Getting Started; Before You Start - Bowflex TREADCLIMBER 1000 Owner's Manual

Read and follow the Safety Precautions on pages 3 & 4. Make sure that any other machine users review the same
Safety Precautions and that the manual is available to them.

Before You Start

1. Make sure you have verified or calibrated your machine as outlined in Step 19 of the Assembly Manual or page 28 of
this manual before using your Bowflex
2. Determine your workout mode (treadmill, stair-stepper or TreadClimber
Note: If you are working out in treadmill mode, you must lock the treadles by following the locking procedure in the
Locking the Treadles section in this manual.
3. Follow the procedure in the Adjusting Workout Level Settings section on Page 10 to adjust the workout level settings
on the Hydraulic Cylinders.
Do not stand on the machine while adjusting hydraulic resistance settings.
4. If you are using the Heart Rate Monitor, follow the heart rate transmitter chest-strap directions thoroughly, in the
Remote Heart Module section in this manual.
5. Plug the power cord into the base of the machine and into a grounded AC wall outlet. Always plug into the machine
before plugging into the wall outlet.
Main Power Switch "Off"
Note: The TreadClimber
6. Main Power Switch.
• Power is switched on using the Main Power Switch near the incoming power cord plug.
• Power is supplied to the motor and console only when the unit is plugged in and the Main Power Switch is
turned on.
Note: The console will not light up until you insert the Safety Key and turn on the console by pressing the POWER Button.
• Position the power cord along the side of the TreadClimber
you dismount the machine. Be careful when securing the power plug to prevent stepping on it. Always check the
placement of the cord and plug before beginning your workout.
7. Straddle the belts and stand on the Side Foot Support Platforms. Insert the Safety Key into the
Safety Keyhole and clip the Safety Key cord to your clothing.
• The console will NOT power up if the Safety Key is not properly inserted into the Safety
Keyhole.
• In the event of an emergency, you may need to pull the Safety Key out while the
TreadClimber
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and the belts will stop quickly (brace yourself—this is an abrupt stop).
• You should always wear the Safety Key clip attached to your clothing during workouts to be
prepared to stop the belts quickly, if ever necessary.
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Owner's Manual

Getting Started

TreadClimber
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machine may be equipped with an external circuit breaker.
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machine is in motion. Be aware that this will cut all power to the console
exercise machine for the first time.
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mode).
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Main Power Switch "On"
machine, making sure that it is out of your way when
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Safety Key and Cord