ProForm 530 User Manual

ProForm 530 User Manual

Heart rate control treadmill
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  • Page 1 1-800-999-3756 Mon.–Fri., 6 a.m.–6 p.m. MST CAUTION Visit our website at Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using www.proform.com this equipment. Save this man- new products, prizes, ual for future reference. fitness tips, and much more!
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL ........
  • Page 3: Important Precautions

    10. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 10. To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local PROFORM dealer or call 1-800-806- 3651 and order part number 146148. 11. Failure to use a properly functioning surge suppressor could result in damage to the con- trol system of the treadmill.
  • Page 4 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The decals shown below have been placed on your treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not legible, please call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-800-999-3756 and order a free replacement decal.
  • Page 5: Before You Begin

    BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for purchasing the PROFORM treadmill. The 530 treadmill offers an impressive array of features to help you achieve your fitness goals in the convenience of your home. From the advanced console to the cushioned walking platform, the 530 treadmill is designed to make each workout more ef- fective and enjoyable.
  • Page 6: Assembly

    During shipping, a small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This is a normal condition and does not affect treadmill perfor- mance. If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt, simply wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.
  • Page 7 2. Press the two Base Endcaps (99) (only one is shown) into the Base (109). Make sure that the angle of each Base Endcap matches the angle of the Base, as shown in the inset drawing. Attach two Base Pads (100) (only one is shown) to the bottom of the Base (109) near the two Endcaps (99) with four 3/4”...
  • Page 8 5. Turn the Console (88) upside-down; be careful not to scratch the Console. Remove the bands and the Console Back (95) (see drawing 6) from the Console. If the four Pulse Bar Screws (68) (only two are shown) are in the Console Frame (7), remove them.
  • Page 9 Keep the included allen wrenches in a secure place. The large allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt (see page 27). To protect the floor or carpet, place a mat under the treadmill. If there is a sheet of clear plastic on a decal, remove the plastic.
  • Page 10: Treadmill Operation

    (see drawing 1 at the right). To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local PROFORM dealer or call 1-800-806-3651 and order part number 146148. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge sup- pressor (TVSS).
  • Page 11 Two heart rate programs are also offered. Each program automatically adjusts the speed and in- cline of the treadmill to keep your heart rate near a tar- get heart rate while you exercise. The console also features iFIT.com interactive technol- ogy.
  • Page 12 Stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip attached to the key (see the drawing on page 11) and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothes.
  • Page 13 Step onto the foot rails, press the Stop button, and adjust the incline of the treadmill to the lowest setting. The incline must be at the lowest setting when the treadmill is folded to the storage posi- tion or the treadmill will be damaged.
  • Page 14 If the speed and/or in- cline of the treadmill is about to change, the Speed display and/or the Distance/Incline display will flash to alert you. When the first segment ends, all speed settings will move one column to the left.
  • Page 15 When the program ends, make sure that the in- cline of the treadmill is at the lowest setting. Next, remove the key from the console and put it in a secure place. Note: If the displays and various indicators on the console remain lit after the key is removed, the console is in the “demo”...
  • Page 16 HOW TO USE HEART RATE PROGRAMS CAUTION: If you have heart prob- lems, or if you are over 60 years of age and have been inactive, do not use the heart rate programs. If you are taking medication regu- larly, consult your physician to find whether the medication will affect your exercise heart rate.
  • Page 17 If your heart rate is too far below or above the target heart rate, the speed of the treadmill will automatically increase or decrease to bring your heart rate closer to the target heart rate. If the...
  • Page 18 B. A. Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord. Plug the other end of the cable into the LINE OUT jack on your CD player.
  • Page 19 B. A. Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord. Plug the other end of the cable into the included adapter. Plug the adapter into the LINE OUT jack on your stereo.
  • Page 20 CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO on page 19. A. Plug one end of the audio cable into the jack on the front of the treadmill near the power cord. Plug the other end of the cable into the included adapter. Plug the adapter into the AUDIO OUT jack on your VCR.
  • Page 21 Stop button or remove the key and go to step 1 on page 20. Note: If the speed or incline of the treadmill does not change when a “chirp” is heard: • Make sure that the iFIT.com indicator is lit and that the Time/Pace display is not flashing.
  • Page 22 HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM OUR WEB SITE To use programs from our Web site, the treadmill must be connected to your home computer. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 19. In addi- tion, you must have an internet connection and an in- ternet service provider.
  • Page 23 If a “d” appears in the display, the console is in the “demo” mode. This mode is intended to be used only when a treadmill is displayed in a store. When the console is in the demo mode, the power cord can be...
  • Page 24: How To Fold And Move The Treadmill

    CAUTION: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1. Hold the treadmill in the locations shown at the right. To decrease the possibility of injury, bend your legs and keep your back straight.
  • Page 25 HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the treadmill frame firmly with your left hand. Pull the latch knob to the right. Pivot the treadmill down until the pin on the latch knob is below the handgrip. Slowly re- lease the latch knob.
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    SOLUTION: a. Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a surge suppressor, and that the surge suppressor is plugged into a properly grounded outlet (see page 10). Use only a single-outlet surge suppres- sor that meets all of the specifications described on page 10. Important: The treadmill is not com- patible with GFCI-equipped outlets.
  • Page 27 Retighten the Screw. Reattach the Hood. Make sure the Screws are return to the correct holes (see step A). Run on the treadmill for a few minutes to check for a correct speed reading. PROBLEM: The walking belt slows when walked on SOLUTION: a.
  • Page 28: Exercise Guidelines

    For maximum fat burning, adjust the speed or incline of the treadmill until your heart rate is near the middle number in your training zone. Aerobic Exercise If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular sys- tem, your exercise must be “aerobic.”...
  • Page 29 SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1. Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible.
  • Page 30: Part List

    PART LIST—Model No. PFTL51232 To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING attached in the center of this manual. Key No. Qty. Description Foot Rail Cover Foot Rail Left Front Endcap Belt Guide Belt Guide Screw 3/4” Screw Console Frame Cage Nut Incline Wire...
  • Page 31 Key No. Qty. Description Base Pad Clevis Pin Hairpin Cotter Photo Switch Bolt Decal Plate Outlet Plate Wheel Housing Wheel Bolt Wheel Upright Pulse Bar Incline Motor Bolt 4” Bolt Cap Decal 1/2” Ground Screw 5/32” Allen Wrench iFIT.com Cable Motor Bracket Optic Disk Front Roller Adj.
  • Page 32 EXPLODED DRAWING—Model No. PFTL51232 R1203A...
  • Page 33 EXPLODED DRAWING—Model No. PFTL51232 R1203A...
  • Page 34: How To Order Replacement Parts

    • The MODEL NUMBER of the product (PFTL51232) • The NAME of the product (PROFORM • The SERIAL NUMBER of the product (see the front cover of this manual) • The KEY NUMBER and DESCRIPTION of the part(s) (see the PART LIST on pages 30 and 31) ICON Health &...

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