True Fitness 500, 550, 450 User Manual

OWNERS MANUAL

450 SERIES
500 SERIES
550 SERIES

RESIDENTIAL TREADMILL

Manual • Pre-Program • Heart Rate Control • CI-Cardiointeractive

®®

“Our original goal was to build the
world’s best treadmills, and today we
believe we’re doing it!”

— Frank Trulaske

President

In 1981, Frank Trulaske launched True Fitness
Technology, Inc. and began manufacturing
hand-crafted treadmills.

His team’s obsession with quality has propelled
True to the top of the industry and has created
one of America’s oldest, largest and most
respected treadmill manufacturers. True’s
131,000 square foot facility just outside
St. Louis, Missouri, houses the manufacturing
plant, engineering laboratory and testing facility.

Over the years, True has designed, developed
and fabricated new and cutting-edge
components for their complete residential and
commercial treadmill line, including innovative
frame and suspensions systems.

Intensive quality control standards guarantee
excellence in every phase of production, resulting
in the finest treadmills available in the
marketplace. Today, True is the choice for
workouts among beginners, rehab patients and
world-class athletes. True treadmills are
consistently rated #1 in smoothness, quietness
and softness.

True will continue to develop new and innovative
products with

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Thank You

For Selecting

A True

Treadmill

SSEERRIIAALL NNUUMMBBEERR

The serial number of your treadmill is
located on a plate next to the power cord
on the frame. Record the serial number
below.

Serial Number

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iinnttaacctt ffoorr tthhee wwaarrrraannttyy ttoo rreemmaaiinn vvaalliidd..
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hhaass nnoott bbeeeenn ttaammppeerreedd wwiitthh,, rreemmoovveedd oorr
aalltteerreedd..

TTHHEE 445500//550000//555500 MMOODDEELL TTRREEAADDMMIILLLLSS

AARREE FFOORR RREESSIIDDEENNTTIIAALL UUSSEE OONNLLYY..

SECTION 1

SAFETY TIPS 1-

22

BASICS 1-

33

ASSEMBLY 1-

44

BELT ADJUSTMENTS 1-

44

TREADBELT TENSION 1-

55

SAFETY FEATURES 1-

55

SECTION 2

450/500 HRC CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTIONS/FUNCTIONS 2-

11

550 HRC CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTIONS/FUNCTIONS 2-

22

550/500 CI (CARDIOINTERACTIVE) CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTIONS/FUNCTIONS 2-

33

S.O.F.T. SELECT AND EXPRESS COMMAND KEYS 2-

44

QQUUIICCKK RREEFFEERREENNCCEE OOPPEERRAATTIINNGG IINNSSTTRRUUCCTTIIOONNSS -- 445500,, 550000,, 555500 PP MMOODDEELLSS

2-

55

QQUUIICCKK RREEFFEERREENNCCEE OOPPEERRAATTIINNGG IINNSSTTRRUUCCTTIIOONNSS WWIITTHH EEXXPPRREESSSS KKEEYYSS -- 445500,, 550000,, 555500 HHRRCC,, CCII MMOODDEELLSS

2-

66

MANUAL PROGRAM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - 450, 500, 550 ALL MODELS 2-

77

PRE PROGRAM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

- 450, 500, 550 P, HRC MODELS 2-8

PRE-PROGRAM PROFILES 2-

99

USER PROGRAM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2-

99

CARDIOINTERACTIVE AND HEART RATE CONTROL INTRODUCTION

- HRC, CI MODELS 2-

1100

TRUE HEART RATE CONTROL (HRC) HOW IT WORKS AND ULTRACOACH 2-

1111

CARDIOINTERACTIVE AND HRC TARGET OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2-

1122,, 1133,, 1144,, 1155

CRUISE CONTROL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

- HRC, CI MODELS

2-

1166

CARDIOACTIVE HRC INTERVAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

- HRC, CI MODELS

2-

1177,, 1188,, 1199

HEART RATE CONTROL IMPORTANT POINTS 2-

2200

PRE-PROGRAM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WITH EXPRESS KEYS

- HRC, CI MODELS

22--2211

TARGET HEART RATE CHART 2-

2222

THE F. I.T. FORMULA 2-

2233,, 2244,, 2255

SECTION 3

CARE AND MAINTENANCE 3-

11

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 3-

22

DIAGNOSTICS 3-

33

SECTION 4

INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE CHART 4-

11,, 22

Table Of Contents

1-1

1. Always use the safety key and attach
lanyard to your clothing at about
waist height.

2. Wear comfortable, good-quality
walking or running shoes.

3. Warm-up and cool-down periods are
important for a complete workout.

4. Always straddle the belt and allow it to
start moving before stepping onto it.

5. Hold the grab bar while adjusting the
controls.

6. Keeping your eyes focused straight
ahead will help you maintain your
balance.

7. Adjust your own speed and grade.
Never make adjustments for another
person or allow someone else to make
adjustments for you.

8. Always allow the belt to stop completely
before dismounting. Gradually slowing
down also minimizes the sensation of
feeling like you are still moving after you
stop.

9. Allow space behind treadmill and sides
in the event you lose your balance.

10. Always inspect your treadmill to
ensure there are no foreign objects
obstructing the moving parts.

11.To avoid any possibility of being struck
or caught between moving parts,
bystanders should not be within reach
of the treadmill while it is in motion.

12. For safety reasons and to prevent
damage to your treadmill, allow only
ONE person at a time on your machine.

13. Never leave unsupervised children
near your treadmill.

14. Animals should never be allowed on or
near your treadmill.

15. Keep the power cord clear of the
incline system. Allow extra slack for
inclining the machine. Do not run the
power cord under the treadmill.

16. Your treadmill is designed for indoor
use only.

17 . Never use your treadmill around water

or while you are wet. Using the unit
around a pool, hot tub or sauna will
void the warranty.

18 . Do not operate treadmill while using

bottled oxygen.

Safety Tips

1-2

Congratulations on your purchase of a TRUE residential
treadmill. You have chosen a premium piece of exercise
equipment designed to meet your fitness needs for a
lifetime.

Before using your treadmill, please review this manual to
learn about the unit’s features, functions, maintenance
procedures, and safe operation.

SAFETY TIPS:

SETTING UP YOUR
TREADMILL

Place your treadmill on a clean, level surface.
Make sure the electrical cord easily reaches a
grounded three-pronged outlet and has
enough slack to allow the deck to incline
unhindered by the cord. Do not allow the
treadmill assembly to rest on the cord.
Although your treadmill is designed to
operate on most carpeted surfaces, some
deeply padded or heavy shag carpets can
cause damage to the unit. To prevent
damage to your treadmill or carpet, have
someone stand on the deck and make sure
the treadmill belt doesn’t touch the carpet at
any point.
Your TRUE treadmill is designed for indoor
use only. Always keep the control panel out of
direct sunlight.

IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL
REQUIREMENTS

Your True treadmill requires a

ddeeddiiccaatteedd

110 VAC 15 amp grounded outlet circuit.

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aanndd eennhhaanncceess yyoouurr ssaaffeettyy bbyy pprreevveennttiinngg
sshhoocckk..

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FFOORR TTHHEE HHRRCC SSYYSSTTEEMM TTOO FFUUNNCCTTIIOONN

PPRROOPPEERRLLYY..

Learning The Basics

1-3

TTHHEE BBAASSIICCSS

Your treadmill is made up of two main sections: the base and
the pedestal.

The base of the treadmill consists of a metal frame, a
shock-absorbing deck system and a powerful 2.5
continuous-duty horsepower DC motor. The motor powers a
pulley system which moves the running belt over the deck.
(See figure 1, page 1-4)

The pedestal mounts on the top of the frame. It places the
displays, information readout and touch keys within easy sight
and reach.
(See figure 1, page 1-4)

PARTS INCLUDED:

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66 -- SSCCRREEWWSS

66 -- SSTTAARR WWAASSHHEERRSS ((LLOOCCKK WWAASSHHEERRSS))

11 -- OOWWNNEERRSS MMAANNUUAALL

11 -- WWAARRRRAANNTTYY CCAARRDD

11 -- HHEEAARRTT RRAATTEE TTRRAANNSSMMIITTTTEERR WWIITTHH

SSTTRRAAPP ((HHRRCC MMOODDEELLSS OONNLLYY))

ASSEMBLY

TRUE treadmills are shipped in two pieces:
the pedestal assembly (which includes the
control console) and the base.
Instructions for assembling the unit:

1. Remove the protective packaging
materials.

NNOOTTEE::

Do not lift the treadmill

by the motor when removing from carton!

2. Lay pedestal on deck as shown. (Fig. 1)

3. Feed wire harness through reusable wire
ties from left to right. (Fig. 2)

4. Tighten wire ties and tuck excess tie down
between motor and PWM board. (Fig.2)
NNOOTTEE::

Do not cut off excess wire tie.

These are reusable.

5. Raise top of pedestal into place.

6. Install three of the enclosed screws with lock
washers on each side, then tighten all six
screws. (Fig. 3)

IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT::

Do not operate unless all six
screws are fastened securely. Be sure
screws and lock washers thread into the
holes in pedestal. Reverse procedure
whenever removing the pedestal. Remove
pedestal console only while treadmill is at
zero grade and unplugged.
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:

Your TRUE treadmill requires

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WWAARRNNIINNGG::

Do not use an extension cord or
an ungrounded outlet. The ground helps
prevent electrical damage to your treadmill and
enhances your safety by preventing shock.
This grounded outlet is critical for the HRC
system to function properly.

NNOOTTEE::

Units
produced for use outside of the U.S.A. will have
voltage indicated on the identification tag.

BELT ADJUSTMENTS

Your treadmill’s running belt has been
properly aligned at the factory. However,
when the treadmill is used on an uneven
surface, please follow these instructions:

PPRREEFFEERRRREEDD MMEETTHHOODD

Level the treadmill by placing shims 1/8” to
3/8” thick under the front wheel and rear
shock absorber on one side.

NNOOTTEE::

This
method will provide extended belt life by
keeping both rollers parallel. Adjusting the
belt tracking by using the roller bolts will
cause the belt to stretch on one side.

Assembly & Belt Adjustment

1-4

Fig. 1

Fig. 3

Fig. 2

PEDESTAL

BASE

1

2

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mmaayy pprroovviiddee aaddddiittiioonnaall ssuuppppoorrtt..

AALLTTEERRNNAATTIIVVEE MMEETTHHOODD

1. Stand beside the treadmill, insert the safety
key into the bottom of the control panel and
follow oper

ating instructions for running the

treadmill at 5 mph. (Section 2.5)

2. If the belt is off-center to the right, turn the
left roller adjustment bolt counter clock-wise
1/4 turn. If the belt is off-center to the left,
turn the left roller adjustment bolt 1/4 turn
clockwise. (Figure 1 Detail 1)

3. Let the machine run for several minutes to
check the alignment. (Belt alignment does
not need to be perfect). If more correction is
needed, turn the adjustment bolt 1/4 turn
and check again.

