ProForm CT 1160 User Manual

USER'S MANUAL

Model No. PFTL09912
Serial No.

CAUTION

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this equipment. Save this manual
for future reference.

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above for future reference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

TREADMILL OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

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

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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

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

PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc.

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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.

3. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at
least eight feet of clearance behind it and two
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 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 275 pounds. Never allow
more than one person on the treadmill at a time.

8. 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. Always wear ath­letic shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare
feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.

9. 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.

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

11.Failure to use a properly functioning surge
suppressor could result in damage to the con­trol 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.

12.Keep the power cord and the surge suppres­sor away from heated surfaces.

13.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 tread­mill is not working properly.)

14.Never start the treadmill while you are stand­ing on the walking belt. Always hold the
handrails while using the treadmill.

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

16. Do not use the optional hand weights at
speeds faster than walking speeds. Using hand
weights and not holding the handrails may
compromise your ability to maintain your bal­ance. Exercises using hand weights should be
attempted only by experienced users.

17.The pulse sensor is not a medical device.
Various factors, including the user's move­ment, 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 switch to
the off position when the treadmill is not in
use. (See the drawing on page 5 for the loca­tion of the on/off switch.)

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 21.)
You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20
kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

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

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

21.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.

22. 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.

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

24.Inspect and properly 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.The treadmill is intended for in-home use
only. Do not use the treadmill in any
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

The decals shown below have been placed on your treadmill. If a decal is missing or illegible, please call
our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756 to order a free replacement decal. Apply the
decal in the location shown. Note: The long decal is shown at 38% of actual size.

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Congratulations for purchasing the PROFORM®CT
1160 treadmill. From the advanced console to the cush­ioned walking platform, the CT 1160 treadmill is de­signed to make your workouts at home more effective
and enjoyable. And when you’re not exercising, the CT
1160 treadmill can be folded away, taking less than
half the floor space of conventional 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 is PFTL09912. 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

Console

Book Holder

Hand Weight Holder*

Water Bottle Holder

†

Chest Pulse Sensor Holder*

*See page 20 for information about the op-

tional chest pulse sensor and hand weights

†

No water bottle is included

Key/Clip

Circuit Breaker

On/Off Switch

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

Cushioned Walking Platform

Power Cord

Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the
Uprights (65) until the Wheels (77) are resting on the floor
as shown.

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65

2. 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. (Note: If there are two Lock Pin Collars,
there should be one on each side of the Spring.) Insert
the Lock Pin through the Left Foam Grip (62), and tighten
the Lock Knob onto it.

After assembly is completed, pull the Left Foam Grip (62)
in the direction shown until the Latch Pin (72) slides
freely.

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69

67

62

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3. Make sure that all parts are 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 familiarize yourself with the
TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE section on pages 23 and 24.

ASSEMBLY

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

dispose of the packing materials until the treadmill is assembled. No tools are required.
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.

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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 PROFORM dealer or call
1-800-806-3651 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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Grounded Outlet Box

Grounded Outlet Box

Grounding Plug

Surge Suppressor

Surge Suppressor

Grounding Pin

Adapter

Lug

Metal Screw

Grounded Outlet

Grounding Pin

TREADMILL OPERATION

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The treadmill console offers an impressive selection 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 four displays
will show your workout time, the number of calories
you have burned, the distance you have walked, the
incline level of the treadmill, and the speed of the walk­ing belt. The console will also show your heart rate
when you use the handgrip pulse sensor or an optional
chest pulse sensor (see page 20).

The console also offers four preset workout programs.
Each program automatically controls the speed and
incline of the treadmill as it guides you through an ef­fective workout; the optional hand weights can be used
for upper body exercise as well (see page 20). Two
pulse programs are also offered. Each program auto­matically adjusts the speed and incline of the treadmill
to keep your heart rate within a preset range during
your workout.

The console also features new iFIT.com interactive
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 (iFIT.com CDs are avail-

able 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 (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 or videocassettes, call toll­free 1-800-735-0768. For information about an optional
chest pulse sensor, see page 20.

To use the manual mode of the console, follow the
steps beginning on page 10. To use preset programs,
see page 12. To use pulse programs, see page 13. To

use iFIT.com CD or video programs, see page 17.
To use iFIT.com programs directly from our Web
site, see page 19.

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

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DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE

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DESCRIPTION OF THE CONSOLE

Refer to the drawing on page 8 to identify the features
described below.

A. Water bottle holder—This convenient holder keeps

your water bottle handy during your workouts.

B. Hand weight holder—These compartments hold the

optional hand weights.

C. Book holder—This area is designed to hold a book

or magazine.

D. Incline buttons—These buttons control the incline of

the treadmill. Each time a button is pressed, the
incline will change by 0.5%.

E. Speed buttons—These buttons control the speed of

the walking belt. Each time a button is pressed, the
speed will change by 0.1 mph; if a button is held
down, the speed will change in increments of 0.5
mph. The speed range is 0.5 mph to 10 mph.

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

belt.

G. OneTouch Speed buttons—These buttons allow

you to quickly select speed settings.

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

belt.

I. Waistband clip—This clip is designed to be worn on

the waistband of your clothes. If the key is pulled
from the console, the walking belt will automatically

stop.
J. Key—This key turns the console on and off.
K. Time/Segment Time display—When the manual

mode or the iFIT.com mode is selected, this display

will show the elapsed time. When a preset program

or a pulse program is selected, the display will show

both the time remaining in the program and the time

remaining in the current segment of the program.

The display will alternate between one number and

the other every seven seconds.
L. Cross Training indicator—During the two cross

training programs, this indicator will periodically

flash. The optional hand weights can be used while

the indicator is flashing to add upper body exercise

to your workouts.

M. Pulse/Calories display—This display shows the

approximate number of calories you have burned.
When the handgrip pulse sensor is used, the display
will show your heart rate. If the optional chest pulse
sensor is worn, the display will show your heart rate
and the number of calories you have burned, alter­nating between one number and the other every
seven seconds.

N. Distance/Incline display—This display shows the

distance you have walked and the incline level of
the treadmill. The display will alternate between one
number and the other every seven seconds. Note:
Each time the Incline buttons are pressed, the dis­play will change to show the incline setting.

O. Speed display—This display shows the speed of

the walking belt.

P. Enter button and + and – buttons—These buttons

are used to enter your age when pulse programs
are used.

Q. Program display—When the manual mode or the

iFIT.com mode is selected, this display will show
your progress on an LED track. When a preset
program or a pulse program is selected, the display
will show the settings for the program.

R. Select Workout button—This button is used to select

the manual mode, the preset programs, and the
pulse programs. Note: If the walking belt is moving
when the Select Workout button is pressed, the
walking belt will slow to a stop, the displays will be
reset, and a new program or the manual mode will
be selected.

S. IFIT.com button—This button is used to select the

iFIT.com mode.

T. Mode indicators—These indicators show whether

the manual mode, a preset program, a pulse pro­gram, or the iFIT.com mode is selected.

U. Program profiles—These profiles show how the

speed and incline of the treadmill will change during
preset programs and how the target heart rate will
change during pulse programs.

Note: The console can display exercise feedback
in either miles or kilometers (see SPEED DISPLAY
on page 11). For simplicity, all instructions in this
section refer to miles.