ProForm 900 Treadmill, 990, 900 HEART RATE CONTROL, PETL85140 User Manual

Model No. PETL85140

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USER'S MANUAL

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CAUTION

Read all precautions and instruc­tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this manual
for future reference.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

TREADMILL OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

PART LIST

EXPLODED DRAWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

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

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PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON IP, 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 2.5 m (8 ft.) of clearance behind it and

0.5 m (2 ft.) 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 135 kg (300 lbs.).

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.

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

When connecting the power cord (see page

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9), plug the power cord into an earthed circuit.
No other appliance should be on the same cir­cuit. When replacing the fuse, an ASTA ap
proved BS1362 type should be fitted to the
fuse carrier. A 13 amp fuse should be used.

If an extension cord is needed, use only a 3-

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conductor, 1mm
longer than 1.5 m (5 ft.).

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(14-gauge) cord that is no

Always wear ath

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12. Keep the power cord away from heated sur­faces.

13. Never move the walking belt whilst 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 whilst you are stand­ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails whilst 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 sensors are not medical devices.
Various factors, including the user's move­ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate
readings. The pulse sensors are intended
only as exercise aids in determining heart
rate trends in general.

17. Never leave the treadmill unattended whilst 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 5 for the loca­tion of the switch.)

Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the

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treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See

FOLD

ASSEMBLY on page 6, and HOW

TREADMILL on page 24.)

AND MOVE
You must be able to safely lift 20 kg (45 lbs.)
to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

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

20. 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 per
sonal trainer describes the change.

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21. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, you can
manually override the speed and incline set
tings 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 CDs 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.

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DANGER: Always unplug the power

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cord immediately after use, before cleaning
the treadmill, and before performing the main
tenance and adjustment procedures de­scribed in this manual. Never remove the
motor hood unless instructed to do so by an
authorised service representative. Servicing
other than the procedures in this manual
should be performed by an authorised ser­vice representative only.

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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The decals shown at the right and below have been placed on your treadmill. If a
decal is missing or illegible, please call our Customer Service Department to order
a free replacement decal (see ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS on the back
cover of this manual). Apply the decal in the location shown.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM
990 treadmill. The PROFORM 990 treadmill combines
advanced technology with innovative design to help you
get the most from your exercise program in the conve
nience and privacy of your home. And when you’re not
exercising, the unique PROFORM 990 treadmill 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-

Book Holder

Tray

Handrail

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

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ing this manual, please call our Customer Service
Department at 08457 089 009. To help us assist you,
please note the product model number and serial num­ber before calling. The model number of the treadmill
is PETL85140. 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 familiarise yourself with the labeled parts.

Fan

Console

Key/Clip

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts

Circuit Breaker

On/Off Switch

Power Cord

Adjustable Cushioned

Walking Platform

(See page 24)

RIGHT SIDE

BACK

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ASSEMBLY

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

until the Upright (65) is raised the the vertical position (see step 1 below). Do not dispose
until the treadmill is assembled.

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 the included hex key and your own phillips screwdriver .

of the packing materials

1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the
Uprights (65) to a vertical position.

Have the second person hold the console assembly near
the Uprights (65) as shown. Look under the console as­sembly and locate the

Cut the plastic ties securing the Upright Wire Harness
(85) to the right Upright (65). Connect the Upright Wire
Harness to the Console Wire Harness (71).

connect the connectors properly (see the inset draw­ing). The connectors should slide together easily and
snap into place. If the connectors do not slide together

easily and snap into place, turn one connector and try
again. IF THE CONNECTORS ARE NOT CONNECTED

PROPERLY, THE CONSOLE MAY BE DAMAGED
WHEN THE POWER IS TURNED ON.

2. Insert the excess Wire Harness (71, 85) into the right
Upright (65).

Set the console assembly on the Uprights (65). Whilst a
second person holds the console assembly, attach the
console assembly with four Console Bolts (99) and four
Console Star Washers (94) as shown.

Console Bolts.

Console Wire Harness (71).

