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TREADMILL EXERCISER Model No. 831.24745.1 Serial No. User’s Manual Serial Number Decal • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Part List and Drawing CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manual for future reference.
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the following important precautions and information before operating the treadmill. Sears assumes no re- sponsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
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(See the drawing on page 5 for the location of the circuit breaker.) 21. Do not attempt to raise, lower, or move the treadmill until it is properly assembled.
4663).To help us assist you, please note the product model number and serial number before calling. The model number of the treadmill is 831.24745.1. The ser- ial number can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill (see the front cover of this manual for the lo- cation).
This is a normal con- dition and does not affect treadmill performance. 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.
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Nut; the Wheel must turn freely. Discard the shipping bracket. 4. With the help of a second person, carefully tip the treadmill down so that the Base (80) is flat on the floor. Identify the Right Upright (72) and the Right Upright Spacer (74), which are marked with stickers.
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5. Hold a Bolt Spacer (3) inside the lower end of the Right Upright (72). Insert a 3/8" x 4" Bolt (6) with a 3/8" Star Washer (9) into the Right Upright and the Bolt Spacer. Repeat this step with a sec- ond Bolt Spacer (3), 3/8"...
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8. Insert the Book Rack (84) into the console as- sembly; it may be helpful to rock the Book Rack up and down as you insert it. Attach the Book Rack with five 3/4" Screws (10); start all five Screws and then tighten them. See step 6.
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THE TREADMILL FOR USE on page 18). 12. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. If there are sheets of clear plastic on the treadmill decals, remove the plastic. To protect the floor or carpet, place a mat under the tread- mill.
Failure to use a properly functioning surge suppressor could result in damage to the control system of the treadmill. If the control system is damaged, the walking belt may change speed, accelerate, or stop unexpect- edly, which may result in a fall and serious injury.
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In addition, the console offers twelve preset workouts. Each workout automatically controls the speed and in- cline of the treadmill as it guides you through an effec- tive exercise session. To use the manual mode of the console, follow the steps beginning on page 13.
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THE INFORMATION MODE on page 17 to turn off the demo mode. Next, stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip attached to the key (see the drawing on page 12) and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothes.
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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 into the storage po- sition or the treadmill will become damaged.
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If the speed and/or incline of the treadmill is about to change, the Speed dis- play and/or the Distance/Incline display will flash to alert you.
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5. Monitor your progress with the matrix and the displays. See step 5 on pages 13 and 14. 6. Measure your heart rate if desired. See step 6 on page 14. 7. When you are finished exercising, remove the key from the console. See step 7 on page 14.
Note: The console features a display demo mode, de- signed to be used if the treadmill is displayed in a store. While the demo mode is turned on, the console will function normally when you plug in the power cord, switch the circuit breaker to the reset position, and in- sert the key into the console.
HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your left hand. Pull the latch knob to the left and hold it. It may be nec- essary to push the frame forward as you pull the knob to the left. Pivot the frame downward and release the latch knob.
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 11). Use only a single-outlet surge suppres- sor that meets all of the specifications described on page 11. Important: The treadmill is not com- patible with GFCI-equipped outlets.
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PROBLEM: The console displays remain lit when you remove the key from the console SOLUTION: a. The console features a display demo mode, designed to be used if the treadmill is displayed in a store. If the displays remain lit when you remove the key, the demo mode is turned on. To turn off the demo mode, hold down the Stop button for a few seconds.
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2 to 3 in. (5 to 8 cm) off the walking platform. Be careful to keep the walking belt centered. Then, plug in the power cord, insert the key, and carefully walk on the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is prop- erly tightened.
For maximum fat burning, adjust the speed and 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.”...
PART LIST—Model No. 831.24745.1 To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING on pages 24 to 27. Key No. Qty. Description 1/2" Screw 3/4" Tek Screw Bolt Spacer 3/8" x 2" Bolt 5/16" x 1" Bolt 3/8" x 4" Bolt 5/16"...
® Marca Registrada / ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY If this Sears Treadmill Exerciser fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within 1 year of the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME pair proves impossible). The incline motor is warranted for 1 year from the date of purchase; the drive motor is warranted for 25 years from the date of purchase.