TREADBELT TENSION:

To assure maximum life of the treadbelt, roller
and drive motor, make sure the treadbelt
tension is set correctly. (Your treadbelt has
been properly tensioned at the factory.)

•Turn both rear roller adjustment bolts

(Detail 1) counter-clockwise until treadbelt
just begins slipping when walking on it, then
turn both rear roller adjustment bolts
clockwise in equal quarter turn increments
until treadbelt stops slipping. NOTE: Be sure
to run on treadbelt to ensure that the tread­belt does not slip while under load.

SAFETY FEATURES

PPAADDDDEEDD HHAANNDD RRAAIILL
The padded hand rail is mounted to the rear
of the control console. The bar provides a
convenient support to use throughout your
workout.

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The on/off switch is located to the right of the
power cord on the front of the machine. It
completely removes AC power from your
treadmill. It is recommended that you use this
switch to turn the machine off after each
workout.

CCIIRRCCUUIITT BBRREEAAKKEERR
Your TRUE treadmill is protected from
overload by a 15 amp circuit breaker that can
be reset in the event of a power overload. It is
located to the left of the power cord.

SSAAFFEETTYY KKEEYY AANNDD LLAANNYYAARRDD
You can protect yourself from injuries resulting
from unexpected loss of balance by attaching
the lanyard to your clothing at about waist
height when you use your treadmill. When the
safety key is detached, your treadmill will not
operate.

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llooccaattiioonn wwhhiillee yyoouurr ttrreeaaddmmiillll iiss nnoott iinn uussee wwiillll
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uusseerrss ffrroomm ooppeerraattiinngg yyoouurr ttrreeaaddmmiillll..

RREEAARR RROOLLLLEERR SSHHIIEELLDDSS

Steel guards over the ends of the rear roller
prevent towels and other items from getting
caught in the running belt.

FFUULLLLYY EENNCCLLOOSSEEDD MMOOTTOORR

The motor and flywheel are fully enclosed in a
protective metal compartment.

LLOOWW PPRROOFFIILLEE FFRRAAMMEE

To enhance safety, TRUE treadmills are
designed to be as low to the ground as
possible.

Treadbelt Tension & Safety Features

1-5

1

Figure 1

Control Panel Functions

2-1

450/500 CONTROL PANEL

HRC MODEL SHOWN

METS:

One MET is the

amount of energy

your body uses at

rest. If a physical

CALORIES:

Indicates estimated

calories burned.

Based on weight,

speed, grade and

activity has an

equivalent of six METS,

its energy demands

are six times that of

your resting state

time

EXPRESS KEYS:

(Not available on

450P, 500, 500P models)

Access your favorite

workouts.Choose from

target HRC workout,

pre-programs and

custom programs.

SELECT/enter:

Used to enter your weight.

Also for viewing dual function

windows of speed/pace

and calories/metabolic rate

SPEED:

Indicates mph in .1

increments

DOT MATRIX

1. Instructs during

setup.

2. Provides updated

TIME:

Indicates elasped

time after pressing

start (0-99minutes

GRADE:

Indicates incline

in percent

of grade in .5%

PACE:

Indicates amount of

time required to

complete 1 mile at

that current speed

information on progress

during workout.

and 59 seconds).

Can also be set to

countdown, (See

countdown page 2-7)

increments

SLOW/FAST:

Used to adjust speed

in .1 mph increments, to

enter weight, other

STOP/PAUSE:

Stops the treadmill

at any point in your

workout. Information

UP/DOWN:

Adjusts the grade at

any time during your

workout. Sets distance

workout parameters, and

to set time to countdown

will be retained unless

the safety key is

removed or key is

held for 5 seconds

(Resets to 0)

to countdown. Also used

to scroll through programs

WINDOWS

DISTANCE:

Indicates miles

traveled in .01 mile

increments up

to 9.99, and .1 mile

increments past

10 miles. Can also

be set to countdown

(See countdown on

page 2-7)

KEYS

START/reset:

Starts the treadbelt in motion.

Also resets distance, time,

calories when held for

3 seconds.

Control Panel Functions

2-2

METS:

550 CONTROL PANEL

HRC MODEL SHOWN

One MET is the

amount of energy

your body uses at

rest. If a physical

CALORIES:

Indicates estimated

accumulated calories

burned.

Based on weight,

activity has an

equivalent of six METS,

its energy demands

are six times that of

your resting state

speed, grade and

time

EXPRESS KEYS:

Access your favorite

workouts. Choose from

target HRC workout,

cruise control HRC,

interval HRC workouts,

or pre-programs and

custom programs.

SELECT/enter:

Used to enter your weight.

Also for viewing dual function

windows of speed/pace

and calories/metabolic rate

SPEED:

Indicates mph in .1

increments

MESSAGE

CENTER/

DOT MATRIX

1. Instructs during setup.

TIME:

Indicates elasped

time after pressing

start (0-99minutes

GRADE:

Indicates incline

in percent

of grade in .5%

PACE:

Indicates amount of

time required to

complete 1 mile at

that speed

2. Provides updated

information on progress

during workout

and 59 seconds).

Can also be set to

countdown, (See

countdown page

2-7)

increments

SLOW/FAST:

Used to adjust speed

in .1 mph increments, enter

weight, and other workout

Stops the treadmill

at any point in your

workout. Information

STOP/PAUSE:

UP/DOWN:

Adjusts the grade at

any time during your

workout. Setsdistance

parameters, and to set

time to countdown

will be retained unless

the safety key is

removed or key is held

for 5 seconds

(resets to 0)

to countdown, also

scroll through programs.

WINDOWS

DISTANCE:

Indicates miles

traveled in .01 mile

increments up

to 9.99, and .1 mile

increments past

10 miles. Can also

be set to countdown

(See countdown on

page 2-7)

START/reset:

Starts the treadbelt in motion.

Also resets distance, time,

calories and metabolic rate

KEYS

when held for 3 seconds

shock absorbing system.

Control Panel Functions

2-3

500/550 CI (CARDIOINTERACTIVE) CONTROL PANEL

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DDIIFFFFEERREENNCCEE YYOOUU CCAANN FFEEEELL..
True’s unique S.O.F. T. System is the most
advanced shock-absorbing system available.
It cushions the initial impact and then
transitions to a firm, secure surface for
push-off providing lateral stability throughout,
eliminating deck shift from side to side. The
benefit is less stress on the ankles, knees,
hips and back.

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SS..OO..FF..TT.. SSEELLEECCTT

.
All True S.O.F. T. Select series treadmills take
the user to a new level of comfort. Now you
can “personalize” the treadbelt surface to
suit your walking or running needs, from soft
to firm or anywhere in between.

This True feature is ideal for users of differing
weights or those with special physical needs.

MMAANNUUAALL AADDJJUUSSTTMMEENNTT
It’s simple for the user to choose from 12
manually adjustable settings on the right side
of the treadmill base.

Simply slide the S.O.F. T. Select control knob
to the desired setting.

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You electronically adjust the settings on the
500/550 CI models on the control panel. The
display will indicate the level from 1-12. With
1 being the softest and 12 being the firmest.
This special feature makes it even quicker
and easier to meet your changing workout
needs.

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Press and

hold either or .

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Quickly press either or .

NNOOTTEE::

Movement of S.O.F. T. Select motor

does not occur until is pressed.

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WWIITTHH EEXXPPRREESSSS KKEEYYSS OONN HHRRCC MMOODDEELLSS..

True HRC models feature Express Keys
which allow simple access to HRC workouts
and pre-programs. 550 Pre-programmed
models also offer one touch Express Keys to
access pre-programs.

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iinntteerrvvaall HHRRCC..

S.O.F.T. Select and Express Command Keys

2-4

MESSAGE CENTER

550P MODEL

450/500 MODEL

500CI/550 MODEL

Quick Reference Operating Instructions

2-5

BASICS:

••

Straddle Treadbelt

••

Insert Safety Key, attach lanyard
to clothing

QUICK START:

(Manual Workout Only)

Press
Adjust Speed Using Keys
Adjust Grade Using Keys

PROGRAMS:

Set Your Weight Using Keys
Press
Scroll To Desired Program
Using Keys
Set Program Level Using Keys

(Pre Programs Only)

Press
Set Time Using Keys

(15:00-99:00 Minutes)

Press

TO END WORKOUT:

Slow Machine To Below 2 MPH
Using Key
Press Key

The following is a quick overview of the basic operating
features of your True treadmill.
While more detailed operating instructions are on the
following pages, these quick references will familiarize
you with the basic operating procedures needed to
get started.

Quick Reference Operating Instructions

2-6

WWiitthh EExxpprreessss CCoommmmaanndd KKeeyyss

The following is a quick overview of the basic operating features of your
True treadmill. While more detailed operating instructions are on the
following pages, these quick references will familiarize you with the
basic operating procedures needed to get started.

BASICS:

••

Straddle Treadbelt

••

Insert Safety Key, attach lanyard
to clothing

HEART RATE CONTROL:

Set Weight Using Keys
Press
Press Either or to
access HR workout.
Scroll through workouts using same
HRC Key used to access workouts
Press
Edit HR Using Keys
Press
Edit Max. Speed Using Keys
Press
Edit Time Using Keys

(For Interval HRC There Will Be Several Time
Variables To Edit. Total Time, Work Time,
Rest Time.)

Press
Edit Max. Grade Using Keys
Press

QUICK START:

(Manual Workout Only)

Press
Adjust Speed Using Keys
Adjust Grade Using Keys

PROGRAMS:

HHRRCC MMOODDEELLSS::

Set Your Weight Using Keys
Press
Press key to access programs

Scroll To Desired Program Using Key
Set Program Level Using Keys
(Pre Programs Only) Press
Set Time Using Keys (15:00-99:00
Minutes)
Press

555500PP MMOODDEELLSS::

Set Your Weight Using Keys
Press
Press Desired Program Key
Set Program Level Using Keys
Press
Set Time Using Keys (15:00-99:00 Minutes)
Press

TO END WORKOUT:

Slow Machine To Below 2 MPH
Using Key
Press Key

PROGRAMS

PROGRAMS

INTERVAL HRC

TARGET HRC

CRUISE CONTROL

NOTE: 450/500 does not have interval HRC Key.

Enter Manual Workout While Wearing Heart
Rate Transmitter. (Heart Rate Will Be
Displayed In Heart Rate Window.)
When You Reach Desired Heart Rate
Press

TARGET HRC

CRUISE CONTROL

CRUISE CONTROL

Manual Program Operating Instructions

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••

Plug machine into a

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110 VAC outlet.

••

Turn on the power switch.

••

Step onto the treadmill.

••

Straddle the treadbelt.

••

Insert safety key into the console behind
the grab bar.

