Image IMTL11994 User Manual

USER'S MANUAL

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Model No. IMTL11994
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

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

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

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

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

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

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

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

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
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 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 300 pounds.

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 7),
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 single-outlet surge suppressor that
meets all of the specifications described on
page 8. To purchase a surge suppressor, see
your local IMAGE dealer or call 1-800-806-3651
and order part number 146148.

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 4 if the tread­mill is not working properly.

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

18.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.

19. 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.

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

21.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. (See the drawing on page 4 for the loca­tion of the on/off switch.)

22. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the

treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on page 5, and HOW TO MOVE
THE TREADMILL on page 21.) You must be
able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order

to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

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

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

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

26.

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.

27.This treadmill is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use this treadmill in a 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 decal shown below has been placed on the treadmill. If the
decal is missing or illegible, please call our Customer Service
Department, toll-free, to order a free replacement decal (see the
telephone number on the front cover of this manual). Apply the
decal in the location shown. Note: The decal is shown at 38% of ac-

tual size.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for selecting the IMAGE®10.2QL treadmill.
The IMAGE 10.2QL treadmill combines advanced
technology with innovative design to let you enjoy an
effective form of cardiovascular exercise in the conve­nience and privacy of your home. And when you’re not
exercising, the unique IMAGE 10.2QL 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 have additional questions,

please 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 of the treadmill is IMTL11994. 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.

Handrail

Lock Knob

Key/Clip

Circuit

Breaker

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

Power Cord

Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolt

Water Bottle

Holder (Bottle

not included)

Reading Rack

Accessory Tray

Console

Upright

On/Off
Switch

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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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. A rubber mallet may be needed for
assembly.

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
Uprights (65) until the treadmill is in the position shown.

2. Press the Lock Knob Sleeve (68) into the left Upright
(65). If necessary, use a rubber mallet to tap the Lock
Knob Sleeve into the Upright.

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 left
Upright (65) and tighten the Lock Knob onto the Lock Pin.

3. Make sure that all parts are 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 pages 22 and 23). To protect the floor
or carpet from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.

65

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72

70

69

67

68

65

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HOW TO PUT ON THE HEART RATE MONITOR

The heart rate monitor consists of two components:
the chest strap and the sensor unit (see the drawing
below). Insert the tab on one end of the chest strap
through the hole in one end of the sensor unit. Press
the end of the sensor unit under the buckle on the chest
strap. The tab should be almost flush with the front of
the sensor unit.

Next, wrap the
heart rate moni­tor around your
chest and
attach the other
end of the chest
strap to the sen­sor unit. Adjust
the length of the
chest strap, if
necessary. The
heart rate moni­tor should be under your clothes, tight against your
skin, and as high under the pectoral muscles or
breasts as is comfortable. Make sure that the logo on
the sensor unit is facing forward and is right-side-up.

Pull the sensor unit away from your body a few inches
and locate the two electrode areas on the inner side.
The electrode areas are the areas covered by shallow
ridges. Using saline solution such as saliva or contact
lens solution, wet both electrode areas. Return the
sensor unit to a position against your chest.

HEART RATE MONITOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE

• Thoroughly dry the heart rate monitor after each

use. The heart rate monitor is activated when the
electrode areas are wetted and the heart rate
monitor is put on; the heart rate monitor shuts off
when it is removed and the electrode areas are

dried. If the heart rate monitor is not dried after each
use, it may remain activated longer than necessary,
draining the battery prematurely.

• Store the heart rate monitor in a warm, dry place.
Do not store the heart rate monitor in a plastic bag
or other container that may trap moisture.

• Do not expose the heart rate monitor to direct
sunlight for extended periods of time; do not expose
it to temperatures above 122° Fahrenheit (50°
Celsius) or below 14° Fahrenheit (-10° Celsius).

• Do not excessively bend or stretch the sensor unit
when using or storing the heart rate monitor.

• Clean the sensor unit using a damp cloth—never
use alcohol, abrasives, or chemicals. The chest
strap may be hand washed and air dried.

HEART RATE MONITOR TROUBLE-SHOOTING

The instructions on the following pages explain
how the heart rate monitor is used with the console.
If the heart rate monitor does not function properly,
try the steps below.

• Make sure that you are wearing the heart rate moni­tor as described at the left. Note: If the heart rate
monitor does not function when positioned as de­scribed, move it slightly lower or higher on your chest.

