Matrix Treadmill, T4, T5 Owner's Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

TREADMILL

Table of Contents

1.0) IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Proper Usage

1

Check for Damaged Parts 1

1.1)

Important Safety Instructions 1

1.2)

Electrical Requirements 2

1.3)

Grounding Instructions 2

2.0) SETTING UP THE TREADMILL

2.1) Unpacking Treadmill 3

2.2)

Contents 3

2.3)

Optional Equipment 3

3.0) OVERLAY DESCRIPTION AND CUSTOM SETTINGS

3.1) The Console 4

3.2)

Manager Club Settings 4

3.3)

Manager Screen Description 4

3.4)

Manager Screens Exceptions/Details 4

3.5)

Setting Up Entertainment and CSAFE Devices 5

3.6)

Entertainment Devices for the T5 Treadmill 6

3.7)

Troubleshooting 6

4.0) MAINTENANCE

4.1) Recommended Cleaning Tips 7

4.2)

Deck and Belt Replacement 7

4.3)

Adjusting the Belt 7

5.0) USING THE PROGRAMS

5.1) Introduction to the Programs 8

5.2)

Run Time Program Screens Descriptions 8

6.0) OPERATING THE PROGRAMS

6.1) Manual Operation 10

6.2)

Operating Level Based Programs 10

6.3)

Heart Rate Controlled Programs 10

7.0) EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS 12

8.0) PARTS AND ASSEMBLY

8.1) T5 Exploded View 15

8.2)

Parts List 16

8.3)

Assembly Instructions 20

1) Important Safety Information

It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser of Matrix Fitness Systems products to instruct all indi­viduals, whether they are the end user or supervising personnel on proper usage of the equipment.

It is recommended that all users of Matrix Fitness Systems exercise equipment be informed of
the following information prior to its use.

PROPER USAGE

1. Do not use any equipment in any way other than designed or intended by the manufacturer.

It is imperative that weight stack machines as well as any other Matrix Fitness Systems equipment
are used properly to avoid injury.

2. Keep hands and feet clear at all times from moving parts to avoid injury.

3. Unsupervised children must be kept away from this equipment.

4. Do not wear dangling loose clothing while on equipment.

CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS

1. DO NOT use any equipment that is damaged and or has worn or broken parts. Use only

replace-ment parts supplied by Matrix Fitness Systems.

2. MAINTAIN LABELS AND NAMEPLATES Do not remove labels for any reason. They contain

important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Matrix Fitness Systems for a replacement.

3. MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT Preventative maintenance is the key to smooth operating equip-

ment as well as keeping the users liability to a minimum. Equipment needs to be inspected
at regular intervals. Defective components must be replaced immediately. Improperly working
equipment must be kept out of use until it is repaired.

4. Ensure that any person(s) making adjustments or performing maintenance or repair of any

kind is qualified to do so. Matrix Fitness Systems will provide service and maintenance training
at our corporate facility upon request or in the field if proper arrangements are made.

1.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• This T

readmill is intended to for commercial use

• T

o insure the users safety and protect the equipment, read all instructions before operating

the MA

TRIX

tr

eadmill.

When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed, including
the following:

DANGER To reduce the risk of electric shock:

• Always unplug this equipment from the electrical outlet immediately after using and

before cleaning.

WARNING To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons that may be

associated with using this product:

• An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when

not in use and before putting on or taking off parts.

• This product must be used for its intended purpose described in this Owner’s Guide. Do not

use other attachments that are not recommended by the manufacturer. Attachments may
cause injury.

• To prevent electrical shock, never drop or insert any object into any opening.

• Do not remove the side covers. Service should only be done by an authorized service technician.

• Never operate the treadmill with the air openings blocked, Keep the air openings clean, free

of lint, hair and the like.

• Never operate product if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has

been damaged, or immersed in water. Return the appliance to a service center for examination
and repair.

• Do not carry this appliance by supply cord or use cord as handle.

• Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces.

• Keep hands and loose clothing away from moving parts.

• Close supervision is necessary when treadmill is used by or near children, invalids, or dis-

abled persons.

• Do not use outdoors.

• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being

administered.

• To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, then remove plug from outlet

• Connect this treadmill to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding instructions.

CAUTION If the user experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of breath, STOP

exercising immediately and consult a physician before continuing.

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1) Important Safety Information

1.2 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

For your safety and treadmill performance, Matrix Fitness Systems' treadmills require a dedicated
20 amp circuit. The ground on this circuit must be non-looped. Please refer to NEC article 210-21
and 210-23. Your Treadmill is provided with a power cord with a plug listed below and requires the
listed outlet. Any alterations of this power cord could void all warranties of this product.

