True Fitness 500, 550, 450 User Manual

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OWNERS MANUAL

450 SERIES

500 SERIES

550 SERIES

RESIDENTIAL TREADMILL

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

Thank You

For Selecting

A True

Treadmill

“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 Intelligent Engineering for a long life...yours!

SERIAL NUMBER

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

NOTE: The serial number must remain intact for the warranty to remain valid. Please check your serial # ID to verify it has not been tampered with, removed or altered.

THE 450/500/550 MODEL TREADMILLS ARE FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY.

Table Of Contents		1-1
SECTION 1
SAFETY TIPS		1-2
BASICS		1-3
ASSEMBLY		1-4
BELT ADJUSTMENTS		1-4
TREADBELT TENSION		1-5
SAFETY FEATURES		1-5
SECTION 2
450/500 HRC CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTIONS/FUNCTIONS		2-1
550 HRC CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTIONS/FUNCTIONS		2-2
550/500 CI (CARDIOINTERACTIVE) CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTIONS/FUNCTIONS		2-3
S.O.F.T. SELECT AND EXPRESS COMMAND KEYS		2-4
QUICK REFERENCE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - 450, 500, 550 P MODELS		2-5
QUICK REFERENCE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WITH EXPRESS KEYS - 450, 500, 550 HRC, CI MODELS		2-6
MANUAL PROGRAM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - 450, 500, 550 ALL MODELS		2-7
PRE PROGRAM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - 450, 500, 550 P, HRC MODELS		2-8
PRE-PROGRAM PROFILES		2-9
USER PROGRAM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS		2-9
CARDIOINTERACTIVE AND HEART RATE CONTROL INTRODUCTION - HRC, CI MODELS		2-10
TRUE HEART RATE CONTROL (HRC) HOW IT WORKS AND ULTRACOACH		2-11
CARDIOINTERACTIVE AND HRC TARGET OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS	2-12, 13, 14, 15
CRUISE CONTROL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - HRC, CI MODELS		2-16
CARDIOACTIVE HRC INTERVAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - HRC, CI MODELS	2-17, 18, 19
HEART RATE CONTROL IMPORTANT POINTS		2-20
PRE-PROGRAM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WITH EXPRESS KEYS - HRC, CI MODELS		2-21
TARGET HEART RATE CHART		2-22
THE F.I.T. FORMULA	2-23, 24, 25
SECTION 3
CARE AND MAINTENANCE		3-1
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE		3-2
DIAGNOSTICS		3-3

SECTION 4

INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE CHART

4-1, 2

1-2	Safety Tips

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:

1.Alwaysusethesafetykeyandattach 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.

Learning The Basics

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THE BASICS

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. (Seefigure1,page1-4)

The pedestal mounts on the top of the frame. It places the displays, information readout and touch keys within easy sight and reach.

(Seefigure1,page1-4)

SETTING UP YOUR	IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL
TREADMILL	REQUIREMENTS

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.

Your True treadmill requires a dedicated 110 VAC 15 amp grounded outlet circuit. WARNING: 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.

A GROUNDED OUTLET IS CRITICAL

FOR THE HRC SYSTEM TO FUNCTION

PROPERLY.

1-4		Assembly & Belt Adjustment
Fig. 1		Fig. 2 1	Fig. 3
	PEDESTAL

BASE

PARTS INCLUDED:

1 - ALLEN WRENCH

6 - SCREWS

6 - STAR WASHERS (LOCK WASHERS)

1 - OWNERS MANUAL

1 - WARRANTY CARD

1- HEART RATE TRANSMITTER WITH STRAP (HRC MODELS ONLY)

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.Removetheprotectivepackaging materials. NOTE: 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) NOTE: 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)

IMPORTANT: 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.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENT:

Your TRUE treadmill requires a dedicated 110 VAC 15 amp grounded outlet circuit. WARNING: 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. NOTE: 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:

PREFERRED METHOD

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

Treadbelt Tension & Safety Features

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NOTE: Your authorized True dealer may provide additional support.

ALTERNATIVE METHOD

1.Standbesidethetreadmill,insertthesafety key into the bottom of the control panel and follow operating 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.)

Figure 1

•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

PADDED HAND RAIL

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

ON/OFF SWITCH

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.

CIRCUIT BREAKER

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.

SAFETY KEY AND LANYARD

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. Storing the safety key in a secured location while your treadmill is not in use will prevent children and other unauthorized users from operating your treadmill.