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ffrroomm oobbssttrruuccttiioonnss..

••

Connect safety lanyard clip to the waist
band of your clothing. Do not operate
treadmill without safety lanyard clipped to
your clothing at about waist height.

The message will read

WWGGTT FFAASSTT//SSLLOOWW

followed by

PPRREESSSS SSEELLEECCTT
PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT

The time window will display last entered
weight. Use to change the
weight and press .

MMAANNUUAALL MMOODDEE

••

Message now reads

NNEEXXTT UUPP//DDNN

followed by

PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT

Press to get tread belt moving.

••

Hold the grab bar and carefully step onto
the treadbelt and begin walking. It is
important to start at a safe speed. It is not
recommended to exceed 2.0 mph when
starting the treadmill.

••

Speed and grade may be adjusted any time
during your workout by pressing
for speed and for grade.

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Slow
machine to below 2 mph by pressing
Press . This will stop the treadbelt
and retain all workout information. To restart
your workout, press , enter speed and
step back onto treadbelt. To shut off the
control panel, remove the safety key and
turn off the on/off switch. (Located by the
power cord.)

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(During workout) Press and hold until
zeros appear in the time, distance, calorie
windows. If not in use, press and hold

CCoouunnttddoowwnn FFeeaattuurree::

(Time and distance)

445500 //550000

-Enter weight press (twice) or
until the lights in the time and distance windows
flash. Press to set distance
and to set time. When you press

, time and distance will begin counting

down.

555500--

Enter weight press

Press again and

AADDJJ TTIIMMEE

will appear in
message center. Set time using
key or 10-key pad. Message reads:

PPRREESSSS

EENNTTEERR

. Press again and

AADDJJ DDIISSTTAANNCCEE

using keys. Message reads:

PPRREESSSS

SSTTAARRTT..

Press

.

NNOOTTEE::

These functions will give you an audible signal
and begin counting up when the time or distance has
reached zero. The treadbelt will continue to move.

BBAASSIICCSS

••

Straddle Treadbelt

••

Insert Safety Key, attach lanyard
to clothing

QQUUIICCKK SSTTAARRTT

(Manual Workout Only)
Press
Adjust Speed Using Keys

Adjust Grade Using Keys

2-7

450/500 HRC 550 HRC

Pre Program Operating Instructions

2-8

BBAASSIICC SSTTAARRTT--UUPP

••

Plug machine into a

ggrroouunnddeedd

110 VAC

outlet.

••

Turn on the power switch.

••

Step onto the treadmill.

••

Straddle the treadbelt.

••

Insert safety key into the console behind

the grab bar.
CCaauuttiioonn:: WWhheenn tthhee ssaaffeettyy kkeeyy iiss iinnsseerrtteedd,, tthhee
ttrreeaaddmmiillll wwiillll rreettuurrnn ttoo 00%% ggrraaddee.. PPlleeaassee kkeeeepp
tthhee aarreeaa uunnddeerr tthhee ttrreeaaddmmiillll ffrreeee ffrroomm
oobbssttrruuccttiioonnss..

••

Connect safety lanyard clip to the waist

band of your clothing. Do not operate

treadmill without safety lanyard clipped to

your clothing at about waist height.The

message will read

AADDJJ WWGGTT FFAASSTT//SSLLOOWW

followed by

PPRREESSSS SSEELLEECCTT

.

The time window will display last entered

weight. Use to change the

weight and press .

PPRROOGGRRAAMM MMOODDEE 445500//550000

••

NNEEXXTT UUPP//DDNN

message appears, followed by

EEDDIITT SSEELLEECCTT

. Press or to access

the programs

••

Press and the message will read

HHIILLLL IINNTTRRVVLL

followed by

AADDJJ LLVVLL FFAASSTT//SSLLOOWW

followed by

PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT

. Scroll to desired
program using keys.
Select a level using
Press
After program and level have been
selected, set time using keys
(15:00-99:00 minutes)
Press to begin

•• CCaarreeffuullllyy

step onto treadbelt.

•• TToo SSttoopp oorr ppaauussee yyoouurr wwoorrkkoouutt::

slow
machine to below 2 mph by pressing
Press

.

This will stop the program
and save all valuable information. To restart
a program, press . To end workout,
press and remove the safety key.

•• TToo rreesseett ddiissttaannccee,, ttiimmee,, aanndd ccaalloorriieess::
(During workout) Press and hold until
zeros appear in the time, distance, calorie
windows. If not in use, press and hold .

•

TToo cchhaannggee lleevveell dduurriinngg wwoorrkkoouutt

: press and

hold .

L-will appear in speed window,

press keys to select new level.
After new level is entered press .

•• RReeccaallll ooff aaccccuummuullaatteedd ddaattaa ((aatt eenndd ooff wwoorrkk
oouutt))::

obtained by pressing the .

450/500 HRC 550 P

555500PP MMOODDEELLSS::

Set Your Weight Using Keys
Press
Press Desired Program Key

Set Program Level Using Keys
Press
Set Time Using Keys (15:00-99:00
Minutes)
Press

NNOOTTEE::

All workouts (programs) are able to be set from
15:00 - 99:00 minutes. Default value (if no time entered)
is 30:00 minutes. When timer reaches 0:00 it will beep
and begin counting up. You must press to end
workout!

NNOOTTEE::

When in run mode user may switch from one
workout to the next selected, joining the workout in
process at the same time as the prevous workout.
EXAMPLE: Working out in weight loss at the 15:00
mark user pressed CV Workout, computer and readout
reflects move to CV Workout and continues countdown
at 15:00.

User Program Operating Instructions

Pre-Program Profiles

2-9

WEIGHT LOSS WORKOUT

CARDIOVASCULAR WORKOUT

HILL INTERVAL WORKOUT

SPEED INTERVAL WORKOUT

screened area is the grade

solid line is the speed

screened area is the speed

solid line is the grade

screened area is the speed

solid line is the grade

screened area is the speed

solid line is the grade

UUSSEERR PPRROOGGRRAAMM

A total of 50 changes can be made to speed
and/or grade in a user program. One speed
and grade change per 30 second time block
ie: (0-:30, :30-1:00, 1:00-1:30) can be made.

NNOOTTEE::

If you wish the program to end at zero speed,
your last :30 entry should be zero speed when you
stop the treadmill.

SSTTOORRIINNGG UUSSEERR PPRROOGGRRAAMM

••

Complete a manually-controlled workout.

••

Press .

••

Press and hold until

SSAAVVEE UUSSEERR 11

appears.

••

Press until

UUSSEERR 11,, 22 OORR 33

message

appears. When you have selected which
user file you want to save to, press

and hold the until

SSAAVVEE UUSSEERR 11,,

UUSSEERR 22 OORR UUSSEERR 33

message appears.

••

Your user program is now saved.

••

Remove the safety key.

SPEED (MPH) GRADE (%)

MIN MAX MIN MAX

LEVEL

2.0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

LEVEL

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

LEVEL

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

2.4

2.2

2.8

2.6

3.2

3.0

3.6

3.4

4.2

3.8

4.6

4.0

5.0

4.4

5.4

4.8

6.0

SPEED (MPH) GRADE (%)

MIN MAX MIN MAX

1.4

2.6

1.6

2.8

1.8

3.0

2.0

3.2

2.2

3.4

2.4

3.6

2.6

3.8

2.8

4.0

3.0

4.2

SPEED (MPH) GRADE (%)

MIN MAX MIN MAX

2.0

2.4

2.2

2.8

2.6

3.2

3.0

3.6

3.4

4.2

3.8

4.6

4.0

5.0

4.4

5.4

4.8

6.0

1.0

4.0

1.5

5.0

2.0

6.0

3.0

7.0

4.0

8.0

5.0

9.0

6.0

10.0

7.0

11.0

8.0

12.0

0.0

2.0

0.5

3.0

0.5

4.0

1.0

5.0

1.5

6.0

2.0

7.0

2.5

8.0

3.0

9.0

3.5

10.0

0.5

4.0

0.5

5.0

0.5

6.0

1.0

7.0

1.0

8.0

1.0

9.0

1.0

10.0

1.0

11.0

1.5

12.0

SPEED (MPH) GRADE (%)

MIN MAX MIN MAX

LEVEL

2.0

2.4

2.0

10.0

4.0

3.0

5.0

4.0

6.0

5.0

7.0

6.0

8.0

7.0

9.0

8.0

10.0

9.0

11.0

12.0

1

2.2

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

2.8

2.6

3.2

3.0

3.6

3.4

4.2

3.8

4.6

4.0

5.0

4.4

5.4

4.8

6.0

Cardiointeractive & Heart Rate Control

2-10

IINNTTRROODDUUCCTTIIOONN
You are now the owner of the most sophisticated
Heart Rate Control treadmill available. The TRUE
HRC is unique and patented. It accommodates
users from rehabilitation to world class athletes, and
all those in between. The TRUE HRC treadmill
allows you to do a completely hands free heart rate
controlled workout using speed, grade or both.

By training at a specific target heart rate, you can

exercise at a more efficient cardiovascular level.

The TRUE HRC system is unique because you
must enter the key parameters of your workout;
target heart rate, maximum speed, maximum grade,
and time, prior to beginning your HRC workout. As
you approach your target heart rate, the treadmill’s
computer takes over and changes the speed and/or
grade automatically to keep you near your target
heart rate. This gives you a completely “hands free”
workout.

RREECCOOMMMMEENNDDAATTIIOONNSS
Before selecting a target heart rate control workout, it
is important to use the treadmill for several workouts
in the manual mode while monitoring your heart rate.

You can monitor your heart rate during workouts by
wearing the heart rate transmitter included with your
treadmill.

After you have spent some time learning how your
heart responds to different levels of speed and grade,
you will have a better understanding of how to select
the maximum speed and maximum grade required to
reach your target heart rate.

CCOONNSSUULLTT YYOOUURR PPHHYYSSIICCIIAANN TTOO DDEETTEERRMMIINNEE
YYOOUURR TTAARRGGEETT HHEEAARRTT RRAATTEE..

WWOORRKKOOUUTT GGUUIIDDEELLIINNEESS

11.. TTaarrggeett HHeeaarrtt RRaattee TTrraaiinniinngg

((HHeeaarrtt RRaattee WWoorrkkoouuttss 11--55))::
Preset your target heart rate, maximum speed,
maximum grade, and time of workout. These are
time-based workouts. The distance traveled will
vary depending on speed.

22.. 22 MMiillee,, 44 MMiillee,, 55KK,, aanndd 1100KK TTaarrggeett HHeeaarrtt RRaattee

TTrraaiinniinngg ((MMooddeell 550000CCII//555500 oonnllyy))
For these workouts you preset target heart rate,
maximum speed, and maximum grade. These
are distance-based workouts. The duration of the
workout will depend on your speed.