1.3 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

The Matrix T4 or T5 Treadmill must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric
shock. The treadmill is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If the user do not follow these
Gr

ounding Instructions, the user could void the Matrix limited warranty.

DANGER Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of

electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or ser

viceman if the user ar

e 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 technician.

120V UNITS DESIGNATED FOR U.S. MARKETS

The Matrix T5 or T4 Treadmill is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a non looped
grounding plug. Make sure that the 110V treadmill is connected to an outlet, NEMA 5-20R,
having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this product.

220V UNITS DESIGNATED FOR U.S. MARKETS

The T5 or T4 Treadmill is for use on a circuit having a nominal rating more than 220 volts and
is factory-equipped with a specific power supply cord to permit connection to a proper electric cir­cuit. Make sure that the 220V T5 or T4 is connected to an outlet, NEMA 6-20R, having the same
configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this product.

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120V 20amp Plug NEMA 5-20P

220V 20amp Plug NEMA 6-20P

120V 20A Outlet NEMA 5-20R 

220V 20A Outlet NEMA 6-20R

2) Setting Up the Treadmill

2.1 UNP

ACKING TREADMILL

The users MATRIX treadmill is inspected before it is packaged. It is shipped in four pieces: the
base, the uprights console supports the handlebar and the console. Carefully unpack the unit
and dispose of the box material.

CAUTION This unit weighs 450 pounds. Be sure to have proper assistance to remove and move

the unit, to avoid injury to the user and the unit.

2.2 CONTENTS

1. Treadmill Base 1

2. Upright Console Supports 2

3. Hardware Fasteners and Washer Bag 1

4. Handle Bar Set 1

5. Console Side Cover Shrouds 2 Sets

6. Console 1

7. Console Mounting Bracket 2

8. Power Cord 1

If any items are missing please contact MATRIX FITNESS SYSTEMS customer service at

1-866-MXFITNESS.

2.3 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Optional equipment may be available for the users MATRIX product. Please visit our web site
at www.matrix-fitness.com for more information.

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3) Overlay Description and Custom Settings

3.1 THE CONSOLE

PROGRAMS Simple program view and selection buttons. Seven programs to choose from.
START / QUICK START One touch Start and Quick Start.
ENTER Quick entry of information and level selection.
STOP / HOLD TO RESET Stop Pause and hold for 3 seconds to reset.
CLEAR (T5) Clears number keypad entry.
NUMBER KEYPAD (T5) Allows quick information and level selection.
UP / DOWN ELEVATION Easy information and elevation selection.
UP / DOWN SPEED Easy information and speed selection.
DISPLAY VIEW (T5) These three buttons allow the user to customize the way the unit's infor-

mation and lights are displayed.

ENTERTAINMENT (T5) Control the CHANNEL and VOLUME of your attached TV or enter-

tainment system.

3.2 MANAGER CLUB SETTINGS

There are two levels of access to manager screens. The first level of access is obtained by hold­ing the elevation down, speed up keys. This level only allows access to the Manger screens.

3.3 MANAGER SCREEN DESCRIPTION

Manager screens allow the viewing and editing of variables that would be necessary for a club

operator/manager to customize. Unless otherwise noted manager screens consist of the initial
screen, the editing or action screen and the saving screen. The initial screen displays the variable
type and in most cases the current value. Edit or actions screens are where the editing of the
variable take place. The saving screen indicates the variable is being saved.

To access the Manager Settings press and hold the

ELEVA

TION DOWN

and SPEED UP buttons

for three seconds.
Use the ELEVATION or SPEED UP and DOWN arrows to scroll through the different man-

ager settings.
Press ENTER to edit the selected manager setting.
Use the ELEVATION or SPEED UP and DOWN arrows to set the variable.
Press

START to save the selected variable.

*Note SAVING will appear in the 7 segment window when the variable is being saved to
memory.

Press STOP to exit that segment at any time or press the emergency stop for treadmill use.

3.4 MANAGER SCREENS EXCEPTIONS/DETAILS

Below is a list of functions for each manager setting. Exceptions will be noted in the descrip­tion for each manager setting:

P0 MAXIMUM TIME (EDIT)

This variable controls the program maximum time.
Active variable displayed in the time seven segment display.
Numeric entry is active.

P1 DEFAULT TIME (EDIT)

This variable controls the default program time.
Active variable displayed in the time seven segment display.
Numeric entry is active.

P2 DEFAULT LEVEL (EDIT)

This variable contr

ols the default pr

ogram level (may be eliminated in final product).

