Sears 831 297241 User Manual
Model No. 831.297241
Serial No.
The serial number can be found in the
location shown below. Write the sedal
number in the space above.
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0-8MPH° 2.0HP"STEPINCLINE°PROGRAMMABLESPEED
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_kCAUTION!:
Read all safety precautions and
instructions in this manual
before using this equipment.
Keep this manual in a safe place
for future reference.
OWNER'S MANUAL
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY
For 90 days from the date of purchase, when proper assembly and maintenance procedures detailed in
the Owner's Manual are followed, SEARS will, free of charge, repair or replace and installa replacement
part for any defective part, when this treadmill is used ina normal manner.
This warranty does not apply when this treadmill is used for commercial or rental purposes.
SERVICE IS AVAILABLE SIMPLY BY CONTACTING YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CEN-
TER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., DEPT. 817WA,
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ......................................................... 4
BEFORE YOU BEGIN ...................................................................... 5
ASSEMBLY .............................................................................. 6
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT ............................................................ 7
TROUBLE-SHOOTING AND STORAGE ....................................................... 10
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES ............................................................... 12
PART LIST .............................................................................. 14
EXPLODED DRAWING .................................................................... 15
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS ................................................. Back Cover
_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. SEARS assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property dam-
age sustained by or through the use of this product.
IMP(: PRE( IS
1,
st least 8 feet of clearance behind the tread-
mill. Do not place the treadmill near water, out-
doors o[ on any surface that blocks an air
opening. Do not operate where aerosol prod-
ucts ere used or where oxygen Is being admln-
Istercd.
2. When connecting the power cord (sea PLUG-
GING INTHE POWER CORD on page 7), plug
the power cord directly into a grounded circuit
capable of carrying 12 or more amps. No other
applianCe should be on the same circuit. Keep
the power cord away from heated surfaces. If
an extension cord Is needed, use only a 14-
gauge general-purpose cord of five feat or less
in length with a three-wire conductor.
3. 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 tread-
mill is not working properly. (Sea BEFORE
YOU BEGIN on page 5 if the treadmill is not
working properly.)
4. Wear appropriate exercise clothing when
using the treadmill; do not wear loose clothing
that could become caught in the treadmill.
Always wear athletic shoes; never use the
treadmill with bare fea_ wearing only stock-
Ings or in sandals. Athletic support clothes are
recommended for both men and women.
person on the
treadmill at a time. The treadmill should not be
used by persons weighing more than 250
pounds.
7. Keep small children away from the treadmill at
ell times. Never leave the treadmill unattended
while it is running. Always turn off the power
when the treadmill Is not in use.
8. Never drop or Insert any object Into any open-
ing.
9. To reduce the possibllity of overheating, do
not operate the treadmill continuously for
longer than I hour.
10. The treedmlll is capable of high speeds. Adjust
the speed in small Increments to avoid sudden
jumps In speed.
11. Use the treadmill only as described In this
manual.
12. Always unplug the power cord before perform-
Ing the maintenance and adjustment proce-
dures described In this manual. Never remove
the safety cover unlese 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.
5. Never start the treadmill while you ere stand-
ing on the walking bell Always hold the
handrail when exercising on the treadmill.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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BEFORE .YOUBEGIN_
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blends advanced technology with innova_tive:designto before calling. The model number ofthe treadmill is
let you enjoy an excellent form of cardiovascular exer-
cise in the convenience and privacy of your home.
For your safety and benefit, read this manual care-
fully before using the treadmill. Ifyou have addi-
tional questions, please call our Customer Service
Department toll-free at 1-800-736-6879, Monday
through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central Time
831.297242. The sedal number can be found on a
decal attached to the treadmill (see the front cover of
this manual for the location).
Before reading fudher, please review the drawing
below and familiarize yourself with the parts that are
labeled.
Console
Foot Incline Knob_
BACK
Rear Roller
Adjustment Bolts
Foot Rails
Walking Balt_
Circuit Breaker
Rear Leg Pad
On/Off Switch
FRONT
Power Cord
RIGHT S1£
Note: The rear leg pad may mark some types of linoleum, Mild household cleaning agents will remove any marks. 5
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