33.. IInntteerrvvaall HHeeaarrtt RRaattee TTrraaiinniinngg

((MMooddeell 550000CCII//555500 OOnnllyy))
Interval heart rate training takes your workout to
an even higher level. Interval training allows you to
program periods of rest between periods of work.
For each workout, you enter target heart rate,
maximum speed, maximum grade, duration of
workout, and duration of work and rest intervals.
These are time-based workouts. The distance
traveled will depend on your speed.

44.. CCrruuiissee CCoonnttrrooll ((sseeee 22--1166))
Manual workout with heart rate transmitter. When
you reach desired heart rate, press cruise control
key and it’s hands-free.

55.. MMaannuuaall WWoorrkkoouutt::
This is a completely user controlled workout. You
control the speed and the grade throughout your work
out. Your heart rate may be monitored during this
workout, but it is not heart rate controlled.

66.. PPrrooggrraammss::
There are 4 preprogrammed workouts:

• Hill Interval workout

• Weight Loss workout

• Cardiovascular workout

• Speed Interval workout
Each workout has 9 levels of intensity. The
treadmill controls both the speed and grade.
These are not heart rate controlled, but will
monitor heart rate.
User determines duration of programs are 15:00
to 99:00 minutes.

77.. UUsseerr PPrrooggrraamm::
A total of 50 changes can be made to speed
and/or grade in a user program. One change per
30 second time block, IE: (0-:30, :30-1:00, 1:00­1:30) can be made.

88.. MMeetthhoodd UUsseedd TToo IInnccrreeaassee HHeeaarrtt RRaattee::
To raise your heart rate in the HRC mode, speed
will always increase until maximum speed is
attained, followed by grade (if grade is used in the
workout).

99.. MMeetthhoodd UUsseedd TToo DDeeccrreeaassee HHeeaarrtt RRaattee::
To lower heart rate in the HRC mode, grade will
always decrease until zero grade is reached,
followed by speed (if grade is used in the workout).

1100.. SSppeeeedd CChhaannggee::
Each change in speed is in .1 M.P. H. increments.

1111.. GGrraaddee CChhaannggee::
Each change in grade is in .5% grade increments.

NNOOTTEE::

The heart rate control workouts are files which store workout parameters once you have completed an
HRC program. You do not need to enter all parameters each time you use the same workout. Just insert the
safety key, select which file or workout you want, and press start.

True Target Heart Rate Control: How It Works

2-11

This unique, simple, and safe system is

easy to use and understand.

The user first sets their personal

maximums

ffoorr bbootthh ssppeeeedd aanndd ggrraaddee..

This
allows the user to customize and create a
variety of workouts. By setting personal
maximums for speed and grade, the user is
provided safe workouts that fit their
capabilities. Once this data is entered, along
with target heart rate and workout time, the
user is ready to start their Heart Rate Control
workout.

The initial stage of the Heart Rate Control
workout is the warm-up stage and allows the
user the flexibility to adjust their speed or
grade at anytime. The warm-up stage is not
predetermined by the amount of time input
prior to workout, and the user may take as
much time as they wish to approach their
target heart rate. The warm-up stage ends
when the user’s heart rate is ten beats below
the pre-set target heart rate.

At this point, the user enters the Heart Rate
Control stage, and the treadmill’s computer
takes control of both the speed and grade
(hands free).

The treadmill software gradually increases
the user’s heart rate to within 10 beats of the
target heart rate.

In the situation where workload needs to be
increased in order to elevate the heart rate,
the speed will be increased first in 1/10 mph
increments.

If needed, the speed will continue to
increase up to the pre-set maximum. If the
user still requires additional workload to raise
the heart rate, the grade will be raised in .5%
increments up to the maximum pre-set grade
(unless zero grade was entered).

Conversely, whenever the workload needs
to be reduced in order to lower the heart rate,
the grade will always be reduced first. The
grade will be reduced to zero (if required),
before speed is reduced.

EEXXAAMMPPLLEESS OOFF HHOOWW HHRRCC CCAANN WWOORRKK
FFOORR YYOOUU::

EExxaammppllee ##11::

A user who physically cannot walk over

2.5 mph can safely use heart rate
control by entering maximum speed of

2.5 in a Heart Rate Control workout.

EExxaammppllee ##22::

A runner can run up to a speed of 10 mph,
without hills, by entering a

maximum
speed of 10 mph and a maximum grade
of 0%.

EExxaammppllee ##33::

A walker enters a maximum speed of

4.0 mph and a maximum grade of 6%.
The walker is limited to a maximum
speed of 4.0 mph and grade will be
used if required to elevate the heart
rate up to a maximum of 6%.

OOppttiioonnaall TTRRUUEE--UUllttrraaCCooaacchh ssooffttwwaarree aanndd
RRSS 223322 ppoorrtt..

TRUE 500 HRC and CI treadmills are
equipped to receive an RS 232 port. This
allows your True treadmill to connect to your
personal computer and utilize True’s optional
TRUE-UltraCoach software. The RS 232
port is included with the purchase of TRUE­UltraCoach.

True Ultracoach is a prescriptive software
package that takes you through the process
of a fitness test and then prescribes workouts
based on your fitness test and workout
history. This software package also graphs
and stores workouts to be used as a base of
reference for future prescriptive workouts.

For further information on the True
Ultracoach contact your local dealer or call
True Fitness toll free at 1-800-426-6570.

OOPPEERRAATTIINNGG IINNSSTTRRUUCCTTIIOONNSS
445500//550000//555500 HHEEAARRTT RRAATTEE CCOONNTTRROOLL
Before beginning operation in Heart Rate Control,
you must first attach the heart rate transmitter
around your chest. The radio
frequency transmitter strap
should be worn directly
against your skin, 1-2 inches
below the pectoral
muscles/breast line. Women
should be careful to place the
transmitter below their bra
line. Initially, the transmission
signal for heart rate may be
erratic or non-existent. Perspiration on your skin
is necessary for proper transmission. In most
cases, by the end of your warm up,
transmission becomes consistent and accurate.
If not, saline solution should be used to moisten
the sensors on the back of the strap.
The Heart ( ) LED will flash, showing that the
heart rate signal is received.

BBAASSIICC SSTTAARRTT--UUPP
MMOODDEELL 445500,, 550000 AANNDD 555500

••

Plug machine into a

ggrroouunnddeedd

110 VAC

outlet.

••

Turn on the power switch.

••

Step onto treadmill.

••

Straddle treadbelt.

••

Insert safety key into the console behind
the hand bar.

CCaauuttiioonn:: WWhheenn tthhee ssaaffeettyy kkeeyy iiss iinnsseerrtteedd,, tthhee
ttrreeaaddmmiillll wwiillll rreettuurrnn ttoo 00%% ggrraaddee.. PPlleeaassee kkeeeepp
tthhee aarreeaa uunnddeerr tthhee ttrreeaaddmmiillll ffrreeee ffrroomm
oobbssttrruuccttiioonnss..

• Connect safety lanyard clip to the

waistband of your clothing. Do not operate

treadmill without safety lanyard clipped to

your clothing at about waist height.The

message will read

WWGGTT FFAASSTT//SSLLOOWW

followed by

PPRREESSSS SSEELLEECCTT//PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT

NNOOTTEE::

CI model only, soft select position

shows briefly in message center.

The time window will display last entered

weight. Use to change the

weight and press

AALLLL TTRRUUEE HHEEAARRTT RRAATTEE CCOONNTTRROOLL
WWOORRKKOOUUTTSS CCOONNSSIISSTT OOFF TTHHRREEEE
SSTTAAGGEESS::

1. Warm -up Stage

2. Target Heart Rate Control Stage

3. Cool Down Stage

TTOO UUSSEE TTAARRGGEETT HHRRCC WWOORRKKOOUUTTSS
Press the

Message Reads

EEDDIITT//SSEELLEECCTT
NNEEXXTT UUPP//DDNN
PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT

--oonnllyy wwhheenn rreeaaddyy ttoo bbeeggiinn

tthhee wwoorrkkoouutt..

NNOOTTEE::

Check the target heart rate each time

you use target heart rate training workouts.

Press to scroll to desired workout.

TARGET HRC

CRUISE CONTROL

TARGET HRC

CRUISE CONTROL

Cardiointeractive & HRC Target Operating Instructions

2-12

450/500 HRC 550 HRC

Press (In the window labeled heart rate
the last edited heart rate will appear.)
The message will read:

AADDJJ TTAARRGGEETT + --
NNEEXXTT--SSEELLEECCTT
PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT..

Using , edit heart rate.

Press .
The message will read:

AADDJJ MMAAXX SSPPEEEEDD ++

--

NNEEXXTT--SSEELLEECCTT
PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT..

Using , enter your desired
maximum speed.

Press .
The message will read:

AADDJJ TTIIMMEE ++ --
NNEEXXTT--SSEELLEECCTT
PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT

..
Using , enter your desired time at
target heart rate.

Press .
The message will read:

AADDJJ MMXX GGRRDD ++ --
NNEEXXTT--SSEELLEECCTT
PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT..

Using , enter your desired
maximum grade.

NNOOTTEE::

Time is not entered for 2 mile, 4 mile,
5K, and 10K workouts. These are distance
based workouts. (Refers to 550 Model only.)

Press to begin your workout.

NNOOTTEE::

If you accidentally press again,

the

HHEEAARRTT RRAATTEE

window will flash.

Press to begin your workout.

The message will read:

SSTTAARRTTIINNGG 33
SSTTAARRTTIINNGG 22

SSTTAARRTTIINNGG 11
AADDJJ SSPPEEEEDD ++

--

AADDJJ GGRRAADDEE ++

--

WWAARRMM UUPP
TTAARRGGEETT XXXXXX

WWAARRMM UUPP SSTTAAGGEE
The treadmill will operate as if in the manual
mode during the warm-up stage. You control
both speed and grade. You may only increase
speed and grade to the preset maximum
values entered. It is important that you start at
a low level of perceived exertion and gradually
increase your work load over several minutes
until you approach your target heart rate. This
allows your body to adapt to your workout.
Increasing work load gradually will allow you
to enter the heart rate control stage without
overshooting your target.

NNOOTTEE:: WWaarrmmiinngg uupp ttoooo ffaasstt mmaayy ccaauussee yyoouu
ttoo oovveerrsshhoooott yyoouurr ttaarrggeett..

If this occurs it may
take several minutes before the computer
software can control your heart rate. You may
overshoot and undershoot your target for
several minutes until control is achieved.

Wear the heart rate transmitter, provided
with your treadmill, directly against your skin,
1-2 inches below the pectoral muscles/breast
line. Initially the transmission signal for heart
rate may be erratic or non existent.
Perspiration on your skin is necessary for
proper transmission. The Heart ( ) LED will
flash, showing that the heart rate signal is
received.

WWaarrmm--uupp SSttaaggee IInnssttrruuccttiioonnss::

Using ,
gradually increase speed to a comfortable
walk. If you have entered a maximum grade in
your workout, you may increase grade
gradually by using

.