• Use saline solution such as saliva or contact lens
solution to wet the two electrode areas on the
sensor unit. If heart rate readings do not appear until
you begin perspiring, re-wet the electrode areas.

• As you walk or run on the treadmill, position your­self near the center of the walking belt. For the

console to display heart rate readings, the user
must be within arm’s length of the console.

• The heart rate monitor is designed to work with
people who have normal heart rhythms. Heart rate
reading problems may be caused by medical
conditions such as premature ventricular contrac­tions (pvcs), tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmia.

• The operation of the heart rate monitor can be
affected by magnetic interference caused by high
power lines or other sources. If it is suspected that
this is a problem, try relocating the treadmill.

• The CR2032 battery may need to be replaced (see
page 24).

HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR

Chest Strap

Tabs

Sensor Unit

Tab

Buckle

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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 pos-

sibility 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 IMAGE dealer or call 1-800­806-3651 and order part number 146148.

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 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

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The treadmill console offers an impressive array of
features to help you get the most from your exercise.

When the console is in the manual mode, the speed
and incline of the treadmill can be changed with a
touch of a button. As you exercise, the five displays
will show your heart rate, the number of calories and
fat calories you have burned, your speed, your pace,
the distance you have walked, the incline level of the
treadmill, the number of 1/4-mile laps you have com­pleted, and workout time.

Four preset workout programs are also offered. Each
program automatically controls the speed and incline of
the treadmill as it guides you through an effective work­out. The console even allows you to create custom
workout programs and store them in the console’s
memory for future use.

The console also features advanced iFIT.com 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 (CDs are 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 (iFIT.com
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 basic programs, audio programs, and video pro­grams directly from the internet. Additional options are
soon to be available. See www.iFIT.com for details.

To purchase iFIT.com CDs, iFIT.com videocassettes,
call toll-free 1-800-735-0768. For information about op­tional hand weights, call toll-free 1-800-772-0257.

To use the manual mode of the console, follow the
steps beginning on page 10. To use a performance
program, see page 12. To create a custom program,
see page 13. To use a custom program, see page 14.

To use iFIT.com CD or video programs, refer to page

17. To use iFIT.com programs directly from our in-

ternet site, see page 19.

Note: The console can display exercise feedback
in either miles or kilometers. For simplicity, all
instructions in this section refer to miles.

DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE

F K

BA C D E

G H L M

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J

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

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DESCRIPTION OF THE CONSOLE

Refer to the drawing on the opposite page to identify
the features described below.

A. Pulse display—This display shows your heart rate

when the heart rate monitor is worn. The heart­shaped indicator will flash each time your heart
beats.

B. Calories/Fat Calories display—This display shows

the numbers of calories and fat calories you have
burned (see BURNING FAT on page 25). The dis­play will alternate between one number and the
other every seven seconds.

C. Speed/Minutes-Mile display—This display shows

the speed of the walking belt and your current pace
(pace is measured in minutes per mile). The display
will alternate between one number and the other
every seven seconds.

D. Distance/Incline/Laps display—This display shows

the distance you have walked and the number of
1/4-mile laps you have completed. The display will
alternate between one number and the other every
seven seconds. Each time the Incline buttons are
pressed, the display will show the incline setting for
several seconds.

E. Time/Segment Time display—When the manual

mode or an iFIT.com program is selected, this dis­play shows the elapsed time. When a performance
program or a custom program is selected, the dis­play shows both the time remaining in the program
and the time remaining in the current period of the
program. The display will alternate between one
number and the other every seven seconds.

F. Performance program profiles—These profiles

show how the speed and incline of the treadmill will
change during performance programs.

G. Incline buttons—These buttons control the incline of

the treadmill. The incline range is 0% to 10%.

H. Stop button—This button is used to stop the walking

belt.

I. Key with clip—The key turns the console on and off.

The clip is worn on the waistband of your clothes.

J. Start button—This button is used to start the walking

belt.

K. Mode indicators—These indicators show whether

the manual mode, a performance program, a cus­tom program, or an iFIT.com program is selected.

L. Speed buttons—These buttons control the speed of

the walking belt. The speed range is 0.5 mph to 10
mph. Note: When the Start button is pressed, the
walking belt will begin to move at 1.0 mph.

M. Program Select button—This button is used to select

the manual mode, the four performance programs,
the two custom programs, and iFIT.com programs.
Note: If the walking belt is moving when the
Program Select button is pressed, the walking belt
will slow to a stop and the displays will be reset.

N. Record button—This button is used to program

speed and incline settings for custom programs.

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