ProForm 785 TL User Manual
USER'S MANUAL
CAUTION
Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manual
for future reference.
Model No. 831.297860
Serial No.
The serial number is found in the location
shown below. Write the serial number in
the space above for future reference.
Serial
Number
Decal
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
CONSOLE OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
TELEVISION OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
TROUBLE-SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BACK COVER
FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BACK COVER
Note: An EXPLODED DRAWING is attached to the center of this manual. Please save the EXPLODED
DRAWING for future reference.
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. The treadmill is intended for home use only.
Do not use the treadmill in any commercial,
rental, or institutional setting.
4. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with
eight feet of clearance behind it. All parts of
the treadmill must be at least one foot from
the nearest wall. To protect the floor or carpet
from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.
5. Slots and openings in the treadmill and TV
are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable
operation, and to help prevent overheating.
These openings must not be blocked or covered. Do not place the treadmill on any surface that blocks openings, or near a radiator
or other heat source.
6. Keep the treadmill indoors, away from moisture and dust. Do not place the treadmill in a
garage or covered patio, or near water.
7. Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol
products are used or where oxygen is being
administered.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read all
important precautions and information in this manual before operating the treadmill or the television.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
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8. You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20
kg) in order to raise or lower the treadmill.
9. Keep children and pets away from the treadmill at all times.
10. The treadmill should not be used by persons
weighing more than 250 pounds.
11. Never allow more than one person on the
treadmill at a time.
12. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when
using the treadmill. Do not wear loose clothing that could become caught in the treadmill. Athletic support clothes are recommended for both men and women.
13. Always wear athletic shoes when using the
treadmill. Never use the treadmill with bare
feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.
14. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill
every three months.
15. The treadmill operates on 120 V, 60 Hz, AC
power only. Consult your dealer before connecting the treadmill if you do not know the
AC voltage in your area, as incorrect voltage
might damage the treadmill or TV. Never connect the treadmill to other than the specified
voltage such as 50 Hz or to direct current.
16. When connecting the power cord (see HOW
TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD on page 9),
plug the power cord into a surge protector
(not included) and plug the surge protector
into a grounded circuit capable of carrying 15
or more amps. No other appliance should be
on the same circuit. Do not overload wall outlets as this can result in a risk of electric
shock, fires and other hazards.
17. Use only a UL-listed surge protector, rated at
15 amps, with a 14-gauge cord of five feet or
less in length. Do not use an extension cord.
18. The power cord and surge protector should
be positioned so they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon
or against them, paying particular attention to
the cords at the plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where the power cord
exits the treadmill. Keep the power cord and
surge protector away from heated surfaces.
19. 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 6 if the treadmill is not working properly.)
20. If an outside antenna or cable system is
connected, be sure that the antenna or cable
system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and builtup static charges. Section 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984,
provides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge
unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
21. An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits, or
where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to
keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
22. Never start the treadmill while you are standing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.
23. The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments to avoid
sudden jumps in speed.
24. To reduce the possibility of the treadmill
overheating, do not operate the treadmill continuously for longer than one hour.
25. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Move the on/off switch to the ÒoffÓ
position when the treadmill is not in use.
26. To protect the treadmill and TV during lightning storms, unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or
cable system. This will prevent damage due
to lightning and power line surges.
27. Do not push objects through any openings in
the treadmill or TV as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that
could result in fire or electric shock. Never
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spill or spray any type of liquid into the treadmill or TV.
28. Unplug the treadmill from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
29. Always unplug the power cord 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.
30. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove the cover or back of the TV. There are
no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
31. The graphic symbols on the back cover of the
TV mean the following:
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated Òdangerous voltageÓ within the TVÕs
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this manual.
32. Unplug the treadmill from the wall outlet and
refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
¥ When the power cord or plug is damaged.
¥ If liquid has been spilled, or objects have
fallen into the treadmill.
¥ If the treadmill has been exposed to water.
¥ If the treadmill or TV does not operate nor-
mally when the operating instructions are
followed. Adjust only those controls that
are covered by the operating instructions,
as improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore normal operation.
¥ If the treadmill has been dropped.
¥ When the treadmill exhibits a distinct
change in performance.
33. When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician uses replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer or those
that have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
34. Upon completion of any service or repairs to
the treadmill or TV, ask the service technician
to perform safety checks to determine that
the unit is in proper operating condition (refer
to the drawing at the top of page 5).
¥ Use No. 10 AWG (5.3mm2) copper, No. 8
AWG (8.4mm2) aluminum, No. 17 AWG
(1.0mm2) copper-clad steel or bronze wire,
or larger as a ground wire.
¥ Secure antenna lead-in and ground wires to
house with stand-off insulators spaced
from 4 to 6 feet (1.22 to 1.83m) apart.
¥ Mount antenna discharge unit as close as
possible to where the lead-in enters the
house.
¥ Use jumper wire not smaller than No. 6
AWG (13.3mm2) copper, or the equivalent
when a separate antenna-grounding electrode is used. See NEC Section 810-21 (j).
Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is
provided to call the CATV system installerÕs attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building,
as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
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.
SEARS assumes no responsibility for personal
injury or property damage sustained by or
through the use of this product.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Power Lines
Ground
Clamps
Ground
Clamps
Ground
Clamp
Bonding
Jumper
Standoff
Insulators
Antenna
Lead-in Wire
Ground Wire
Ground
Wire
Antenna
Discharge Unit
To External Antenna
Terminal of Treadmill
Mast
Service
Entrance
Equipment
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System (e.g.
Interior Metal Water Pipe)
Optional Antenna Grounding Electrode Driven 8
Feet (2.44m) Into The Earth (If Required By Local
Codes). See NEC Section 810Ð21 (f).
Service
Entrance
Conductors
IMPORTANT: Incline must be at
lowest level before
folding treadmill into
storage position.
The decals shown below are found in the indicated locations on the treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not
legible, please call our toll-free HELPLINE to order a free replacement decal (see the back cover of this
manual). Apply the decal in the indicated location.
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Congratulations for selecting the revolutionary
PROFORM¨785 TL treadmill. The PROFORM 785 TL
offers an impressive array of features designed to provide an excellent form of cardiovascular exercise in the
convenience and privacy of your home. And when
youÕre not exercising, the unique PROFORM 785 TL
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 toll-free HELPLINE at 1-800-736-6879,
Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central
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 831.297860. 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 review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
labeled.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Color Television
Key/Clip
Circuit Breaker,
On/off Switch,
75 Ohm Terminal
Handrails
Walking Belt
Cushioned
Walking Platform
Foot Rails
RIGHT SIDE
LEFT SIDE
Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolt
Console
Storage
Latch
Lock Tabs
Accessory
Tray
Water Bottle
Holder (Water
Bottle is not
included)
Towel Rack
Woodgrain-Finish
Cover Panel
(See page 23)
ASSEMBLY
Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires the included allen wrench .
1. See the inset drawing. Remove the Base Extensions (76)
from the packing materials.
Refer to the drawing on page 6 and identify the right
side of the treadmill. With the help of a second person,
carefully lay the treadmill on its right side; do not lay the
treadmill on its left side or the storage latch may be
damaged.
Firmly slide a Base Extension (76) into one side of the
Base (86). Using the Allen Wrench (89), tighten an
Extension Bolt (13) into the Base Extension and the Base.
Attach the other Base Extension (not shown) in the same
manner.
2. Attach six Base Pads (43) to the Base (86) and the Base
Extensions (76) in the indicated locations. Note: One extra
Base Pad may be included.
With the help of a second person, carefully raise the
treadmill to the upright position so the Base (86) and the
Base Extensions (76) are resting on the floor.
3. Locate the two shipping brackets on the back of the tele-
vision. Remove the four indicated screws. Discard the
four screws and the shipping brackets.
76
76
Packing Materials
13
89
86
1
86
86
76
76
43
2
Shipping
Brackets
Screws
3
7
4. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand
as shown. Using your left thumb, slide open the storage
latch and hold it open. Pivot the treadmill until the frame
is past the storage latch.
5. Hold the treadmill firmly with both hands, and lower the
treadmill to the floor. Caution: To avoid pinching your
hands, do not hold the treadmill in the locations indicated by the arrows. To decrease the possibility of
injury, bend your legs and keep your back straight.
6. Remove the backing from the Adhesive Clip (90). Press
the Adhesive Clip onto the Base (86) in the indicated location. Press the Allen Wrench (89) fully into the Clip.
7. For the console and television to operate properly,
an antenna, a CATV cable, or a VCR must be connected to the 75 ohm antenna terminal on the treadmill (see the drawing at the right).
If you are using an antenna, it must be properly con-
nected and adjusted for optimal reception. Refer to ANTENNA CONNECTIONS on page 17 to properly connect
an antenna.
If you are using a CATV cable, refer to CATV CABLE
CONNECTION on page 17 to properly connect the cable.
If you are using a VCR, refer to HOW TO CONNECT A
VCR on page 22 to properly connect the VCR. The VCR
must be turned on, a videocassette must be properly
inserted, and the VCR must be playing. Refer to your
VCR userÕs manual for operating instructions.
Make sure that all parts of the treadmill are properly tightened. To protect the floor or carpet from damage,
place a mat under the treadmill. Read all instructions in this manual before operating the treadmill.
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6
86
89
75 Ohm
Antenna
Terminal
90
7
Storage
Latch
Opened
4
Do not hold here
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9
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
THE PERFORMANT LUBETMWALKING BELT
Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with
PERFORMANT LUBETM, 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 homeÕs 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
protector (not included) with your
treadmill.
Surge protectors are
sold at most hardware
stores and department
stores. Use only a ULlisted surge protector,
rated at 15 amps, with a
14-gauge cord of five
feet or less in length.