REAR ROLLER SHIELDS

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

FULLY ENCLOSED MOTOR

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

LOW PROFILE FRAME

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

450/500 CONTROL PANEL

HRC MODEL SHOWN

WINDOWS

DISTANCE:	GRADE:	TIME:	DOT MATRIX
Indicates miles	Indicates incline	Indicates elasped	1.Instructsduring
traveled in .01 mile	in percent	time after pressing	setup.
increments up	of grade in .5%	start (0-99minutes	2. Provides updated
to 9.99, and .1 mile	increments	and 59 seconds).	information on progress
increments past		Can also be set to	during workout.
10 miles. Can also		countdown, (See
be set to countdown		countdown page 2-7)
(See countdown on
page 2-7)

SPEED:

Indicates mph in .1 increments

PACE:

Indicates amount of time required to complete 1 mile at that current speed

CALORIES:	METS:
Indicates estimated	One MET is the
calories burned.	amount of energy
Based on weight,	your body uses at
speed, grade and	rest. If a physical
time	activity has an
	equivalent of six METS,
	its energy demands
	are six times that of
	your resting state

UP/DOWN:

Adjusts the grade at any time during your

KEYS workout. Sets distance to countdown. Also used

to scroll through programs

START/reset:

Starts the treadbelt in motion. Also resets distance, time, calories when held for

3 seconds.

STOP/PAUSE: Stops the treadmill at any point in your workout. Information will be retained unless the safety key is removed or key is held for 5 seconds (Resets to 0)

SLOW/FAST:

Used to adjust speed in .1 mph increments, to enter weight, other

workout parameters, and to set time to countdown

SELECT/enter:

EXPRESS KEYS: (Not available on

450P, 500, 500P models)

Access your favorite workouts.Choose from target HRC workout, pre-programs and custom programs.

Used to enter your weight. Also for viewing dual function windows of speed/pace

and calories/metabolic rate

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Functions Panel Control

550 CONTROL PANEL

HRC MODEL SHOWN

WINDOWS

DISTANCE:	GRADE:	TIME:
Indicates miles	Indicates incline	Indicates elasped
traveled in .01 mile	in percent	time after pressing
increments up	of grade in .5%	start (0-99minutes
to 9.99, and .1 mile	increments	and 59 seconds).
increments past		Can also be set to
10 miles. Can also		countdown, (See
be set to countdown		countdown page
(See countdown on		2-7)
page 2-7)

MESSAGE

CENTER/ DOT MATRIX

1.Instructsduringsetup. 2. Provides updated information on progress during workout

SPEED:

Indicates mph in .1 increments

PACE:

Indicates amount of time required to complete 1 mile at that speed

CALORIES:	METS:
Indicates estimated	One MET is the
accumulated calories	amount of energy
burned.	your body uses at
Based on weight,	rest. If a physical
speed, grade and	activity has an
time	equivalent of six METS,
	its energy demands
	are six times that of
	your resting state

KEYS

START/reset:

Starts the treadbelt in motion. Also resets distance, time, calories and metabolic rate when held for 3 seconds

UP/DOWN:

Adjusts the grade at any time during your workout. Setsdistance to countdown, also scroll through programs.

STOP/PAUSE:	SLOW/FAST:
Stops the treadmill	Used to adjust speed
at any point in your	in .1 mph increments, enter
workout. Information	weight, and other workout
will be retained unless	parameters, and to set
the safety key is	time to countdown

removed or key is held
for 5 seconds	SELECT/enter:
(resets to 0)	Used to enter your weight.
	Used to enter your weight.
	Also for viewing dual function
	windows of speed/pace
	and calories/metabolic rate

EXPRESS KEYS:

Access your favorite workouts. Choose from target HRC workout, cruise control HRC, interval HRC workouts, or pre-programs and custom programs.

Functions Panel Control

2-2

2-3	Control Panel Functions

500/550 CI (CARDIOINTERACTIVE) CONTROL PANEL

shock absorbing system.

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

2-4

THE TRUE S.O.F.T. SYSTEM IS A DIFFERENCE YOU CAN FEEL.

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.

• Adjustment of S.O.F.T. Select: Press and hold either or .

•To review your S.O.F.T. Select Setting: Quickly press either or .

NOTE: Movement of S.O.F.T. Select motor does not occur until is pressed.

ADJUST THE FEEL WITH S.O.F.T. SELECT.

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.

MANUAL ADJUSTMENT

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

MESSAGE CENTER

ACCESS YOUR FAVORITE WORKOUT WITH EXPRESS KEYS ON HRC MODELS.

450/500 MODEL

500CI/550 MODEL

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

ELECTRONIC ADJUSTMENT (500/550 CI) You electronically adjust the settings on the 500/550 CI models on the control panel. The displaywillindicatethelevelfrom1-12.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.

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.

550P MODEL

NOTE: 450/500 model does not include interval HRC.

2-5	Quick Reference Operating Instructions

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

QUICK START:

(Manual Workout Only)

Press