ProForm PFTL69820 User Manual

USER'S MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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 250 pounds.

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

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 PROFORM dealer or call 1-800-806­3651 and order part number 146148.

12. 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.

13. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres­sor 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 tread­mill is not working properly.)

15. Never start the treadmill while you are stand­ing 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 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.

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 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.

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.

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

22. 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.

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.

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

25. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the
treadmill regularly.

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

27.

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.

28. 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 the front cover of this manual). Apply the decal in
the location shown.

Note: The decal shown at the
right is 50% of actual size.

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Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM®CX10i
treadmill. The CX10i treadmill combines advanced
technology with innovative design to help you get the
most from your exercise program in the convenience of
your home. And when you’re not exercising, the unique
CX10i 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-

ing this manual, 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 of the treadmill is
PFTL69820. 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.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Handrail

Console

Latch Knob

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

Book Holder

Key/Clip

Circuit Breaker

On/Off Switch

Walking Belt

Cushioned Walking Platform

Front Wheel

Foot Rail

Power Cord

Rear Roller

Adjustment Bolts

Water Bottle
Holder (Bottle
not included)

RIGHT SIDE

LEFT SIDE

ASSEMBLY

Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not
dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires your own Phillips screw­driver 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.

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

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.

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

2. With the help of a second person, carefully lower the
Uprights (64) as shown. Note: It may be helpful to place
your foot on a Wheel (58) as you tip the Uprights. Make

sure that the Extension Legs (55) remain in the
Uprights.

Attach each Extension Leg (55) with an Extension Screw
(35), a 1” Screw (86), 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.

64

55

1

35

86

86

44

55

44

35

55

64

58

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44

2

35

86

7. 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.

5. 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 (9) into the two holes in the

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

Important: Do not insert the two 1/2” Screws (9) into
the wrong holes in the Handgrip Extension (34), or
tighten the Screws into the plastic bosses on the bot­tom of the Left Top Handgrip (31).

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Bosses

64

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34

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31

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6. Attach the matching Left Bottom Handgrip (82) with three
1/2” Screws (9).

Attach the Right Top Handgrip and the Right Bottom
Handgrip (not shown) as described above.

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3. 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).

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35

64

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4. Orient one of the Handgrip Extensions (34) 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.

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35

35

64

35

Post

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HOW TO PUT ON THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR

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.

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 CARE AND MAINTENANCE

• 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

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 122° Fahrenheit (50°
Celsius) or below 14° Fahrenheit (-10° Celsius).

• 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.

• 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 center of the walking belt. For the

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

• The operation of the chest pulse sensor can be
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 26).

Chest Strap

Tabs

Sensor Unit

Tab

Sensor

Unit

Buckle

HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR

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OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT

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 1­800-806-3651 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

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FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The advanced console offers an impressive array of
features to help you get the most from your exercise.
When the manual mode of the console is selected, the
speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with
a touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will
display continuous exercise feedback. You can even
measure your heart rate using the built-in handgrip
pulse sensor or the chest pulse sensor.

Four certified personal trainer programs are also
offered. Each program automatically controls the
speed and incline of the treadmill to give you an effec­tive workout. Two heart rate programs are also fea­tured. Each program controls the speed and incline of
the treadmill to keep your heart rate near a target level
during your workouts.

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 (one free iFIT.com CD is
included; others are available 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 (one free
videocassette is included; others 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. For information about
additional options, explore www.iFIT.com.

To purchase iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, call
toll-free 1-800-735-0768.

To use the manual mode of the console, follow the
steps beginning on page 11. To use a personal trainer
program, see page 13. To use a heart rate program,
see page 14. To use an iFIT.com CD or video pro­gram, refer to page 18. To use an iFIT.com program
directly from our Web site, see page 20.

CAUTION:Before operating the

console, read the following precautions.

• Do not stand on the walking belt when turn­ing on the power.

• Always wear the clip (see the drawing
above) while operating the treadmill.

•Adjust the speed in small increments to
avoid sudden jumps in speed.

•To reduce the possibility of electric shock,
keep the console dry. Avoid spilling liquids
on the console and place only a sealed water
bottle in the water bottle holder.

Clip

Display

Display

Manual/Program Indicators

CONSOLE DIAGRAM

Program Profiles

Program Display

Key

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

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