CD’s and videos, an

KEEP HANDS
AND FEET
AWAY FROM
THIS AREA
WHILE THE
TREADMILL IS
IN OPERATION.

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.

21. When using iFIT.com CD’s 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.

22. Always remove iFIT.com CD’s and videos
from your CD player or VCR when you are not
using them.

23. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the
treadmill every three months.

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

25.

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.

26. The treadmill is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use the 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.

The decals shown below have been placed on your treadmill. If a decal is missing
or illegible, please call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756
to order a free replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The
decals are not shown at actual size.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Congratulations for purchasing the HealthRider®T800i
treadmill. The T800i treadmill offers an impressive
array of features to help you achieve your fitness goals
in the convenience of your home. From the advanced
console to the cushioned walking platform, the T800i
treadmill is designed to make each workout more ef
fective and enjoyable. And when you’re not exercising,
the treadmill can be folded away, taking less than half
the floor space of conventional treadmills.

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

Book Holder

Water Bottle Holder*

Handrail

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

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ing this manual, call our Customer Service Department
toll-free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6
a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays).
To help us assist you, please note the product model
number and serial number before calling. The model
number is HRTL16940. 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.

Fan

Console

Key/Clip

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

BACK

Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts

Reset/Off

Circuit Breaker

Power Cord

Cushioned Walking Platform

RIGHT SIDE

*No water bottle is included

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ASSEMBLY

Assembly requires two people. Place the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not

dispose

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, the sides of the walking platform, or
the shipping carton. This does not affect treadmill performance. If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt or
on the sides of the walking platform, wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.

Assembly requires your own phillips screwdriver , rubber mallet , wire
cutters , and adjustable wrench .

of the packing materials until the treadmill is assembled.

1. For help identifying small parts, see the PART IDEN-

TIFICATION CHART on page 31.

Cut the plastic ties (not shown) from the sides of the
treadmill. With the help of a second person, carefully
raise the Uprights (65) until the Wheels (not shown) are
resting on the floor.

Hold the Book Plate (114) against the back of the
Console Base (117) and the Upright (65) as shown.
Attach the Book Plate with four 3/4” Screws (101).

2. Insert one of the Handrail Extensions (76) into the square
post on the left Upright (65). Make sure that the notch

in the Handrail Extension is in the position shown.

Align the small holes in the Handrail Extension with the
holes in the post. If necessary, use a rubber mallet to fully
insert the Handrail Extension. Attach the Handrail
Extension with four Extension Screws (50).

Identify the Left Foam Grip (62), which has a hole in the
right side. Slide the Left Foam Grip as far as possible
onto the Handrail Extension (76) and the post. (Note: It
may be helpful to apply soapy water to the Handrail
Extension
tom of the Left Foam Grip and the Handrail Extension.
Note: It may be helpful to tap on the Plastic Fasteners with
a rubber mallet.

Attach the other Handrail Extension (not shown) and the
Right Foam Grip (not shown) to the post on the right
Upright (65) in the same way. Note: There is not a hole in
the side of the Right Foam Grip.

.) Press two Plastic Fasteners (75) into the bot

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Hole

62

75

114

76

101

50

117

65

Post

Notch

101

114

35

65

50

Press a Cup Holder (35) into the Book Plate (114). Press
the other Cup Holder (not shown) into the other side of the
Book Plate.

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3. (Note: The parts shown in this step may be preassembled
but may need to be adjusted.) With the help of a second per­son, raise the Frame (55) and hold it. Insert the Left Frame
Guide (68) into the left side of the Frame. Remove the Lock
Knob (67) from the Lock Pin (72). Make sure that the Lock
Pin Collar (70) and the Spring (69) are on the Lock Pin.
Insert the Lock Pin into the Frame and the Left Frame Guide.
Press the Latch Insert (5) onto the Frame, with the Lock Pin
in the center hole. Tighten the Lock Knob onto the Lock Pin.

Align the Lock Pin (72) with the hole in the Left Foam Grip
(62) by sliding the Left Frame Guide (68) up or down.
Make sure that the Lock Pin can be inserted fully into the
hole. Hold the Left Frame Guide in place and tighten two
1/2” Screws (10) into the Latch Insert and the Left Frame
Guide. Note: It may be necessary to pull the Lock Knob
(67) to access and tighten the Screws.