. Remember, warm
up slowly! Continue increasing speed and/or
grade to gradually increase your heart rate.
You may only increase speed and grade to
the preset maximum values entered.

Cardiointeractive & HRC Target Operating Instructions

2-13

When your heart rate is within 15 beats from
the target, the message will read

AAPPPPRROOAACCHHIINNGG TTAARRGGEETT XXXXXX

NNOOTTEE::

If while you are warming up you feel
that your selected target is too high or too
low, you can edit your target heart to a new
value as follows:
Press
Using , edit heart rate (a maximum
of 5 beat changes are permitted when editing
target heart rate down). Do this only while
display is flashing or the software may exit
you from heart rate control.

Press to set new heart rate
target. Continue to warm up.
HHEEAARRTT RRAATTEE CCOONNTTRROOLL SSTTAAGGEE
Heart Rate Control Stage Instructions: When
your heart rate is 10 beats away from your
target, the message will read:

BBEEGGIINNNNIINNGG
TTAARRGGEETT HHRRCC
HHAANNDDSS FFRREEEE

The computer software takes control of the
treadmill at this point, allowing “HANDS FREE”
operation. The time window will reset and
begin descending from the time you originally
entered in the setup of the workout parameters.
The treadmill’s computer now controls all
speed and grade changes. The treadmill will
gradually continue to increase your workload
until you reach your selected target heart rate.
When your heart rate is at plus or minus 2
beats, the message center will read:

AATT TTAARRGGEETT

NNOOTTEE::

Do not touch

.

Touching any key before pressing

or first will immediately exit you
from heart rate control and begin your cool
down stage.
As your heart rate increases or decreases from
your target, the treadmill will automatically
make adjustments to speed and/or grade to
keep your heart rate near your selected target.
If your speed or grade reaches your preset
maximums,

MMAAXX SSPPEEEEDD

or

MMAAXX GGRRAADDEE

will be displayed.

NNOOTTEE::

To edit your target heart rate to a
new value while in heart rate control stage:
Press

.

(The target value will be

displayed,

TTAARRGGEETT XXXXXX,, AADDJJ TTAARRGGEETT

+-).
Using edit heart rate. (a maximum
of 5 beat changes are permitted when
editing target heart rate down). Do this only
while the display is flashing or the software
may exit you from heart rate control.
Press to set new target heart rate.
The treadmill will now adjust the work load to
bring you to your new target. To end your
workout before the time you
previously selected, press .

TARGET HRC

CRUISE CONTROL

TARGET HRC

CRUISE CONTROL

TARGET HRC

CRUISE CONTROL

TARGET HRC

CRUISE CONTROL

TARGET HRC

CRUISE CONTROL

Cardiointeractive & HRC Target Operating Instructions

2-14

CCOOOOLL DDOOWWNN SSTTAAGGEE

Cool Down Stage Instructions: When time is
elapsed or distance has reached zero and
the HRC stage is completed, there will be an
immediate 50% MET reduction in your work
load. The message will read:

CCOOOOLL DDOOWWNN

followed by audible signal

AAVVGG HHEEAARRTT RRAATTEE XXXXXX
DDIISSTT XXXXXX
CCAALLSS XXXXXXXX
TTIIMMEE XXXX::XXXX
CCOOOOLL DDOOWWNN

NNOOTTEE::

Your accumulated average heart rate,

distance, calories, and time are summarized.

CCOOOOLL DDOOWWNN

will remain in the message to
remind you that you are in the cool down
stage.
The treadmill will now operate in the manual
mode. The time will reset to 00:00 and begin
to ascend. You will be in complete control of all
speed and grade changes. It is recommended
that you spend an equal amount of time in the
cool down stage as you did in the warm up
stage, or a minimum of at least two
minutes. Press when you are finished!

NNOOTTEE::

Workout totals of average heart rate,
time, distance and calories will appear in
message at the end of your workout. If you
prematurely press speed or grade to end your
workout during the HRC stage, you will enter
the cool down stage and your workload will
remain constant. You may then manually
adjust speed and grade.

NNOOTTEE::

Accumulated data of average heart
rate, distance, calories, and time is displayed
each time is pressed.

Cardiointeractive & HRC Target Operating Instructions

2-15

CCRRUUIISSEE CCOONNTTRROOLL HHEEAARRTT RRAATTEE
CCOONNTTRROOLL
Here’s the simplest way to enter target heart
rate training. While in manual workout on all
HRC, CI models, you can easily enter Target
Heart Rate Control by simply pressing the
Target Heart Rate Express Key marked
Cruise Control.

• Secure heart rate transmitter around
chest. (see page 2-12.)

• Step onto treadmill.

• Straddle treadbelt.

• Insert safety key into the console behind
the hand bar.

CCaauuttiioonn:: WWhheenn tthhee ssaaffeettyy kkeeyy iiss iinnsseerrtteedd,, tthhee
ttrreeaaddmmiillll wwiillll rreettuurrnn ttoo 00%% ggrraaddee.. PPlleeaassee kkeeeepp
tthhee aarreeaa uunnddeerr tthhee ttrreeaaddmmiillll ffrreeee ffrroomm
oobbssttrruuccttiioonnss..

Connect safety lanyard clip to the
waistband of your clothing. Do not operate
treadmill without safety lanyard clipped to
your clothing at about waist height.

The message center will read

WWGGTT FFAASSTT//SSLLOOWW

followed by

PPRREESSSS SSEELLEECCTT//PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT

The time window will display last entered
weight. Use to change the
weight and press

Press .

Begin manual workout, heart rate will be
displayed as it is picked up. When you reach
desired heart rate press

(cruise control).
You are now hands-free
in target heart rate control.

NNOOTTEE::

To change target press

.
You are now in full manual control.
Work to desired target heart rate
press

.

•To increase your heart rate while in the HRC
mode, the speed will always increase until
the maximum speed is attained, then the
grade will begin to increase.

•To lower heart rate in the HRC mode, grade
will always decrease first, followed by
speed.

• If you enter the HRC stage, below 5mph,
the speed you enter will be the maximum
speed of your workout. i.e.: If you like to walk
at a maximum speed of 3.8 mph, you should
enter HRC at 3.8 mph.

• If you enter the HRC stage above 5 mph,
you will have an additional 1 mph of speed.
i.e.: If you enter HRC at 6 mph, your
maximum attainable speed in the HRC
stage will be 7 mph.

• If at any time you enter the HRC stage with
grade, you will have an additional 4% of
grade available in the HRC stage. i.e.: If you
enter the HRC stage at 1% grade your
maximum attainable grade will be 5%.

• If you do not enter the HRC stage with
grade, no grade will be available during the
HRC stage of your workout. Only speed
will be used to control your heart rate.

EEXXAAMMPPLLEESS OOFF WWAALLKKIINNGG WWOORRKKOOUUTTSS::

1.Enter HRC at 3.5 mph and 4% grade to
allow a maximum speed of 3.5 mph and
8% grade.

2.Enter HRC at 4.2 mph and 6% grade to
allow a maximum speed of 4.2 mph and
10% grade.

EEXXAAMMPPLLEESS OOFF RRUUNNNNIINNGG WWOORRKKOOUUTTSS::

1.Enter HRC at 6 mph and 0% grade to allow
a maximum of 7 mph and 0% grade.

2.Enter HRC at 5 mph and 2% grade to allow
a maximum of 6 mph and 6% grade.

TARGET HRC

CRUISE CONTROL

TARGET HRC

CRUISE CONTROL

TARGET HRC

CRUISE CONTROL

Cruise Control Operating Instruction

2-16

To end workout press

.

AALLLL TTRRUUEE HHEEAARRTT RRAATTEE CCOONNTTRROOLL
WWOORRKKOOUUTTSS CCOONNSSIISSTT OOFF TTHHRREEEE
SSTTAAGGEESS::

1. Warm -up Stage

2. Target Heart Rate Control Stage

3. Cool Down Stage

TTOO UUSSEE HHRRCC IINNTTEERRVVAALL WWOORRKKOOUUTTSS
Interval Workouts offer variety and help you
attain higher levels of conditioning in a shorter
period of time.
It is recommended that you do not do an
interval workout until you have used this
treadmill on a regular basis and have a
working knowledge of your target heart rate
and fitness level.

BBAASSIICC SSTTAARRTT--UUPP 550000CCII,, 555500 HHRRCC//CCII MMooddeellss

• Plug machine into grounded 110 VAC
outlet.

• Turn on the power switch

• Step onto the treadmill

• Straddle the treadbelt.

• Insert safety key into console behind the
handbar.
CCaauuttiioonn:: WWhheenn tthhee ssaaffeettyy kkeeyy iiss iinnsseerrtteedd,, tthhee
ttrreeaaddmmiillll wwiillll rreettuurrnn ttoo 00%% ggrraaddee.. PPlleeaassee kkeeeepp
tthhee aarreeaa uunnddeerr tthhee ttrreeaaddmmiillll ffrreeee ffrroomm
oobbssttrruuccttiioonnss..

• Connect safety lanyard clip to the
waistband of your clothing. Do not operate
treadmill without safety lanyard clipped to
your clothing at about waist height.

Message will read

WWGGTT FFAASSTT//SSLLOOWW

followed by

PPRREESSSS SSEELLEECCTT
PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT

Last entered weight will be displayed. Use

to change the weight and press

.

Press
Scroll to desired workout using

Press (In the window labeled heart rate
the last edited heart rate will appear.)

AADDJJ TTAARRGGEETT

+- will appear in the

message followed by

NNEEXXTT--SSEELLEECCTT
PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT..

Press to change your target
heart rate.
Press . The message will read:

AADDJJ MMXX SSPPDD ++ --
NNEEXXTT--SSEELLEECCTT
PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT

Press to enter your desired
maximum speed.
Press . The message will read:

AADDJJ TTIIMMEE

+-

NNEEXXTT--SSEELLEECCTT
PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT

Press to enter your desired time.
Press . The message will read:

AADDJJ WWOORRKK

+-

NNEEXXTT--SSEELLEECCTT
PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT

Press to enter your desired work
interval time. You may adjust work interval
from :30 seconds to 9 minutes in :05 second
segments. Press . The message will
rea d:

AADDJJ RREESSTT

+-

NNEEXXTT--SSEELLEECCTT
PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT

Press to enter your desired rest
interval time. You may adjust rest interval from
:30 seconds to 9 minutes in :05 second seg­ments. Press . The message will read:

AADDJJ MMXX GGRRDD

+-

NNEEXXTT--SSEELLEECCTT
PPRREESSSS SSTTAARRTT

Press to enter your desired
maximum grade.
Press to begin workout.

NNOOTTEE::

If you accidentally press again,

the

HHEEAARRTT RRAATTEE

window will flash.

Press to begin your workout.