Make sure to

Firmly tighten the

1

2

Console

Assembly

71

85

Console

Assembly

71

85

65

71, 85

94

99

65

94

99

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3. With the help of a second person, raise the treadmill
Frame (55). Hold the Latch Housing (68) and the Latch
Housing Cover (5) against the Frame as shown. Loosely
thread the two blunt-tipped 1/2” Screws (105) into the
Latch Housing Cover and the Latch Housing as shown.

Do not tighten the Screws yet.

Remove the knob from the pin. Make sure that the collar
and the spring are on the pin. The collar should be on the
indicated side of the spring. Insert the pin into the Latch
Housing (68), and tighten the knob back onto it.

Align the pin with the hole in the Left Handgrip (63) by slid­ing the Latch Housing (68) up or down. Make sure that the
pin can be inserted fully into the hole. Hold the Latch
Housing in place as you tighten two 1/2” Tek Screws (20)
into the Latch Housing and the Frame (55). Then, tighten
the 1/2” Screws (105). Note: It may be necessary to pull
on the knob to access and tighten the Screws.

3

Hole

Knob

105

Collar

Spring

63

68

20

55

5

Small
Holes

Pin

105

20

4. Remove the backing from the indicated tape on the con­sole assembly. Press the Book Holder (23) firmly onto the

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23

tape. Note: The Book Holder may be preassembled.

Console

Assembly

Tape

6. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. Place a mat beneath the
treadmill to protect the floor or carpet. For your benefit, we recommend that you familiarise yourself with
the TROUBLESHOOTING section on pages 26 and 27.

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HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR

HOW TO PUT ON THE

The chest pulse sensor 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 into
one end of the sensor unit, as shown in the inset draw­ing. Press the end of the sensor unit under the buckle
on the chest strap. The tab should be flush with the
front of the sensor unit.

Tabs

Sensor Unit

Next, wrap the
chest pulse sen­sor 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
chest pulse sen­sor 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 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.

CHEST PULSE SENSOR

Chest Strap

Tab

Sensor

Unit

Buckle

dried. If the chest pulse sensor is not dried after
each use, it may remain activated longer than nec­essary, draining the battery prematurely.

• Store the chest pulse sensor in a warm, dry place.
Do not store the chest pulse sensor in a plastic bag
or other container that may trap moisture.

• Do not expose the chest pulse sensor to direct
sunlight for extended periods of time; do not expose
it to temperatures above 50° C (122° F) or below
–10° C (14° F).

• Do not excessively bend or stretch the sensor unit
when using or storing the chest pulse sensor.

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

CHEST PULSE SENSOR TROUBLESHOOTING

The instructions on the following pages explain
how the chest pulse sensor is used with the con­sole. If the chest pulse sensor does not function
properly, try the steps below.

• Make sure that you are wearing the chest pulse sen­sor as described at the left. Note: If the chest pulse
sensor 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 centre of the walking belt.

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

The chest pulse sensor is designed to work with

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people who have normal heart rhythms. Heart rate
reading problems may be caused by medical
conditions such as premature ventricular contrac
tions (pvcs), tachycardia bursts, and arrhythmia.

For the

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CHEST PULSE SENSOR

• Thoroughly dry the chest pulse sensor after each
use. The chest pulse sensor is activated when the
electrode areas are wetted and the heart rate
monitor is put on; the chest pulse sensor shuts off
when it is removed and the electrode areas are

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

The operation of the chest pulse sensor can be

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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 28).

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TREADMILL OPERATION

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

This product must be earthed. If it should malfunction or break

down, earthing provides a path of least resistance for electric cur­rent to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped
with a power cord having an equipment-earthing conductor and an
earthing plug. Important: If the power cord is damaged, it must

be replaced with a manufacturer-recommended power cord.

See drawing 1. Plug the indicated end of the power cord into the
socket on the treadmill. If a ferrite box is included, lift the tab on
the ferrite box and clamp the ferrite box around the power cord.
Fasten the included plastic tie just behind the ferrite box and cut off
the excess plastic tie. The plastic tie will prevent the ferrite box from
sliding along the power cord.

