Reebok RBTL118040 User Manual

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Model No. RBTL118040

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Read all precautions and instruc
tions in this manual before using
this equipment. Save this man
ual for future reference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

PART LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

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

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

REEBOK and the Vector Logo are registered trademarks and service marks of Reebok. This product is
manufactured and distributed under license from Reebok International.

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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 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 350 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 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.

Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that

10.
meets all of the specifications described on
page 9. To purchase a surge suppressor, see
your local
4999 and order part number 146148, or see
your local electronics store.

REEBOK

dealer or call

1-877-994-

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, accelerate, 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
TROUBLESHOOTING on page 26 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 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 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
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
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.

When folding or moving the treadmill, make

19.
sure that the storage latch is fully closed.

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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

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
1-877-994-4999 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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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Congratulations for purchasing the REEBOK®V 1700
treadmill. The V 1700 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 V 1700
treadmill is designed to make each workout more ef
fective 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-

Book Holder

Water Bottle Holder*

Handrail

Handgrip Pulse Sensor

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ing this manual, please call our Customer Service
Department toll-free at 1-877-994-4999, 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 RBTL118040. 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.

Fan

Console

Key/Clip

Walking Belt

Foot Rail

Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts

Reset/Off

Circuit Breaker

Power Cord

Cushioned Walking Platform

*No water bottle is included

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ASSEMBLY

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

dispose

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 a phillips screwdriver , a rubber mallet , and wire
cutters (not included).

of the packing materials until the treadmill is assembled.

1. Cut the plastic ties (not shown) from the sides of the
treadmill.
raise the Uprights (65) until the Wheels (not shown) are
resting on the floor.

Hold the Book Plate (114) against the back of the
Console Base (117) and the tube on top of the Uprights
(65), as shown. Attach the Book Plate with four 3/4”
Screws (40).

2. Insert one of the Handrail Extensions (76) into the post on
the left side of the Uprights (65). Make sure that the

notch in the Handrail Extension is in the position
shown. Align the holes in the Handrail Extension with the

holes in the post. If necessary, use a rubber mallet to fully
insert the Handrail Extension. Attach the Handrail
Extension to the post with four 1/2” Screws (74).

With the help of a second person, carefully

1

2

65

114

40

117

Lower Edge

40

40

114

128

Identify the Left Foam Grip (62), which has a hole in the
right side. Slide the Left Foam Grip as far as possible
onto the Handrail Extension (76) and the post. (Note: It
may be helpful to apply soapy water to the Handrail
Extension
tom of the Left Foam Grip and the Handrail Extension.

Attach the other Handrail Extension (not shown) and the
Right Foam Grip (not shown) to the post on the right side of
the Uprights (65) in the same way. Note: There is not a hole
in the side of the Right Foam Grip.

Identify the Left Cup Holder (128); the lower edge is nar­rower on the left side. Press the Left Cup Holder into the left
side of the Book Plate (114). Press the Right Cup Holder
(not shown) into the right side of the Book Plate.

.) Press two Plastic Fasteners (75) into the bot

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Post

74

76

62

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Hole

75

Notch

74

65

74

3. With the help of a second person, raise the Frame (55).
Hold the Latch Housing (68) and the Latch Housing Cover
(5) against the sides of the Frame (55) as indicated.
Loosely thread the two 1/2” Screws (59) into the Latch
Housing Cover and the Latch Housing. Do not tighten

the Screws yet.

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. Insert the Lock Pin into the Latch
Housing (68), and tighten the Lock Knob back onto it.

Align the Lock Pin (72) with the hole in the Left Foam Grip
(62) by sliding the Latch Housing (68) up or down. Make

sure that the Lock Pin can be inserted fully into the
hole. Hold the Latch Housing in place as you tighten two

1/2” Screws (74) in the Latch Housing and the Frame (55).
Next, tighten the Cover Screws (59). Note: It may be nec­essary to pull on the Lock Knob (67) to access and tighten
the Screws.

4. 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 familiarize yourself with
the TROUBLESHOOTING section on pages 26 and 27.