3

68

Hole

62

72

55

70

69

10

5

67

4. Put the treadmill in the storage position (see HOW TO
FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE on page 23).

Have a second person hold the treadmill in the upright posi­tion. Position the U-base (20) against the base of the
Uprights (65) as shown,
U-base. Finger tighten two 2” Bolts (26) with Base
Washers (129) into the base of the Uprights and the U­base. Then, attach the U-base with two 3” Bolts (23), two
Base Washers (34), and two U-base Nuts (51). Tip the
treadmill forward if necessary. Tighten the two 2” Bolts.

5. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before

you use the treadmill. Place a mat beneath the tread­mill to protect the floor. For your benefit, familiarize

yourself with the information on pages 25 and 26.

If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page

22), follow the steps below to install the receiver and the

short jumper wire included

1. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged. Remove the

indicated 3/4” Screws (40) from the Console Back (117).
Remove the Console Back.

with the Bumpers (98) under the

with the chest pulse sensor.

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26

23

34

98

20

98

1

65

117

51

34

26

51

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Connect the Short Jumper Wire (A) to the wire on the

2.

Receiver (B). Connect the other end of the Short Jumper
Wire to the PULSE jack on the back of the Console (80).

Turn the Receiver (B) so the cylinder is on the side
shown, and hold the Receiver against the back of the

Console (80). Attach the Receiver with the two Small
Screws (C) included with the receiver.

Make sure that no wires are pinched. See step 1.
Reattach the Console Back (117) with the 3/4” Screws (40).
You may discard the other wires included with the receiver.

40

2

80

A

C

40

Cylinder

B

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TREADMILL OPERATION

THE PERFORMANT LUBETMWALKING BELT

Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with
PERFORMANT LUBE

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

TM

, a high-performance lubricant.

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.

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). To purchase a surge suppressor, see
your local HealthRider dealer or call 1-800-806-3651
and order part number 146148.

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.

1

Grounded Outlet Box

Surge Suppressor

Grounding Pin

Grounding Pin

Grounded Outlet

2

Grounded Outlet Box

Adapter

Grounding Plug

Surge Suppressor

Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is
UL 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 unexpect
edly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.

This product must be grounded.

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

If it should malfunc

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Lug

Metal Screw

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.

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

Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box

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

Key

Clip

FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The treadmill console offers an impressive array of
features designed to make your workouts 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
display instant exercise feedback. You can even mea­sure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sensor or
the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 22).

In addition, the console offers six preset workout pro­grams. Each program automatically controls the speed
and incline of the treadmill as it guides you through an
effective workout. Two pulse programs are also offered.
Each program automatically adjusts the speed and in
cline of the treadmill to keep your heart rate within a pre­set range while you exercise.

The console even allows you to create your own work­out programs and save them in memory for future use.

The console also features new iFIT.com interactive
technology. IFIT.com technology is like having a per­sonal trainer right in your home. Using the included
audio cable, you can connect the treadmill to your
home stereo, portable stereo, or computer and play
special iFIT.com CD programs (iFIT.com CD’s are

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available separately). IFIT.com CD 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.
Each CD features two programs designed by certified
personal trainers.

In addition, you can connect the treadmill to your VCR
and TV and play iFIT.com video programs (videocas­settes are available separately). Video programs offer
the same benefits as iFIT.com CD programs, but add
the excitement of working out with a class and an
instructor—the hottest new trend at health clubs.

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 op-

are soon to be available. See www.iFIT.com for

tions

details.

To purchase iFIT.com CD’s or videocassettes, call
toll-free 1-800-735-0768.

To use the manual mode of the console, follow the

steps beginning on page 10. To use preset programs,
see page 12. To use heart rate programs, see page

13. To create and use custom programs, see pages
15 and 16. To use iFIT.com CD or video programs,
see page 19. To use iFIT.com programs directly

from our Web site, see page 21.

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HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER

Plug in the power cord (see page 8).

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Locate the reset/off

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circuit breaker near
the power cord. Make
sure the breaker is in
the reset position.

Stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip

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attached to the key (see the drawing on page 9)
and slide the clip onto the waistband of your
clothes. Next, route the cord attached to the clip
under the handgrip pulse sensor, and insert the
key into the console. After a moment, the displays
and various indicators will light.

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.

HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE

Reset

Position

Test the clip by

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
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/Segment Time/Pace display will begin
to flash. To restart the walking belt, press the Start
button or the Speed

Note: The first time the treadmill is used, observe
the alignment of the walking belt, and align the
walking belt if necessary (see page 26).

Change the incline of the treadmill as desired.

button.

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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.

of 0.5

Insert the key fully into the console.

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See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER above.

Select the manual mode.

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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 repeat
edly to reselect the manual mode.

Press the Start button or the Speed

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start the walking belt.

A moment after the but­ton is pressed, the
walking
move at 1 mph. Hold
the handrails
walking. As you exer
cise, change the speed of the walking belt as de­sired by pressing the Speed

belt will begin to

and begin

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t

t

and

ss

buttons.

s

s

button to

Follow your progress with the LED matrix and

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the displays.

The LED matrix—When

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

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Time/Segment Time/
Pace display

manual mode or the
iFIT.com mode is se­lected, this display will
show the elapsed time
and your current pace (pace is measured in min-

utes per mile

number to the other every few seconds.
preset program or a heart rate program is se
lected, the display will show the time
the program, the time remaining in the current seg
ment of the program, and your current pace.

the indicators

—When the

). The display will change from one

When a

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remaining in

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Pulse/Calories/Fat
Calories display—This

display shows the ap
proximate numbers of
calories and fat calories
you have burned (see
FAT BURNING on page 28). The display will
change from one number to the other every few
seconds. The display will also show your heart
rate when you use the handgrip pulse sensor (see
step 6 at the right) or the optional chest pulse sen­sor (see page 22).

Distance/Incline/Laps
display—This display

shows the distance that
you have walked, the in­cline level of the tread­mill, and the number of
1/4-mile laps you have completed. The display will
change from one number to the next every few
seconds. Note: Each time the incline changes, the
display will show the current incline setting for sev­eral seconds.

Speed display—This
display shows the speed
of the walking belt.

Note: When the Km/H in­dicator is lit, the console
will display speed and
distance in kilometers;
when the Km/H indicator
is not lit, the console will
display speed and distance in miles. To change
the unit of measurement, first hold down the Stop
button while inserting
“E” for English miles or an “M” for metric kilometers
will appear in the Speed display. Press the Speed

button to change the unit of measurement.

ss

When the desired unit of measurement is selected,
remove the key and then reinsert it.

To reset the displays, press the Stop button, re­move the key, and then reinsert the key.

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the key into the console. An

Measure your heart rate if desired.

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You can measure your heart rate using either the
handgrip pulse sensor or the optional chest pulse
sensor.

To use the
handgrip pulse
sensor, first
make sure that
your hands are
clean. Next,

stand on the
foot rails and

place your
hands on the metal contacts on the handgrip
pulse sensor. Your palms should be resting on the
upper contacts and your fingertips should be
touching the lower contacts. Avoid moving your
hands. When your pulse is detected,
(– –) will appear in the Pulse/Calories/Fat Calories
display, and then your heart rate will be shown.

For the most accurate heart rate reading, con­tinue to hold the contacts for about 15 sec­onds.

Turn on the fans if desired.

two dashes

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To use the fans, press the Low or High button. To
turn off the fans, press the Off button. Note: Any
time that the walking belt is stopped for a few min­utes, the fans will automatically turn off.

When you are finished exercising, remove the

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key from the console.

Step onto the foot rails, press the Stop button, and

adjust the incline of the treadmill to the lowest
setting.
when the treadmill is folded to the storage posi­tion or the treadmill will be damaged. Next, re-

move the key from the console and put it in a se­cure place. Note: If the displays and various indi-

cators on the console remain lit after the key is
removed, the console is in the “demo” mode.
See page 22 and turn off the demo mode.

When you are finished using the treadmill
the
the off position and unplug the power cord.

The incline must be at the lowest setting

reset/off circuit breaker near the power cord to

move

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