INTERVAL HRC

INTERVAL HRC

Cardiointeractive HRC INTERVAL Operating Instructions

2-17

The message will read:

SSTTAARRTTIINNGG 33
SSTTAARRTTIINNGG 22
SSTTAARRTTIINNGG 11
AADDJJ SSPPEEEEDD

+-

AADDJJ GGRRAADDEE

+-

WWAARRMM UUPP
TTAARRGGEETT XXXXXX

WWAARRMM--UUPP SSTTAAGGEE
Warm-up Stage Instructions: The treadmill
will operate as if in the manual mode during
the warm up stage so you can control both
speed and grade. It is important that you
start at a low level of perceived exertion and
gradually increase your work load over
several minutes until you approach your
target heart rate. This allows your body to
adapt to your workout. Increasing work load
gradually will allow you to enter the heart rate
control stage without overshooting your
target.
NNOOTTEE:: WWaarrmmiinngg uupp ttoooo ffaasstt mmaayy ccaauussee yyoouu
ttoo oovveerrsshhoooott yyoouurr ttaarrggeett..

If this occurs it may
take several minutes before the computer
software can control your heart rate. You may
overshoot and undershoot your target for
several minutes until control is achieved. Wear
the heart rate transmitter provided with your
treadmill directly against the skin 1-2 inches
below the pectoral muscles/breast line.
Initially the transmission signal for heart rate
may be erratic or non existent. Perspiration on
your skin is necessary for proper
transmission. The Heart ( ) LED will flash,
showing that the heart rate signal is received.

NNOOTTEE::

If while you are warming up you feel
that your selected target is too high or too
low, you can edit your target to a new value as
follows:
Press (The target value message will
appear,

TTAARRGGEETT XXXXXX))

. Using , edit
heart rate (only 5 beat changes are permitted
when editing target). Do this only while dis­play is flashing or the software may exit you

from heart rate control.
Press to set new heart rate target.
Continue to warm up.
WWaarrmm--UUpp SSttaaggee IInnssttrruuccttiioonnss::

Using
gradually increase speed to a comfortable
walk. If you have entered a maximum grade in
your workout, you may increase grade
gradually by using

.

Remember, warm
up slowly! Continue increasing speed and/or
grade to gradually increase your heart rate.
You may only increase speed and grade to
the preset maximum values entered.
When your heart rate is within 15 beats from
the target, the message center will read

AAPPPPRROOAACCHHIINNGG TTAARRGGEETT XXXXXX

IINNTTEERRVVAALL HHEEAARRTT RRAATTEE CCOONNTTRROOLL
Heart Rate Control Stage Instructions: When
your heart rate is 10 beats away from your
selected target heart rate, the message
center will read:

BBEEGGIINNNNIINNGG
IINNTTEERRVVAALL HHRRCC
HHAANNDDSS FFRREEEE..

The computer software will take control of
the speed and grade at this point to allow
HHAANNDDSS FFRREEEE

operation. By taking control
before you actually reach your target heart
rate, the computer reduces the chances of
overshooting your target heart rate.

NNOOTTEE::

Do not touch

. Touching any key before pressing

, or first will immediately exit
you from heart rate control and begin your
cool down stage.

The treadmill will now control all speed and
grade changes. The treadmill will gradually
continue to increase your workload until your
heart rate reaches your selected target.

When your heart rate is at the selected
target, the message will read:

AATT TTAARRGGEETT

INTERVAL HRC

INTERVAL HRC

INTERVAL HRC

Cardiointeractive HRC INTERVAL Operating Instructions

2-18

The message will then read

WWOORRKK IINNTT XXXX::XXXX..

The
time will decrease from the work interval time you
entered. When you reach zero, the message will
read

RREESSTT IINNTT XXXX::XXXX..

The time will decrease from
the rest interval time you entered.
IINNTT HHRRCC NNOOTTEE::

additional displayed data include:

HHRR RREEMMAAIINN XXXX::XXXX

(total time remaining at target
heart rate), this message follows both the work
interval and rest interval display.

XXXX::XXXXWW

(displayed in time window) time remaining

in work interval.

XXXX::XXXXRR

(displayed in time window)
time remaining in rest interval.
NNOOTTEE::

Mets and pace is displayed briefly in mes-

sage center after target message.

As your heart rate increases or decreases from
your target, (while you are in the work interval,) the
treadmill will automatically make the adjustments to
speed and/or grade to keep your heart rate near
your selected target.

Interval Training is one of the fastest ways to
increase cardiovascular fitness. The treadmill will
monitor your heart rate and adjust the speed
and/or grade while in the work interval. When you
enter the rest interval, there will be a

5500%% MMEETT
reduction. Your work level will remain the same
throughout the rest period to allow your heart rate
to decrease. Your heart rate will be monitored
during this time, but there will be no adjustment to
speed or grade in the rest interval.

When you return to the work interval, your speed
will return to a calculated average of the speeds
and/or grades which were used in the previous
work intervals. Your speed and/or grade may
increase or decrease while you are in your work
interval. This averaging of speed and/or grade
enables you to return to a work level which will
bring you near your selected target heart rate.

NNOOTTEE::

If you feel that your selected target is too
high or too low, you can change your
target heart rate as follows, when you are in Heart
Rate Control.
Press . The target value message will

appear:

TTAARRGGEETT XXXXXX
AADDJJ TTAARRGGEETT

+-

Using , change your target heart rate.
Only 5 beat changes are permitted when editing
target while in Interval Workouts.
Press to set new heart rate target. The
treadmill will now adjust the work load to bring
you to your new target. Do this only while the
display is flashing or the software may exit you
from Heart Rate Control. In Interval Training it may
take a few work intervals to bring you to your new
selected target heart rate.

To end your workout press .

CCOOOOLL DDOOWWNN SSTTAAGGEE
Cool Down Stage Instructions: When the time is
elapsed and the HRC stage of your workout is
finished, there will be an immediate 50% MET
reduction in your workload.
The message center will read:

CCOOOOLL DDOOWWNN

followed by audible signal

DDIISSTT XXXXXX
CCAALLSS XXXXXXXX
TTIIMMEE XXXX::XXXX
CCOOOOLL DDOOWWNN..
CCOOOOLL DDOOWWNN

will remain in the message center to

remind you that you are in the cool down stage.

The treadmill will now operate in the manual
mode. The time will reset to 0 and begin to
ascend. You will be in complete control of all
speed and grade changes. It is recommended
that you spend an equal amount of time in the cool
down stage as you did in the warm up stage or, a
minimum of at least 2 minutes. Press
when you are finished!

NNOOTTEE::

Workout totals of average heart rate, dis­tance, calories will be displayed at the end of your
workout. If while in the HRC stage you prema­turely end your workout, you will enter the cool
down stage and your work load will remain
constant. You may then manually adjust speed
and grade.
NNOOTTEE::

Accumulated data of average heart rate,

distance, calories, and time is displayed each time

is pressed.

INTERVAL HRC

INTERVAL HRC

Cardiointeractive HRC INTERVAL Operating Instructions

2-19

••

The Heart Rate Monitor strap provided with
your treadmill should be worn directly against
you skin, 1-2 inches below the pectoral
muscles/breast line. Initially the transmission
signal for your heart rate may be erratic or
nonexistent. Perspiration on your skin is
necessary for proper transmission. In most
cases, by the end of your warm-up,
transmission becomes consistent and
accurate. If not, saline solution should be used
to moisten the sensors on the back of the
strap. Women should be careful to place the `
transmitter below their bra line. If the
transmitter strap is adjusted or moved while
exercising, communication may be temporarily
affected.

••

If communication is lost for 30 seconds, the
treadmill will automatically shut off. It is
important to keep the transmitter adjusted
properly.

••

The transmitter emits a fairly weak signal to
the receiver, so interference from more
powerful airwaves (everything from other
exercising equipment to airplanes) is not
uncommon. The good news is that
interference is usually quite brief. If you
continue to have intermittent heart rate
display problems, consult your local service
technician. The problem may be with the
transmitter batteries.

••

Oxygen intake directly affects your heart
rate. To prevent your heart rate from spiking
up, maintain a constant rate of oxygen intake.
Maintaining a fluid motion while walking or
running and refraining from talking helps to
keep your heart rate from spiking.
NNoottee:: TTaallkkiinngg wwhhiillee iinn tthhee HHRRCC ssttaaggee ccaann
ccaauussee yyoouurr hheeaarrtt rraattee ttoo rriissee iinnddeeppeennddeenntt
ooff yyoouurr wwoorrkkllooaadd aanndd ccaauussee tthhee ssooffttwwaarree ttoo
mmaakkee nneecceessssaarryy cchhaannggeess.. TThhiiss wwiillll ccaauussee
iinnaapppprroopprriiaattee ssppeeeedd aanndd//oorr ggrraaddee cchhaannggeess,,
aanndd aaffffeecctt tthhee eeffffiicciieennccyy ooff yyoouurr HHRRCC wwoorrkkoouutt..

••

A grounded outlet is critical for the HRC
system to function properly.

••

If erroneous heart readings are displayed
above the target selected, you can pull the
transmitter portion away from your chest for
several seconds. This will keep you from
exiting HRC.

••

Two users wearing the same kind of transmitter
at the same time, in close proximity, may cause
false heart rate display readings.

••

Use only the transmitter provided with your
TTRRUUEE HHRRCC

Treadmill, or a Polar standard

transmitter.

••

Use dedicated 110 VAC, grounded outlet to
help prevent interference.

Your

TTRRUUEE HHRRCC

Treadmill is designed to meet
the needs of both walkers and runners by
adjusting speed and grade accordingly:

••

To raise your heart rate in the HRC mode,
speed will always increase first, until you reach
your maximum speed, followed by grade (if
grade is used in the workout).

••

To lower your heart rate in the HRC mode,
grade will always decrease first, until you reach
0% grade, followed by speed (if grade is used in
the workout).

••

Each change of speed is .1 MPH increments.

••

Each change of grade is .5% grade increments.

••

For examples of workout maximum speed
and maximum grade, refer to program charts
on page 2-9.

HHEEAARRTT RRAATTEE SSAAFFEETTYY PPAARRAAMMEETTEERRSS

Your

TTRRUUEE HHRRCC

Treadmill computer
software is programmed with the following
safety parameters:

••

If your heart rate exceeds your target by 12
beats, there will be a 30% MET reduction in
workload to reduce your heart rate.

••

If your heart rate exceeds your target by 20
beats, the unit will automatically shut off as a
precautionary measure. (Be cautious when
selecting your target heart rate so the 20
beat variance will not exceed your maximum
heart rate as determined by your physician).

Heart Rate Control Important Points

Heart Rate Control Patent 5,462,504

2-20

Pre-Program Operating Instructions With Express Keys

BBAASSIICC SSTTAARRTT--UUPP

••

Plug machine into a

ggrroouunnddeedd

110 VAC

outlet.