3

67

5

59

Small
Holes

70

62

69

74

74

72

Hole

68

55

74

59

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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 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 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 center 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

•
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 27).

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TREADMILL OPERATION

THE PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT

Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with high­performance lubricant.

icone 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

IMPORTANT: Never apply sil-

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.

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 REEBOK dealer or call 1-877-994-4999
and order part number 146148, or see your local
electronics store.

tric 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.

1

Grounded Outlet Box

Surge Suppressor

Grounding Pin

Grounding Pin

Grounded Outlet

2

Grounded Outlet Box

Adapter

Grounding Plug

Surge Suppressor

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 indi
cate 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, accelerate, or stop
unexpectedly, which may result in a fall and seri­ous injury.

This product must be grounded.

tion or break down, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec

If it should malfunc-

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Lug

Metal Screw

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.

covers are not grounded. Contact a qualified elec­trician to determine if the outlet box cover is
grounded before using an adapter.

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Some 2-pole receptacle outlet box

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

Key

Clip

FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE

The treadmill console offers an impressive array of
features designed to make your workouts more effec­tive.

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 chest pulse sensor.

In addition, the console offers ten preset programs.
Each program automatically controls the speed and in­cline of the treadmill as it guides you through an effec­tive workout. Four heart rate programs are also offered.
Each program automatically adjusts the speed and in
cline of the treadmill to keep your heart rate near a tar­get heart rate while you exercise.

The console even allows you to create your own work­out programs and save them in memory for future use.

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

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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

purchase iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, call toll­free 1-877-994-4999.

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 1-877-994-4999.

To use the manual mode of the console, follow the

steps beginning on page 11. To use a preset program,
see page 13. To use a heart rate program, see page

14. To create and use a custom program, see pages
16 and 17. To use an iFIT.com CD or video program,
see page 20. To use an iFIT.com program directly

from our Web site, see page 22.

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HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER

Plug in the power cord
(see page 9). Next, locate

reset/off circuit breaker

the
on the treadmill near the
power cord. Move the
switch to the reset position.

Stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip 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 and various indicators 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.

HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE

Insert the key fully into the console.

Reset

Position

1

See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER above.

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
mph. To change the speed setting quickly, press
one of the buttons numbered 1 through 12. Note:

The console can display speed and distance in
either miles or kilometers (see SPEED DIS­PLAY on page 12). For simplicity, all instruc­tions in this section refer to miles.

To stop the walking belt, press the Stop button.
The Time/Segment Time/Pace display will begin
to flash. To restart the walking belt, press the Start
button or the Speed

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.

button.

s

s

4

To change the incline of
the treadmill, press the
Incline buttons. Each time
a button is pressed, the
incline will change by

0.5%. Note: After the but­tons are pressed, it may take a moment for the
treadmill to reach the selected incline setting.

of 0.5

Select the manual mode.

2

When the key is in­serted, the manual
mode will be selected
and a track will appear
in the matrix. If the
iFIT.com mode or a
program has been
selected, press the Program Select button repeat­edly until a track appears in the matrix.

Press the Start button or the Speed

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start the walking belt.

A moment after the but­ton is pressed, the
walking
move at 1 mph. Hold
the handrails
walking. As you exer
cise, change the speed of the walking belt as de­sired by pressing the Speed

belt will begin to

and begin

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t

t

and

ss

s

s

buttons.

button to

Follow your progress with the matrix and the

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displays.

The matrix—When the

manual mode or the
iFIT.com mode is se­lected, the matrix will
show a track represent­ing 1/4 mile. As you ex
ercise, the indicators
around the track will light in sequence until you
have completed 1/4 mile. A new lap will then begin.

Time/Segment Time/
Pace display—When the

manual mode or the
iFIT.com mode is se­lected, this display will
show the elapsed time
and your current pace (pace is measured in

utes per mile

number to the other every few seconds.
preset program or a heart rate program is se­lected, the display will show the time
the program, the time remaining in the current seg
ment of the program, and your current pace.

). The display will change from one

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When a

remaining in

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1

1