ProForm PFTL49490 User Manual

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USER'S MANUAL

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CUSTOMER HOT LINE:

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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

OW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

TROUBLE-SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

CONDITIONING GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

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

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

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

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 eight feet of clearance behind it. 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.

Do not operate the treadmill where aerosol

5. products are used or where oxygen is being administered.

Keep children under the age of 12 and pets

6. away from the treadmill at all times.

The treadmill should not be used by persons

7. weighing more than 250 pounds.

ing that could become caught in the treadmill. Athletic support clothes are recommended for both men and women.

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

10. When connecting the power cord (see page 7), 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 use an extension cord.

11. 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.

Keep the power cord and the surge suppres

12. sor away from heated surfaces.

Never move the walking belt while the power

13. 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 4 if the tread mill is not working properly.)

Always wear athletic

Never allow more than one person on the

8. treadmill at a time.

9. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when using the treadmill. Do not wear loose cloth

Never start the treadmill while you are stand-

14. ing 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. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running. Always remove the key, and unplug the power cord when the treadmill is not in use.

17. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the treadmill until it is properly assembled. (See ASSEMBLY on page 5, and HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 10.) You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.

20. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill regularly.

21. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

DANGER: Always unplug the power

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ord immediately after use, before cleaning

c 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.

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

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

23. This treadmill is intended for in-home use only. Do not use this 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 have been placed on your treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not legible, please call our Customer Service Department, toll-free, to order a free replacement decal (see ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS on the back cover of this manual). Apply the decal in the location shown.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM®L18 treadmill. The L18 treadmill combines advanced technology with innovative design to let you enjoy an excellent form of cardiovascular exercise in the convenience and privacy of your home. And when you’re not exercising, the unique L18 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 Customer Service Department toll-free

Water Bottle Holder (Bottle not included)

Storage Latch

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 of the treadmill is PFTL49490. 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 labeled parts.

Book Holder

Console

Key/Clip

Handrail

Foot Rails

Rear Roller Adjustment Bolts

LEFT SIDE

Walking Belt

RIGHT SIDE

Circuit

Breaker

Front

Wheel

Power Cord

Cushioned Walking Platform

ASSEMBLY

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

ispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed.Assembly requires the included allen wrench

and your own phillips screwdriver and adjustable wrench .

. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the

readmill to the upright position. While a second person

t tips the treadmill to one side and holds it, insert one of the Extension Legs (103) into the treadmill as shown. Make sure that the Extension Leg is turned so the Warning Decal (20) is on top.

Next, tip the treadmill to the other side and insert the other Extension Leg (not shown) in the same way. Lower the side of the treadmill so that both Extension Legs (103) are resting flat on the floor.

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2. Refer to HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE on page 10. Follow the instructions in step 2 to lower the treadmill.

Attach the latch support to the center hole in the left Upright (82) with a 3/4” Screw (89).

Screw is tight, but do not overtighten it; if the Screw is overtightened, the latch will not slide smoothly.

Remove the tape from the Latch Assembly (77). Be careful to hold the parts in place. Inset drawing (a)

shows how the Latch Assembly fits together. Refer to inset drawing (b). Insert the springs into the bracket as shown. Make sure the tabs are touching the bracket and the back end of the latch is flush with the bracket.

Attach the Latch Assembly (77) to the left Upright (82) with two 3/4” Screws (89).

Slide the upper end of a Handrail (75) onto the right

3. Upright (82) as shown. Note: It will be necessary to

pivot the Handrail to the side and back repeatedly (see arrow A) while pushing on the Handrail (see arrow B) to slide it fully onto the Upright. Next, pivot

the lower end of the Handrail down, right Upright, and then align it with the indicated hole.

Slide the other Handrail (75) onto the left Upright (82) as described above.

Make sure that the

push it toward the

Latch Support

Latch

Spring

Flush Spring

Bracket

Tabs

Hole

4. With the help of a second person, carefully tip the Uprights (82) down as shown. Make sure the Extension

egs (103) remain inserted into the Uprights. Attach

ne of the Extension Legs with two of the four Short

o Screws (76) as shown. Attach the other Extension Leg in the same way.

Tighten a Handrail Bolt (78) with a Handrail Washer (96) into the right Upright (82) and the lower end of the right Handrail (75) as shown. Note: Refer to drawing 4b. To align the hole in the Handrail (75) with the hole in the Upright (82), it may be necessary to have a second person place one foot on the treadmill as they lift the Handrail. Insert the Handrail Bolt when the holes are aligned.

Next, tighten a Handrail Bolt (78) with a Handrail Washer (96) into the left Upright (82) and the lower end of the left Handrail (not shown).

With the help of a second person, carefully tip the Uprights (82) back to the upright position.

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5. Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill. Keep the included allen wrench in a safe place. The allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt (see page 12). To protect the floor or carpet, place a mat under the treadmill.

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.

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