Proform 831293351 Owner’s Manual

Model No. 831.293351
Serial No.

TREADMILL EXERCISER

Serial

Number

Decal

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Part List and Drawing

User's Manual

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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT ............................................................. 9

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL .................................................. 22

TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................... 24

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES ............................................................... 26

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS .................................................. Back Cover

FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ........................................................... Back Cover

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

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

WARN ING: 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.

.

Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least eight feet of clearance behind it and two 13.

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 mois-
ture 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 250 pounds.

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

.

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.

12.

Failure to use a properly functioning surge
suppressor could result in damage to the con-
trol system of the treadmill. If the control sys-
tem is damaged, the walking belt may change
speed or stop unexpectedly, which may result

in a fall and serious injury.

Keep the power cord and the surge suppres-
sor away from heated surfaces.

14.

Never move the walking belt while the power

is turned off. Do not operate the treadmill if
the power cord or plug is damaged, or if the
treadmill is not working properly. (See

BEFORE YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the tread-

mill is not working properly.)

15.

Never start the treadmill while you are stand-

ing on the walking belt. Always hold the

handrails while using the treadmill.

16.

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

17.

The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move-

ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate

readings. The pulse sensor is intended only
as an exercise aid in determining heart rate
trends in general.

18.

Never leave the treadmill unattended while it

is running. Always remove the key, unplug
the power cord and move the on/off circuit

breaker to the off position when the treadmill

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

10. When connecting the power cord (see page 9),
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 9. To purchase a surge suppressor, see
your local Sears or call 1-800-366-7278 and
order part number 146148.

19.

Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the
treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See
ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW TO FOLD
AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 22.) You
must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in
order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

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

21. When folding or moving the treadmill, make

sure that the storage latch is fully closed.

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22.

When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, an 25.
electronic "chirping" sound will alert you
when the speed and/or incline of the treadmill

is about to change. Always listen for the 26.
"chirp" and be prepared for speed and/or in-
cline changes. In some instances, the speed
and/or incline may change before the per- 27.

sonal trainer describes the change.

23.

When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, you

can manually override the speed and incline

settings at any time by pressing the speed

and incline buttons. However, when the next
"chirp" is heard, the speed and/or incline will
change to the next settings of the CD or video

program.

Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the
treadmill regularly.

Never insert or drop any object into any
opening.

DANGER: Always unplug the power

cord immediately after use, before cleaning
the treadmill, and before performing the main-
tenance and adjustment procedures de-

scribed 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.

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

using them.

28. This treadmill is intended for in-home use

only. Do not use this treadmill in any commer-
cial, 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. Sears assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property
damage sustained by or through the use of this product.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The decals shown have been placed on your treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if
it is not legible, please call toll-free 1-800-999-3756 to order a free replacement
decal (see the front cover of this manual). Apply the decal in the location shown.

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others from risk of serious
injury. Read the user's

manual and

side rails when

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starting or stopp,lg
treadmill

.Change speed in

small increments.

.Held handrails to

prevent falling, and
always wear the

safety clLp while
operating treadmill.

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dizzy, or short of
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shown at 50% of actual size.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM _
530x treadmill. The 530x treadmill combines advanced

technology with innovative design to help you get the
most from your exercise program in the convenience
and privacy of your home. And when you're not exer-
cising, the unique 530x 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 questions after read-

Water Bottle Holder
(Bottle not included)

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

Latch Knob

ing this manual, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®(1-800-469-

4663).To help us assist you, please note the product
model number and serial number before calling. The

model number of the treadmill is 831.293351. The ser-
ial number can be found on a decal attached to the

treadmill (see the front cover of this manual for the lo-
cation).

Before reading further, please review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the labeled parts.

Book Holder

Console

Handrail

Key/Clip

LEFT SIDE

Foot Rail

Walking Belt

RIGHT SIDE

-- On/Off Circuit Breaker

-- Power Cord
Front Wheel

/

Cushioned Walking Platform

Rear Roller

Adjustment Bolts

ASSEMBLY

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

dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Note: If a part needed for assembly is not in the
parts bag, first check to see if it has been pre-assembled. If a part is missing, call toll-free 1-800-999-3756.

Assembly requires your own Phillips screwdriver (_C3=======_and rubber mallet _.

Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, a
small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This is a normal
condition and does not affect treadmill performance. If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt, simply wipe off
the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.

,

With the help of a second person, carefully raise the
treadmill to the upright position as shown. If there are

plastic ties on the pulse sensors, remove them.

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

Uprights (64) forward as you insert the Extension Leg.

64

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

,

With the help of a second person, carefully lower the

Uprights (64) as shown. Note: It may be helpful to place
your foot on one of the Wheels (58) as you tip the

Uprights. Make sure that the Extension Legs (55) re-

main in the Uprights.

Attach each Extension Leg (55) with an Extension Screw

(35), a 1" Screw (13), and a Base Pad (44) as shown.

Note: One replacement Base Pad (44) may be included.

If a Base Pad becomes worn and needs to be replaced,

use the replacement Base Pad.

44

35

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144

,

With the help of a second person, carefully tip the

Uprights (64) back to the vertical position.

Attach the Latch Assembly (32) to the left Upright (64)
with two Extension Screws (35).

,

Orient one of the Handgrip Extensions (34) so the bottom is
open as shown, and insert it as far as possible into the post
on the Left Upright (64). If necessary, tap the Handgrip

Extension with a rubber mallet to fully insert it. Attach the

Handgrip Extension with two Extension Screws (35), one
towards the front of the post, and the other towards the

back.

Attach the other Handgrip Extension to the post on the

right Upright (not shown) in the same way.

,

See the inset drawing. Identify the Left Top Handgrip (31);
there are identifying marks inside the Handgrips. Set the

Left Top Handgrip on the left Handgrip Extension (34).

Insert two 1/2" Screws (33) into the two holes in the

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

3

35 32

4 Post

35--_34__"__

5 31

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Important: Do not insert the two 1/2" Screws (33) into
the wrong holes in the Handgrip Extension (34), or
tighten the Screws into the plastic bosses on the bot-
tom of the Left Top Handgrip (31).

,

Attach the matching Left Bottom Handgrip (104) with
three 1/2" Screws (33).

Attach the Right Top Handgrip and the Right Bottom

Handgrip (not shown) as described above.

33

6

104

33

33

,

Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. Keep the included allen
wrench in a secure place; the allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt (see page 25). To protect the
floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the treadmill.

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If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 21), follow the steps below to install the
receiver and the long jumper wire included with the chest pulse sensor.

1. MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER CORD IS UN-
PLUGGED. Remove the screws from the Console Back

(40). If the screws are different lengths, make sure to
note where each type of screw was used. If there are
clips attached to the Cup Holders (39, 50), remove the
screws from the clips. Then, remove the Console Back

from the Console Base (38).

2. Connect the long jumper wire (A) to the PULSE #1 jack
on the back of the Console (42) (see the inset drawing).
Connect the other end of the long jumper wire to the wire
on the receiver (B). Next, peel the paper off the pad on
the back of the receiver. Turn the receiver so the cylin-
der is on the side shown, and press the receiver onto
the back of the Console Base (38) in the indicated loca-
tion. Use the plastic tie to secure wires if needed. Discard
the other wires included with the chest pulse sensor.

Make sure that no wires are pinched. Refer to step 1
above and reattach the Console Back (40).

1 38

38

PULSE #1 Jack

_ i] _ Cylinder

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT

THE PERFORMANT LUBETM WALKING 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 plat-
form. Such substances will deteriorate the walking

belt and cause excessive wear.

HOW TO PLUG IN THE POWER CORD

DANGER: Improper connection

of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in an increased risk of electric shock.

Check with a qualified electrician or service-
man if you are in doubt as to whether the

product is properly grounded. Do not modify
the plug provided with the productmif 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 appli-
ances 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 sup-
pressor, see your local Sears or call 1-800-366-
7278 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 illus-
trated 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.

_Grounded Outlet Box

_..1 _SurgeSupp ressor
II _, I"_1 i:li_'J Grounding Pin

Grounded Outlet Grounding Plug"_

2

Grounded Outlet Box

Adapter A

( _/' Z_,,_I Surge _uppressor

Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is
UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge sup-
pressor (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 indi-
cate 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. If it should malfunc-

tion or break down, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec-

tric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having

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. Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box
covers are not grounded. Contact a qualified elec-

trician to determine if the outlet box cover is
grounded before using an adapter.

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