ProForm PFTL51231 User Manual
USER'S MANUAL
Model No. PFTL51231
Serial No.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
TREADMILL OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
EXERCISE GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
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 in this
manual.
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 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 250 pounds. Never allow
more than one person on the treadmill at a time.
8. 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 ath-
letic shoes. Never use the treadmill with bare
feet, wearing only stockings, or in sandals.
9. When connecting the power cord (see page 10),
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 10. 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 system 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.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.
17.Never leave the treadmill unattended while it
is running. Always remove the key, unplug
the power cord, and move the reset/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 circuit breaker.)
18.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 24.)
You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20
kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.
19.When folding or moving the treadmill, make
sure that the storage latch is fully closed.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS
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 personal trainer describes the change.
21. 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.
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.
25.
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.
26.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
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The decals shown below 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 at
1-800-999-3756 and order a free replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location
shown. Note: The decals are not shown at actual size.
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Congratulations for purchasing the PROFORM®530
treadmill. The 530 treadmill offers an impressive array
of features to help you achieve your fitness goals in
the convenience of your home. From the advanced
console to the cushioned walking platform, the 530
treadmill is designed to make each workout more effective and enjoyable. And when you’re not exercising,
the 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 questions after read-
ing this manual, 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 PFTL51231. 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.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Handrail
Console
Book Holder
Accessory Tray
Key/Clip
Reset/Off
Circuit Breaker
Walking Belt
Foot Rail
Power Cord
BACK
RIGHT SIDE
Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts
Fan
Handgrip Pulse Sensor
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: 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.
Assembly requires the included allen wrenches and your own phillips screwdriver ,
wire cutters , and adjustable wrench .
For help identifying assembly hardware, see the drawings below. Note: If a part is not found in the part bags,
check to see if the part has been preattached.
1. With the help of another person, carefully tip the treadmill onto its left side. Partially fold the Frame (54) so the
treadmill is more stable. Do not fully fold the treadmill
until it is completely assembled.
Identify the Left Upright (81) and the Right Upright (82);
the indicated brackets on the Uprights overhang toward
the center of the treadmill. Make sure there are two UNuts (105) (see the inset drawing) in the lower end of
each Upright. Feed the Wire Harness (83) into the lower
end of the Right Upright, and pull the Wire Harness out of
the hole in bracket on the Right Upright. Note: There may
be a tie on the Wire Harness to help you pull it out of the
hole.
Attach the Right Upright (82) to the right side of the Base
(109) with two 3 1/2” Bolts (90) and two 5/16” Star
Washers (84). Do not tighten the Bolts yet. Be careful
not to damage the Wire Harness (83). Attach the Left
Upright (81) to the left side of the Base in the same way.
Note: There is not a wire harness on the left side.
82
81
54
83
Brackets
109
84
90
1
105
6
5/16” x 1” Bolt
(122)–4
Wheel Bolt (107)–2
1/4” x 1” Bolt
(71)–4
3 1/2” Bolt (90)–4
4” Bolt (112)–2
3/4” Screw (6)–7
Pulse Bar Screw (68)–4
3/4” Tek Screw (47)–4
5/16” Star
Washer (84)–4
1/2” Ground
Screw (114)–1
1/4” Star Washer
(92)–4
Wheel Nut (21)–2
2. Press the two Base Endcaps (99) (only one is shown)
into the Base (109). Make sure the angle of each Base
Endcap matches the angle of the Base, as shown in the
inset drawing.
Attach the two Base Pads (100) (only one is shown) to
the bottom of the Base (109) with four 3/4” Tek Screws
(47). Note: There are no screw holes in the Base
Endcaps (99). Press firmly on the screwdriver when tightening the Tek Screws.
With the help of a second person, carefully tip the treadmill so the four Base Pads (100) are resting on the floor.
2
100
109
100
21
47
4. Identify the left handrail, which has a hole in the indicated
location, and the right handrail. Hold the right handrail
near the Right Upright (82). Insert the Wire Harness (83)
into the large hole in the right handrail and out of the
upper end as shown.
Next, hold the right handrail against the Right Upright (82),
and hand tighten a 4” Bolt (112) into the Right Upright and
the lower end of the right handrail. Tighten two 5/16” x 1”
Bolts (122) into the upper end of the right handrail and
the Right Upright. Be careful not to drop the Bolts into
the handrail. Firmly tighten all three Bolts.
Attach the left handrail to the Left Upright (81)as described above. Note: There is not a wire harness in the
Left Upright.
Press two Upright Endcaps (69) into the upper ends of
the Uprights (81, 82). Make sure that the notches in the
Upright Endcaps are up as shown.