••

Turn on the power switch.

••

Step onto the treadmill.

••

Straddle the treadbelt.

••

Insert safety key into the console behind

the grab bar.
CCaauuttiioonn:: WWhheenn tthhee ssaaffeettyy kkeeyy iiss iinnsseerrtteedd,, tthhee
ttrreeaaddmmiillll wwiillll rreettuurrnn ttoo 00%% ggrraaddee.. PPlleeaassee kkeeeepp
tthhee aarreeaa uunnddeerr tthhee ttrreeaaddmmiillll ffrreeee ffrroomm
oobbssttrruuccttiioonnss..

••

Connect safety lanyard clip to the waist

band of your clothing. Do not operate

treadmill without safety lanyard clipped to

your clothing at about waist height.

The message will read

WWGGTT FFAASSTT//SSLLOOWW

followed by

PPRREESSSS SSEELLEECCTT

The time window will display last entered

weight. Use to change the

weight and press .

PPRROOGGRRAAMM MMOODDEE

••

NNEEXXTT UUPP//DDNN

message appears,

followed by

EEDDIITT SSEELLEECCTT

. Press

to access the programs

••

Press to scroll to desired workout.

Select a level using

Press

After program and level have been

selected, set time using

keys (15:00-99:00 minutes)

Press to begin

•

CCaarreeffuullllyy

step onto treadbelt.

•• TToo SSttoopp oorr ppaauussee yyoouurr wwoorrkkoouutt::

slow
machine to below 2 mph by pressing
Press

.

This will stop the program
and save all valuable information. To restart
a program, press . To end workout,
press and remove the safety key.

•• TToo rreesseett ddiissttaannccee,, ttiimmee,, aanndd ccaalloorriieess::
(During workout) Press and hold until
zeros appear in the time, distance, calorie
windows. If not in use, press and hold .

•

TToo cchhaannggee lleevveell dduurriinngg wwoorrkkoouutt

: press and
hold . Press keys to select
new level. After new level is entered press

.

•• RReeccaallll ooff aaccccuummuullaatteedd ddaattaa::

obtained by

pressing the .

UUSSEERR PPRROOGGRRAAMM

A total of 50 changes can be made to speed
and/or grade in a user program. One speed
and grade change per 30 second time block
ie: (0-:30, :30-1:00, 1:00-1:30) can be made.

NNOOTTEE:: IIff yyoouu wwiisshh tthhee pprrooggrraamm ttoo eenndd aatt
zzeerroo ssppeeeedd,, yyoouurr llaasstt ::3300 eennttrryy sshhoouulldd bbee
zzeerroo ssppeeeedd wwhheenn yyoouu ssttoopp tthhee ttrreeaaddmmiillll..

••

Complete a manually-controlled workout.

••

Press .

••

Press and hold until

SSAAVVEE UUSSEERR 11

appears.

••

Press until

UUSSEERR 11,, 22 OORR 33

message

appears. When you have selected which
user file you want to save to, press

and hold the until

SSAAVVEE UUSSEERR 11,,

UUSSEERR 22 OORR UUSSEERR 33

message appears.

••

Your user program is now saved.

••

Remove the safety key.

PROGRAMS

PROGRAMS

445500 HHRRCC,, 550000 HHRRCC//CCII,, 555500 HHRRCC//CCII

2-21

Target Heart Rate Chart

2-22

WARNING!

Consult your physician to determine your target heart rate before using the heart rate control mode of this treadmill!

The above chart is to be used only as an average reference point and is in NO WAY a recommendation of your
personal abilities!

Medications may affect your heart rate.
Consult your physician for specific advice before exercising.

Do not use this treadmill if you have an acute illness, cold or fever.

STOP EXERCISING IF:

- YOU FEEL FAINT OR DIZZY.

- YOU EXCEED YOUR MAXIMUM HEART RATE SET BY YOUR PHYSICIAN.

AGE

The F.I.T. Formula

2-23

THE F.I.T. FORMULA

((FFrreeqquueennccyy,, IInntteennssiittyy,,TTiimmee))

YYOOUURR FFIITTNNEESSSS PPRROOGGRRAAMM

You can get valuable fitness benefits from your
TRUE Treadmill. Using the treadmill regularly
may increase the ability of your heart and
lungs to supply oxygen and nutrients to
exercising muscles over an extended period of
time. The treadmill will also help you
develop added muscle endurance and
balanced strength throughout your body.

DDEETTEERRMMIINNIINNGG YYOOUURR NNEEEEDDSS

Calculate your maximum heart rate as a first
step in developing your fitness program. The
formula to calculate average maximum heart
rate for one minute is 220 beats per minute
minus your age. To find your pulse, locate a
vein on your neck or inside your wrist, then
count beats for ten seconds, then multiply by
six. (Refer to chart on page 2-22.)

It’s also important to know your target
training zone or target heart rate. The
American Heart Association (AHA) defines
target heart rate as 60-75 percent of your
maximum heart rate. This is high enough to
condition, but well within safe limits. The
AHA recommends that you aim for the lower
part of the target zone (60 percent) during
the first few months of your exercise program.
As you gradually progress you can increase
your target to 75 percent.

According to the

AHA, “Exercise

above 75 percent of the
maximum heart rate may be too strenuous
unless you are in excellent physical condition.
Exercise below 60 percent gives your heart
and lungs little conditioning.”

In addition to monitoring your heart rate as
you exercise, be certain of how quickly your
heart rate recovers. If your heart rate is over
120 beats per minute five minutes after
exercising, or is higher than normal the
morning after exercising, your exertion may
be too strenuous for your current level of

fitness. Reducing the intensity of your workout
is recommended.
The age-adjusted target heart rates indicated
in the previous chart reflect averages. A
variety of factors (including medication,
emotional state, temperature, and other

conditions) can affect the exercise heart rate

appropriate for you.

WWAARRNNIINNGG:: CCoonnssuulltt yyoouurr ddooccttoorr ttoo eessttaabblliisshh
tthhee eexxeerrcciissee iinntteennssiittyy ((ttaarrggeett hheeaarrtt rraattee zzoonnee))
aapppprroopprriiaattee ffoorr yyoouurr aaggee aanndd ccoonnddiittiioonn bbeeffoorree
bbeeggiinnnniinngg aannyy eexxeerrcciissee pprrooggrraamm..

BBEEGGIINNNNIINNGG YYOOUURR
EEXXEERRCCIISSEE PPRROOGGRRAAMM
WWAARRMM--UUPP

:

SSllooww aanndd DDeelliibbeerraattee EExxeerrcciissee

You are not warmed up until you begin to
perspire lightly and breath more deeply.
Warming up prepares your heart and other
muscles for more intense exercise and helps
you avoid premature exhaustion. Begin each
workout by walking even if you plan to run.
Start slowly, exploring different speeds until
you can comfortably sustain your speed, a
suggested minimum of three minutes.
Perspiration on your brow is a good indicator
of a thorough warm-up. The older you are,
the longer your warm-up period should be.

WWOORRKKOOUUTT::

BBrriisskk aanndd RRhhyytthhmmiicc EExxeerrcciissee
The workout trains and conditions your heart,
lungs, and muscles to operate more efficiently.
Increase exercise in response to your heart
rate to train and strengthen your cardiovascular
system. Concentrate on moving your arms and
legs smoothly. Walk naturally and avoid
jerking motions that can cause pulled
muscles, sprained joints, and loss of balance.

CCOOOOLL DDOOWWNN

:

SSllooww aanndd RReellaaxxeedd EExxeerrcciissee
Cooling down relaxes your muscles and gradually
lowers your heart rate. Slowly reduce your
workload until your heart rate is below 60 percent
of your maximum heart rate. The cool down
should last at least five minutes, followed by
some light stretching to enhance your flexibility.

UNDERSTANDING THE
F.I.T. FORMULA

The workout portion of your exercise
program consists of three major variables:
Frequency, Intensity, and Time.

FFRREEQQUUEENNCCYY

:: HHooww OOfftteenn YYoouu EExxeerrcciissee
You should exercise three to five times a week
to improve your cardiovascular and muscle
fitness. Improvements are minimal with less
frequent exercise.

IINNTTEENNSSIITTYY::

HHooww HHaarrdd YYoouu EExxeerrcciissee
Intensity of exercise is reflected in your heart
rate. Exercise must be sufficiently rigorous to
strengthen your heart muscle and condition
your cardiovascular system. Only your
doctor can prescribe the target training heart
range appropriate for your particular needs
and physical condition.

• Start with exercise that stimulates you to

breathe more deeply.

• Alternate periods of moderate and easy

exercise to help your body adapt to new
levels of exertion without unnecessary
strain.

• If you are just beginning an exercise

program, you may be most comfortable
walking at a speed of 1-2 MPH. As you
use your treadmill regularly, higher speeds
may be more comfortable and more
effective.

• Inability to maintain a smooth, rhythmic

motion suggests that your speed and/or
elevation may be too great.

• If you feel out of breath before you have

exercised 12 minutes, you are probably
overdoing it.

As your fitness level improves, you will need
to increase your workload in order to reach
your target heart rate. The first increase may
be necessary after two to four weeks of
regular exercise. Never exceed your target
heart rate zone.

Increase the speed and/or incline on the
treadmill to raise your heart rate to the level
recommended by your doctor. The incline
feature can be used to greatly increase the
workload without increasing speed. The
chart below indicates how much the effort
changes with each percent of grade at
popular speeds for a person weighing 155
pounds.

MMEETTSS

One MET is the amount
of energy your body
uses when you’re
resting. If a physical
activity has an equivalent
of 6 METS, its energy
demands are 6 times
that of your resting state.
The MET is a useful
measurement, because it
accounts for differences
in body weight.

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Sustained exercise conditions your heart,
lungs, and muscles. The longer you are able
to sustain exercise within your target heart
range, the greater the aerobic benefits.

• To begin, maintain two to three minutes of

steady, rhythmic exercise, then check your
heart rate.

• The initial goal for aerobic training is 12

continuous minutes.

• Increase your workout time approximately

one or two minutes per week until you are
able to maintain 20-30 continuous minutes
at your training heart rate.

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The F. I.T. formula and chart are designed to
help you begin a program tailored to your
needs. You may wish to keep an exercise log
to monitor your progress.

