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Mon.–Fri., 6 a.m.–6 p.m. MST CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manual for future reference. USER'S MANUAL Patent Pending Visit our website at www.proform.com new products, prizes, fitness tips, and much more! ®...
450 joules. The surge suppressor must be electrically rated for 120 volts AC and 15 amps. To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local PROFORM dealer or call 1-800-999- 3756 and order part number 146148. 12. Keep the power cord and the surge suppres- sor away from heated surfaces.
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14. Never start the treadmill while you are stand- ing on the walking belt. Always hold the handrails while using the treadmill. 15. Do not perform exercises with the hand weights at speeds faster than a walk. Using weights and not holding the handrails may compromise your ability to maintain your balance.
And when you’re not exer- cising, the PROFORM 525E can be folded up, re-quir- ing less than half the floor space of other treadmills. For your benefit, read this manual carefully before using the treadmill.
ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires the included allen wrench and your own phillips screwdriver ters , and a rubber mallet Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant.
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3. Attach the Weight Rack (90) to the Uprights (11) with the two Rack Washers (41) and Rack Bolts (89). Note: If nec- essary, spread the Uprights apart to align the holes in the Weight Rack with the holes in the Upright. Insert the Right Handrail (88) into the upper end of the right Upright (11), with the lower end of the Handrail on the side of the Extension Leg (34) as shown.
(see drawing 1 at the right). To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local PROFORM dealer or call toll-free 1-800-999-3756 and order part number 146148. Use only a single- outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge suppressor (TVSS).
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DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE Speed Control CAUTION: Before operating the console, read the following precautions. • Do not stand on the walking belt when turning on the power. • Always wear the clip (see the drawing above) while using the treadmill. When the key is re- moved from the console, the walking belt will stop.
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Insert the key fully into the power switch. Note: Inserting the key will not turn on the dis- plays. The displays will turn on when the ON/RESET button is pressed or when the walking belt is started. If you just installed batteries, the displays will already be on.
HOW TO USE THE HAND WEIGHTS To exercise your upper body as you walk on the treadmill, hold the 1-pound weights at your sides or press the weights above your head. To increase the intensity of your exercise, use the 2-pound or 3-pound weights. The hand weights can be stored in the weight rack.
HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL Before moving the treadmill, convert the treadmill to the stor- age position as described above. Make sure that the stor- age latch is closed fully over the catch. 1. Hold the upper ends of the handrails. Place one foot on the base as shown.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, please call our Customer Service Department toll- free at 1-800-999-3756, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a.
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4. SYMPTOM: THE WALKING BELT SLOWS WHEN WALKED ON a. Use only a UL-listed surge suppressor, rated at 15 amps, with a 14-gauge cord of five feet or less in length. b. If the walking belt is overtightened, treadmill performance may decrease and the walking belt may be permanently damaged.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physician. This is especially important for in- dividuals over the age of 35 or individuals with pre-existing health problems. The pulse sensor is not a medical device. Various factors, including the user's move- ment, may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings.
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EXERCISE FREQUENCY To maintain or improve your condition, complete three workouts each week, with at least one day of rest be- SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is described below. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1. Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips.
• The KEY NUMBER and DESCRIPTION of the desired part(s) (see the PART LIST and the EXPLODED DRAW- ING in the center of this manual). PROFORM is a registered trademark of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc. ICON Health & Fitness, Inc. (ICON), warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and material, under normal use and service conditions, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of pur- chase.
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REMOVE THIS EXPLODED DRAWING AND PART LIST FROM THE MANUAL Save this EXPLODED DRAWING and PART LIST for future reference. Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. For information about ordering replacement parts, see the back cover of the User’s Manual.
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PART LIST—Model No. PFTL49101 Key No. Qty. Description Left Handrail Key/Clip Incline Leg Pivot Bolt Battery Cover Left Foot Rail Lift Motor Rear Roller Speed Potentiometer Speed Control Knob Console Assembly Upright Motor Belt 3/4” Screw Storage Latch Frame Spacer (Left) 8”...