This product must be
grounded. If it should
malfunction 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
protector, and plug the surge protector into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
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 protector 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 productÑif it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
1
2
Grounded Outlet Box
Grounded Outlet Box
Grounding Plug
Treadmill Power Cord
Grounding Plug
Grounding Plug
Grounding Pin
Surge Protector
Grounding Pin
Grounding Pin
Adapter
Lug
Metal Screw
Grounded Outlet
Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic
on the face of the console, remove it.
FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE
The revolutionary PROFORM 785 TL offers an impressive array of features designed to make your workouts
more enjoyable and effective.
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 integral color
TV will show your favorite television programs while
displaying instant exercise feedbackÑyou can view
the elapsed time, speed, distance, incline, and numbers of calories and fat calories burned. In addition, the
console offers seven preset workout programs. Each
program is designed to automatically control either the
speed or the incline of the treadmill as it guides you
through an effective workout.
Complete instructions for operating the color TV are
found in the section beginning on page 16 of this manual. To operate the console with the TV, read the instructions on pages 11 to 15.
IMPORTANT: For the console and television to operate properly, an antenna, a CATV cable, or a VCR
must be connected to the 75 ohm antenna terminal
on the front of the motor hood (see assembly drawing 6 on page 8).
If you are using an antenna, it must be properly con-
nected and adjusted for optimal reception. Refer to ANTENNA CONNECTIONS on page 17 to properly connect an antenna.
If you are using a CATV cable, refer to CATV CABLE
CONNECTION on page 17 to properly connect the
cable.
If you are using a VCR, refer to HOW TO CONNECT
A VCR on page 22 to properly connect the VCR.
CAUTION: Before operating the
console, read the following precautions.
¥ Always wear the clip (see the drawing above)
while using the treadmill. If the key is pulled
from the console, the walking belt will stop.
¥ Do not stand on the walking belt when turn-
ing on the power or starting the walking belt.
¥ The treadmill is capable of high speeds.
Adjust the speed in small increments.
¥ To reduce the possibility of the treadmill
overheating, do not operate the treadmill
continuously for longer than one hour.
¥ Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Move the on/off switch to the ÒoffÓ
position when the treadmill is not in use.
¥ To reduce the risk of electric shock, keep
the console dry, avoid spilling liquids on the
console, and use only a sealed water bottle.
Remove the water bottle from the console
before folding the treadmill for storage.
Clip
Key
Program Profiles
CONSOLE OPERATION
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DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE
Please refer to the drawing at the top of page 10.
A. Program profilesÑThese profiles show how the
speed or incline of the treadmill will change during
the preset workout programs. During program 6, for
example, the incline will gradually increase during
the first half of the program, and then gradually decrease during the last half.
B. Key and clipÑThis key turns the console on and off.
The attached clip is designed to be worn on your
waistband. If the key is pulled from the console, the
power will automatically turn off.
C. SELECT buttonsÑThese buttons are used to select
the manual mode and the seven preset workout
programs. They are also used to set your weight,
select a maximum speed setting for a speed
program, and select a maximum incline setting for
an incline program.
D. PROGRAM START buttonÑThis button is used to
start preset workout programs.
E. ENTER buttonÑThis button is pressed after you
enter your weight, or select the manual mode or one
of the preset workout programs.
F. SCREEN OPTIONS buttonÑThis button is used to
select the way that exercise feedback is shown on
the TV. There are three different options:
Option 1ÑThe bottom
of the TV screen will
show the elapsed time
and the speed for
seven seconds, the
distance and the incline for seven seconds, and then the
numbers of calories and fat calories burned for
seven seconds (see page 28 for an explanation of
fat calories). The cycle will then repeat. Note: If a
preset program is selected, the speed or incline settings of the program will also be shown.
Option 2ÑThe TV will
simultaneously show
the elapsed time,
speed, incline, distance, and numbers of
calories and fat calories burned.
Option 3ÑThe TV will
show only the speed in
the lower right corner.
Note: If a speed program is selected, the
speed will flash for five
seconds each time the
speed of the walking
belt is about to change.
G. HIDE buttonÑThis button is used to select the way
that the TV screen will appear when exercise feedback is shown. The three modes are described below.
Mode 1ÑThe text will
be displayed over a
normal TV picture.
Mode 2ÑA horizontal
black stripe will appear
behind the text, making it easier to read the
text if the TV picture is
light.
Mode 3ÑA black box
will appear behind the
text, covering the TV
picture.
H. SPEED buttonsÑThese buttons are used to control
the speed of the walking belt. Each time one of the
buttons is pressed, the speed will change by 0.1
mph. The buttons can be held down to change the
speed quickly. The speed range of the walking belt
is 0.5 mph to 10 mph.
I. INCLINE buttonsÑThese buttons are used to control
the incline of the treadmill. Each time one of the buttons is pressed, the incline will change by 0.5%. The
buttons can be held down to change the incline
quickly. The incline range is 1.5% to 10%.
J. STOP buttonÑThis button is used to stop the walk-
ing belt. If the button is pressed briefly, the values of
the six feedback modes will be retained. If the button
is held down for two seconds, the elapsed time,
speed, distance, incline, and numbers of calories
and fat calories will be reset to zero.
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