Active variable displayed in the time seven segment display

.

Numeric entry is active.

P3 DEFAULT AGE (EDIT)

This variable controls the default user age used in the goal heart rate calculations.

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3) Overlay Description and Custom Settings

Active variable displayed in the time seven segment display.
Numeric entry is active.

P4 DEFAULT WEIGHT (EDIT)

This variable sets the default weight used in the calorie calculations.
Active variable displayed in the time seven segment display.
Sets to default on unit change.
Displayed in native units (kilogram or pounds).
Numeric entry is active.

P5 ACCUMULATED DISTANCE

Active variable displayed in the time seven segment display.
Accumulated distance is not editable, for display only.
Displayed in native units (miles or kilometers).
Holding the start key resets the accumulated distance.

P6 ACCUMULATED TIME

Active variable displayed in the time seven segment display.
Accumulated distance is not editable, for display only.
Holding the start key resets the accumulated distance.

P7 SOFTWARE VERSION

Active variable displayed in the distance seven-segment display.
Software version is not editable, for display only.

P8 START SPEED (EDIT)

Controls the starting speed for all programs (minimum speed not affected).
Active variable displayed in the speed seven-segment display.
Displayed in native units (miles per hour or kilometers per hour).
Reverts to default value on unit change.
Numeric entry is active.

P9 MAXIMUM SPEED (EDIT)

Controls the maximum speed for all programs.
Active variable displayed in the speed seven-segment display.
Displayed in native units (miles per hour or kilometers per hour).
Rever

ts to default value on unit change.

Numeric entry is active.

P10 DEFAULT CHANNEL (EDIT)

Controls the default channel for entertainment CSAFE compatible devices.

This variable is editable.
Numeric entry is active.

P11 DEFAULT VOLUME (EDIT)

Controls the default volume for entertainment CSAFE compatible devices.
This variable is editable.
Numeric entry is active.

P13 SPEED MODE (EDIT)

Changes from Standard (Miles) to Metric (Kilometers).
Unit change will force unit dependent variables to revert to their default values.

3.5) SETTING UP ENTERTAINMENT AND CSAFE DEVICES

On the back of the console there are three RJ45 connectors on the T5 and two on the T4, for
the users convenience. They ar

e labeled for Enter

tainment and

CSAFE The T5 allows the user

to use Entertainment audio and visual products in combination with CSAFE products like

FITLINXX.

Locate the three jacks. Use the CSAFE IN to plug in any CSAFE device using the RJ45 connector.

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MINIMUM

VARIABLE DEFAULT FACTORY MAXIMUM STEP SIZE UNITS

Maximum Time 5 20 95 5 minutes

Default Time 5 20 NV max time 5 minutes

Default Level 1 1 20 1

Default Weight 80 150 400 5 pounds

Default Age 15 30 100 1 years

Start Speed 0.5 1 2 0.1 mph

Maximum Speed 2 12 12 0.1 mph

Machine Type T4 T4 T5 1 Unit

IR On/Off OFF ON ON 1 Unit

Default Channel 1 1 30 1

Default Volume 1 16 30 1

3) Overlay Description and Custom Settings

CSAFE OUT allows CSAFE products to be daisy chained together from one unit to the next. The

connection is as follows:

3.6 ENTERTAINMENT DEVICES FOR THE T5 TREADMILL

The users equipment is preset to offer the user the maximum benefit of the users desired enter­tainment offering. Whether it is FIT CONNEXION or other CSAFE ready entertainment pack­ages, Matrix makes it easy to connect. Look on the back of the console and locate the port
labeled

ENTERTAINMENT. This port is specific for audio and visual entertainment devices.

CSAFE ready products can plug in and utilize the volume, channel and the headphone connector

located on the console. Please contact the manufacture of the users entertainment option for
more information on

CSAFE compatibility.

3.7 TROUBLE SHOOTING

1. MY DEVICE DOES NOT POWER UP.

A. Check that the Treadmill has power and is turned on.
B. Make sure the RJ45 connector is plugged into the entertainment unit and the

ENTERTAINMENT port on the back of the console.

C. Some third party entertainment systems require headphones to be plugged in for it to

power up.

2. I CAN NOT CHANGE CHANNELS OR VOLUME WITH THE CONSOLE ON THE T5.

A. Check with the entertainment unit’s manufacture to be sure the user have a CSAFE

compatible device.

B. Check Manager Club Settings.

Follow the instructions that come with FIT CONNEXION to connect the users personal TV and
enjoy the proprietary entertainment device. Visit www.matrix-fitness.com for more information.

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