See drawing 2. Press the pins on the power cord into the metal clips
in the adapter as shown. Close the adapter cover over the end of the
power cord and tighten the screw in the adapter. Important: Make

sure that the adapter cover is secure and the screw has been
tightened before using the power cord.

See drawing 3. Plug the power cord into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and earthed in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances. Important: The treadmill is not compatible with

GFCI-equipped outlets.

1

2

Screw

Adapter

3

Socket on Treadmill

Ferrite Box

Plastic Tie

Tab

Adapter

Cover

Pins

Metal

Clips

Outlet

DANGER: Improper connection of the equipment-earthing conductor can result in an in-

creased risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as
to whether the product is properly earthed. 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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Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic
on the console, remove the plastic.

Key

Clip

FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

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

When the manual mode of the console is selected, the
speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with
the touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will
display continuous exercise feedback. You can even
measure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sen­sor or the chest pulse sensor.

In addition, the console offers 16 preset programs. Each
program automatically controls the speed and incline of
the treadmill as it guides you through an effective work-

You can even create custom workout programs

out.
and store them in memory for future use.

Two heart rate programs are also offered. Each pro

­gram automatically adjusts the speed and incline of the
treadmill to keep your heart rate near a target heart rate
whilst you exercise.

The console also features iFIT.com interactive technol­ogy. Having iFIT.com technology is like having a per-

sonal trainer in your home. Using the included audio
cable, you can connect the treadmill to your home
stereo, portable stereo, computer, or VCR and play
special iFIT.com CD and video programs (iFIT.com
CDs and videocassettes are available separately).
iFIT.com CD and video 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. To pur-

chase iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, visit our
Web site at www.iconeurope.com.

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. See

www.iFIT.com for more information.

To use the manual mode of the console, follow the

steps beginning on page 11. To use a preset program,
see page 13. To create and use a custom program,
see pages 15 and 16. To use a heart rate program,
see page 17. To use an iFIT.com CD or video pro-

gram, see page 21. To use iFIT.com programs di­rectly from our Web site, see page 23.

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HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER

Plug in the power cord (see page 9).

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Locate the on/off

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switch near the power
cord. Make sure that
the switch is in the
“on” 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 10)
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
will light. Test the clip by 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.

On

Position

If one of the Quick Speed buttons is pressed, the
walking belt will gradually increase in speed until it
reaches the selected speed setting.

To stop the walking belt, press the Stop button.
The time will begin to
restart the walking belt, press the Start button, the
Speed + button, or one of the Quick Speed but­tons.

Note: The first time the treadmill is used, observe
the alignment of the walking belt, and align the
walking belt if necessary (see page 27).

Change the incline of the treadmill as desired.

flash in the left display. To

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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%. To change the incline
setting quickly, press the Quick Incline buttons.
Note: After the buttons are pressed, it may take a
moment for the treadmill to reach the selected in­cline setting.

HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE

Insert the key into the console.

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See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER above.

Select the manual mode.

2

When the key is inserted, the manual mode will be
selected. If you have selected a program, press
the Manual button to reselect the manual mode.

Start the walking belt.

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To start the walking belt, press the Start button,
the Speed + button, or one of the twelve Quick
Speed buttons.

If the Start button or the Speed + button is
pressed, the walking belt will begin to move at 1
mph. As you exercise, change the speed of the
walking belt as desired by pressing the Speed +
and – buttons. 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 of 0.5 mph. Note: After the buttons are
pressed, it may take a moment for the walking belt
to reach the selected speed setting.

Follow your progress with the two displays.

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The left display—This display will show the

elapsed time, your pace (in minutes per mile), and
the incline level of the treadmill. Note: Each time
the incline of the treadmill changes, the display will
show the incline setting for several seconds.

Training Zone Bar

The left display will also show a training zone bar
that indicates the approximate intensity of your ex­ercise. For example, if four to six segments of the
bar appear, the bar shows that your exercise inten­sity is ideal for weight loss.

When the manual mode or the iFIT.com mode is
selected, the left display will also show a track. As
you exercise,
light, one at a time, until the entire track is lit. The
track will then disappear and a new lap will begin.

the indicators around the

Track

track will

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