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82
81
83
Notch
Notch
69
69
122
122
Left
Handrail
Right
Handrail
Hole
112
112
99
109
3. Attach a Wheel (108) to each Wheel Housing (106) (only
one is shown) with a Wheel Bolt (107) and a Wheel Nut
(21). Make sure that the Wheel Bolts are inserted
from the sides shown. Do not overtighten the Wheel
Bolts.
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107
106
108
21
82
21
107
108
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7. With the help of another person, hold the console assembly near the Right Upright (82) and the left Upright
(not shown).
Connect the Wire Harness (83) to the wire harness in
the console assembly. Make sure to connect the con-
nectors 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 to connect
them again. IF THE CONNECTORS ARE NOT CON-
NECTED PROPERLY, THE CONSOLE MAY BE DAMAGED WHEN THE POWER IS TURNED ON. Insert the
excess wire harnesses back into the right handrail.
Set the console assembly on the Right Upright (82) and
the Left Upright (not shown). Thread two 1/4” x 1” Bolts
(71) with 1/4” Star Washers (92) into each side of the
console assembly. After you have started all four
Bolts, tighten them.
82
Console
Assembly
83
92
71
83
7
Right Handrail
6. Attach the Console Back (95) to the console assembly
with five 3/4” Screws (6).
95
6
Console Assembly
6
6
6
68
114
110
85
7
5. Turn the Console Base (85) upside-down; be careful not
to scratch the Console Base. Remove the bands and the
Console Back (95) (see drawing 6) from the Console
Base. If the four Pulse Bar Screws (68) (only two are
shown) are in the Console Frame (7), remove them. Hold
the ends of the Pulse Bar (110) against the Console
Frame as shown. Connect the Pulse Wire (118) in the
Console Base to the pulse wire in the Pulse Bar (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 to connect them again.
Attach the Pulse Bar (110) to the Console Frame (7) with
the four Pulse Bar Screws (68). Firmly tighten the
Pulse Bar Screws. Be careful not to damage the
wires.
Attach the ring on the ground wire to the Console Frame
(7) with a 1/2” Ground Screw (114). Note: There are no
wires on the other side of the Pulse Bar (110).
Ground
Wire
118
118
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10.Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. Note: Extra hardware may
be included. Keep the included allen wrenches in a secure place. The large allen wrench is used to adjust the
walking belt (see page 27). To protect the floor or carpet, place a mat under the treadmill. If there is a sheet of
clear plastic on a decal, remove the plastic.
9. Remove the knob from the pin. Make sure that the collar
and the spring are on the pin. Insert the pin into the
Latch Housing (75), and tighten the knob back onto the
pin.
Raise the Frame (54) to the vertical position. While another
person holds the Frame, hold the Latch Housing (75)
against the inside of the Frame. Thread two 3/4” Screws
(6) several turns into the Latch Housing and the Frame.
Align the pin with the hole in the Left Handgrip (76) by
sliding the Latch Housing (75) up or down. Make sure
that the pin can be inserted fully into the hole. Hold
the Latch Housing in place and tighten the two 3/4”
Screws (6). Be careful not to overtighten the Screws.
Pull the knob to the right and carefully lower the Frame
(54) to the floor. Press the Latch Cover (12) into the left
side of the Frame. See the inset drawing. Make sure that
the notch in the Latch Cover is positioned on the Frame
as shown.
Note: After a period of use, the Latch Housing (75) may
need to be adjusted again to align the pin with the hole in
the Left Handgrip (76).
54
Spring
Knob
Collar
Pin
75
76
Hole
12
9
6
12
Notch
54
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8. With the help of a second person, carefully tip the
Uprights (81, 82) down to the position shown.
Center the Frame (54) between the Uprights (81, 82).
Tighten the four 3 1/2” Bolts (90). Then, raise the
Uprights to the vertical position.
90
90
8
81
82
54
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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 possibility 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.
1
2
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 array of
features that 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 instant exercise feedback. You can even measure your heart rate using the handgrip pulse sensor or
the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 23).
In addition, the console offers four preset programs.
Each program automatically controls the speed and incline of the treadmill as it guides you through an effective workout. Two heart rate programs are also offered.
Each program automatically adjusts the speed and incline of the treadmill to keep your heart rate near a target heart rate while you exercise.
The console also features iFIT.com interactive technology. Having iFIT.com technology is like having a personal 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
purchase iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, call tollfree 1-800-735-0768.
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. Additional options are soon to be available. See www.iFIT.com for
more information.
To use the manual mode of the console, follow the
steps beginning on page 12. To use a preset program,
see page 14. To use a heart rate program, see page
16. To use an iFIT.com CD or video program, see
page 20. To use iFIT.com programs directly from
our Web site, see page 22.
Note: If there is a sheet of clear plastic
on the console, remove the plastic.
Clip
Key
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