Smooth Fitness 9.6P User Manual

SMOOTH 9.6P

OWNER’S MANUAL

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SERVICE: [phone] ext. 103

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Mt. Laurel, NJ

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING!

Read all instructions before using this appliance.
DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock disconnect your treadmill from the

electrical outlet prior to cleaning and/or service work.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons,

install the treadmill on a flat level surface with access to a 120-volt, 20-amp
grounded outlet. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
DISABLE THE GROUNDED PLUG BY USING IMPROPER ADAPTERS, OR IN ANY
WAY MODIFY THE CORD SET. A serious shock or fire hazard may result along
with computer malfunctions. See Grounding Instructions, page 2.

• Do not operate treadmill on deeply padded, plush or shag carpet. Damage to both
carpet and treadmill may result.

• Do not block the rear of the treadmill. Provide a minimum of 3 1/2 feet clearance
between the rear of the treadmill and any fixed object.

• Keep children away from the treadmill. There are obvious pinch points and other
caution areas that can cause harm.

• Keep hands away from all moving parts.

• Never operate the treadmill if it has a damaged cord or plug. If it is not working

properly, call your dealer.

• Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is

being administered.

• Never operate the treadmill with the air openings blocked. Keep the air openings
free of lint, hair, and the like.

• Never drop or insert any object into any openings.

• Do not use outdoors.

• To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, remove tether cord, then remove

plug from outlet.

• Do not attempt to use your treadmill for any purpose other than for the purpose it is
intended.

• Use handrails provided; they are for your safety.

• Wear proper shoes. High heels, dress shoes, sandals or bare feet are not suitable

to be used on your treadmill. Quality athletic shoes are recommended to avoid leg
fatigue.

Remove tether cord after use to prevent unauthorized treadmill operation.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - THINK SAFETY!

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Important Electrical Information

WARNING!

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NEVER use a ground fault circuit interrupt (GFCI) wall outlet with this treadmill.

• Route the power cord away from any moving part of the treadmill including the
elevation mechanism and transport wheels.

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NEVER remove any cover without first disconnecting AC power.

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If voltage varies by ten percent (10%) or more, the performance of your treadmill
may be affected. Such conditions are not covered under your warranty. If you
suspect your voltage is low, contact your local power company or a licensed electri­cian for testing. See Diagnosis Guide, page 13.

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NEVER expose this treadmill to rain or moisture. This product is NOT designed for
use outdoors, near a pool or spa, or in any other high humidity environment.

Grounding Instructions

This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, 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 plug. The
plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

DANGER - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result
in a 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.

This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that
looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A. A temporary adapter that looks like the
adapter illustrated in sketches B and C may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole
receptacle as shown in sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The
temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (sketch A) 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.

Grounded Outlet

Grounding Pin

A B C

Grounded Outlet Box

Adapter

Metal Screw

Tab for

Grounding

Screw

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Treadmill Assembly

Attention!
The following instructions are included only as information so that you, the con­sumer, understand basically how the treadmill is assembled.

STEP 1: Remove treadmill from carton. You may pick the rear of the treadmill up and
roll it off the packaging. Remove foam padding, wrap, etc. Observe for possible
freight damage.

Note: You will need a phillips screw driver and 1/2” wrench to complete assembly.
STEP 2: This owners manual packet contains (2) Allen wrenches and (4) black plugs.

When practical, assembly hardware is mounted in appropriate locations that require
removal and replacement. The computer head is loose. Set aside for step 6.

STEP 3: An unpainted steel channel connects the console uprights to the base. With
phillips screwdriver and Allen wrench (provided) unbolt the console uprights from base.
Discard plastic washers (4) and steel channels. The 5/16” x 1” Allen bolts and “gold”
special nut/washers will be used in step 5. The black phillips head screws will be used
in step 8.

STEP 4: Raise the console upright assembly and place upright console assembly into
front grill area. Be careful of the two cables. A bottom and rear 3/8” pin will help locate
into proper position to allow hardware installation. Locate the (4) 5/16” x 1” black Allen
bolts and “gold” special 5/16” washer/nuts removed in step 4. Place one bolt on the end of
the Allen wrench (provided) and insert thru any one of (4) round frame holes. Bolt
should go thru console hole to allow “gold” 5/16” hex nut/washer to be started. Hand
“run” the nut against the console so that it will not turn during tightening with Allen
wrench. Do not tighten with Allen wrench until all (4) nut/bolt assemblies are inserted
and started. Tighten all bolts. Nuts should “hold” without a wrench. If they do not hold
use an open end wrench from the bottom. Insert the (4) black plugs into the access
holes.

Note: For heavy use units it is advisable to use a wrench on the nuts and add addi­tional torque to nut / bolt.

STEP 5: Handles will install thru access holes in console upright. Remove both
5/16” Allen bolts in each handle with included wrench that is located in parts bag. Slide
handle (flair to outside) thru access holes in console upright. Use caution to avoid
data cables in left hand side console upright. You may observe data cable clear­ance from top of open console upright. Start both bolts into hand rail thru console
upright. Repeat procedure for opposite hand rail. Tighten all bolts.

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STEP 6: Place the treadmill in operating position. Make certain cables from upper

computer do not come in contact with motor fan. Apply AC power. Start the unit and
observe belt tracking. Unit must be reasonably level for proper tracking. Test treadmill
basic operation. This includes noise, motor performance, etc.

STEP 7: Install motor hood and secure with (2) black phillips head screws removed in
step 4. Front of motor hood is not secured.

The dealer must provide the following (minimum):

n Follow the belt tracking instructions closely in order to ensure proper belt tension

and path.

n Walk on the belt at slow speeds under 2.5 mph for a few minutes in order to break
in the belt/deck lubricant.
n Make certain treadmill is electrically grounded.

Contact Smooth

Service 1-888-800-1167, ext. 103
Sales 1-800-TREADMILL

Smooth 9.1 / 9.6

2/06/01

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