The F.I.T. Formula

2-24

MPH
Minutes
per mile

Grade %

0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16

2.0
30

METS

2.5

2.8

3.1

3.4

3.7

3.9

4.2

4.5

4.7

5.0

5.3

5.6

5.9

6.1

6.4

6.7

7.0

2.5
24

METS

2.9

3.3

3.6

3.9

4.3

4.7

5.0

5.3

5.7

6.0

6.4

6.7

7.1

7.4

7.7

8.1

8.4

3.0
20

METS

3.3

3.7

4.1

4.5

5.0

5.4

5.8

6.2

6.6

7.1

7.5

7.9

8.3

8.7

9.1

9.5

10.0

3.5
17

METS

3.7

4.2

4.7

5.1

5.6

6.1

6.6

7.1

7.6

8.0

8.5

9.0

9.5

10.0

10.5

10.9

11.4

4.0

METS

4.1

4.6

5.2

5.7

6.3

6.8

7.4

7.9

8.5

9.0

9.6

10.1

10.7

11.2

11.8

12.3

12.9

15

The F.I.T. Formula

2-25

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If you cannot sustain 12 continuous minutes in
your target heart rate zone, exercise several
times a day to get into the habit of exercise.

Try to reach and maintain 60-65 percent of
your maximum heart rate. Alternate exercise
with periods of rest until you can sustain 12
continuous minutes of exercise at 60-65 percent
of your maximum heart rate.

Begin exercising in three to five minute sessions.

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If you can sustain 12 but not 20 continuous
minutes of exercise in your target heart rate zone:

••

Exercise three to five days a week.
Rest at least two days per week.

••

Try to reach and maintain 60-75 percent of
your maximum heart rate with moderate
rhythmic exercise.

••

Begin with 12 continuous minutes.
Increase your time by one to two minutes
per week until you can sustain 20
continuous minutes.

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If you can sustain 20 continuous minutes in
your target heart rate zone, begin to increase
the length and intensity of your workout:

••

Exercise four to six days a week or on
alternate days.

••

Try to reach and maintain 70-85 percent of
your maximum heart rate with moderate to
somewhat hard exercise.

••

Exercise for 20-30 minutes.

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Consistent aerobic exercise will help you
change your body composition by lowering
your percentage of body fat. If weight loss is
a goal, combine an increase in the length of
your workouts with a moderate decrease in
caloric intake. For weight control, how long
and how often you exercise is more important
than how hard you exercise.

••

Exercise four to five times a week.

••

Try to reach and maintain 60-75 percent of
your maximum heart rate with moderate
exercise.

••

Exercise for 30-45 minutes at 60-65
percent of your target heart rate.

Here are some tips to achieving your weight
management goal:

••

Consume most of your dietary calories at
breakfast and lunch, and eat a light dinner.
Do not eat close to bedtime.

••

Exercise before meals. Moderate exercise
will help suppress your appetite.

••

Take exercise breaks throughout the day to
help increase metabolism (calorie
expenditure).

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When you are training to improve strength
and performance:

••

Exercise four to five days a week.

••

Alternate exercise days and intervals of
hard to very hard exercise with easy to
moderate exercise.

••

Exercise for 30 minutes or longer.

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BEGINNING
EXERCISE
PROGRAM

ESTABLISHING
AEROBIC
FITNESS

MAINTAINING
AEROBIC
FITNESS

FREQUENCY

2-3 times/week

3-4 days/week

4-6 days/week

INTENSITY

60-65% of MHR*

60-75% of MHR*

70-85% of MHR*

TIME

3-5 minutes

12-20 minutes

20-30 minutes

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*MHR = maximum heart rate

Care & Maintenance

3-1

Your TRUE treadmill is constructed of quality
materials and manufactured to provide many
years of faithful service. Simple routine
cleaning and a preventive maintenance
program will extend the life of your treadmill.

NNOOTTEE::

To prevent electrical shock, be certain
the treadmill is turned off and unplugged from
the electrical outlet before performing any
cleaning or routine maintenance.

TTRREEAADDBBEELLTT AANNDD
RRUUNNNNIINNGG DDEECCKK LLUUBBRRIICCAATTIIOONN::
For maximum treadmill life, True Treadmills are
designed to require a routine lubrication as
part of a general maintenance for the
machine. This simple maintenance procedure
will prevent premature wear of the treadbelt,
running deck and drive motor system.
Lubrication is a necessary maintenance
procedure, and failure to lubricate can result
in a voided warranty, please follow the
recommended lubrication schedule as
closely as possible.

UUSSAAGGEE LLUUBBRRIICCAATTIIOONN
1-4 mph once per year
4-7 mph every 6 months
7 mph and above every 3 months

This schedule is the recommended application
for a single user, up to 30 minutes per use on a
daily basis . If there is more than one user
regularly using the treadmill, please contact
True Fitness for the recommended lubrication
schedule.

AAPPPPLLIICCAATTIIOONN OOFF LLUUBBRRIICCAANNTT::
The best time to apply lubricant is
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after a workout. The deck will

take the lubricant best when it is warm.

1. If not immediately after a workout, walk on

the treadmill for 2-3 minutes at 3-4 mph.

2. Turn off the power and disconnect the

treadmill from the electrical outlet.

3. Lift the treadbelt edge near the front 1/3 of

belt. Apply 1/4 tsp. of lubricant from both
sides of the unit as close to center of the
running deck as possible.

4. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet.

5. Immediately after applying the lubricant
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on the treadmill for 3-4 minutes at

1 mph. You must

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on all areas of
treadbelt to ensure the lubricant is evenly
distributed.

Your TRUE dealer can provide lubricant and
additional instructions, or you may call

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Perspiration should be
wiped from the control console and treadmill
surfaces after your workout.

CCLLEEAANNIINNGG WWEEEEKKLLYY::

You should wipe
down your treadmill once a week with a water
dampened, soft cloth. Be careful not to get
excessive moisture between the edge of the
digital display panel and the console, as this
might create an electrical hazard or cause the
electronics to fail.

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Clean dust and dirt that might
accumulate under and behind your treadmill
once a month. Small rubber particles from
the soles of walking shoes will accumulate
alongside the belt and also behind the unit.

Expert service and maintenance at a reasonable
cost are available through your factory-trained,
authorized TRUE dealer. The dealer maintains a
stock of repair and replacement parts and has
the technical knowledge to meet your service
needs.

Troubleshooting Guide

3-2

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Circuit breaker on treadmill A. Damaged motor Service required
trips when the power cord is
plugged into wall B. Damage of defective motor Service required

power supply board
Circuit breaker on treadmill
trips when inputting speed and C. Damaged motor control circuit Service required
starting board

D. Restricted belt or flywheel Check and remove obstruction or

call dealer

E. Treadbelt over tensioned See Adjustments Page 1-5

Computer display LED’s do not A. No power to treadmill Restore power at electrical outlet
illuminate or reset circuit breaker if in off position

B. Circuit breaker trip Reset Circuit breaker

C. Pedestal to frame electrical Service required

connector not connected or

completely connected

Incline Motor and tread motor A. Pedestal to frame electrical Service required
will not turn on* connector not connected or

completely connected

Incline motor does not operate A. Incomplete wire harness connection Service required
but the treadbelt moves*

Scrambled digits on computer LED’s A. Damaged E-Prom Service required

B. Damaged computer board Service required

Squeaking noise from motor A. Poly V-belt slipping Service required
while using the treadmill

B. Motor brush noise excessive Service required

Treadbelt tracks left to right A. Uneven floor Move treadmill to even surface

B. Rear roller not adjusted for Refer to Owner’s Manual to adjust

sloped floor belt

Treadmill trips household or A. Defective breaker Replace breaker
institutional circuit breaker

B. Circuit too small Use 20 amp circuit

C. Circuit over-loaded Remove the other electrical

appliances on same circuit

Treadbelt feels unsmooth, jerks A. Object between belt and deck Remove object between belt and deck
intermittently

B. Object under belt Remove object from under belt

C. Loose tread motor drive-belt Service required

D. loose treadbelt tension Refer to Owner’s Manual

Diagnostics

3-3

YOUR TRUE TREADMILL IS EQUIPPED WITH BUILT IN

DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND MAINTENANCE REMINDERS

The following error messages will be displayed as they occur. Every time these messages are
displayed, an audible will sound twice.

EE11::IINNCCLLIINNEE

Incline moving when not commanded to.

EE11::MMIINNIIMMUUMM

Minimum incline calibrating error. Error cleared by calibrating
incline.

EE11::RRAANNGGEE

Difference between zero position and maximum incline not sufficient.

EE11::SSTTAALLLL

Incline not moving when commanded to.

EE22::OOVVEERRSSPPEEEEDD

This error occurs when an acceleration >2.1 mph occurs.
Error cleared by turning off power switch then turning it back on.

EE22::CCAALL

Feedback cannot reduce or increase speed to target.
Error cleared by calibrating.

EE33::EEEEPPRROOMM

This error occurs when a data error is detected on the
EEprom, replace the control panel.

EE55::SSEENNSSOORR

This message is displayed when there is no speed feedback.

The following service messages will be displayed as they occur, as well as for the subsequent
six safety key insertions. These messages will be displayed until a key is pressed. Every time
these messages are displayed, an audible will sound twice.

SS11::LLUUBBEE

This message is displayed when lubrication of the deck is
recommended.

SS22::CCLLEEAANN

This message is displayed every 500 miles. - Prompt to clean
treadmill.

SS33::MMOOTTOORR

This message is displayed every 2500 hours. - Prompt to check
motor brushes.

SS77::SSLLCCTT

S.O.F. T. select-(CI model only) this message is displayed when there
is a calibration error for CI S.O.F. T. select system. Error is cleared by
calibration of S.O.F. T. select system.

Performance Chart

4-1

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2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

NAME ______

TRUE FITNESS TECHNOLOGY, INC. P.O. BOX 8803, 865 HOFF ROAD, O’FALLON, MO 63366

INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE CHART

Photocopy this chart for repeated use and keep a weekly record of your performance progress.

DAT E

W

ORKOUT

TIME

DISTANCE

AVERAGE

SPEED

PROGRAM

LEVEL

GOAL

TARGET HEART

RATE

Performance Chart

4-2

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

NAME ______

TRUE FITNESS TECHNOLOGY, INC. P.O. BOX 8803, 865 HOFF ROAD, O’FALLON, MO 63366

INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE CHART

Photocopy this chart for repeated use and keep a weekly record of your performance progress.

DAT E

W

ORKOUT

TIME

DISTANCE

AVERAGE

SPEED

PROGRAM

LEVEL

GOAL

TARGET HEART

RATE

The engineering and design of True Treadmills
is the result of consultation with medical
professionals in the cardiac rehabilitation and
orthopedic sectors.

Our service and support personnel work in
unison with our extensive factory trained dealer
network to provide fast, friendly and
knowledgeable response to customer needs.

If you have any questions or comments,
please call us toll free at 1-800-426-6570

The industry’s most modern treadmill
manufacturing facility located just
outside St. Louis, Missouri. Over
131,000 square feet is dedicated to
treadmill research, design and
manufacturing.

®®

®®

Founded 1981

P.O. Box 8803, 865 Hoff Road

O’Fallon, MO 63366

1-800-426-6570

www.truefitness.com

® 1998 TRUE FITNESS TECHNOLOGY, INC.

True is a registered trademark of

TRUE FITNESS

Specifications subject to change

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