Horizon Fitness T51 User Manual

Horizon Fitness T51 User Manual

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  • Page 1 HZ SERIES Treadmill User’s Guide...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TREADMILL OPERATION ........
  • Page 3: Important Precautions

    Read all instructions before using this treadmill. When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this treadmill. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions.
  • Page 4 • Keep children under the age of 12 and pets at least 10 feet away from the treadmill at all times. • The treadmills should not be used by persons weighing more than 250 pounds (T51), 275 pounds (T52), 300 pounds (T53) and 325 pounds (T54 •...
  • Page 5: Assembly

    There should be no side-to-side play in the console masts or any forward and back play in the console assembly or handlebars. If there is any play in these areas, the treadmill has not been prop- erly assembled. To prevent damage to the treadmill, the assembly instructions must be reviewed and corrective actions should be taken.
  • Page 6 • 5mm Allen Wrench/Phillips Screw Driver • 8mm Allen Wrench or 6mm Allen Wrench PARTS • 1 Safety Key • 1 Console Assembly (located under treadmill deck) • 1 Power Cord • 1 Hardware Pack (contents listed) 45mm Bolt (A) Qty: 2 If you have questions, or if there are any missing parts, we will guarantee complete satisfaction.
  • Page 7: Assembly Step

    4. Cut and remove the banding strap. Assembly Step 2 1. Lift the running deck until lock latch is fully engaged. 2. Remove console assembly from treadmill car- ton and place out of the way. 3. Lower the treadmill running deck from the folded position.
  • Page 8 Assembly Step 3 Assembly Step 4 FINISH 1. Place console assembly into its correct position. 2. Place Lock Washer (E) and bolt (D) into left upright support and tighten. 3. Place Arc Washer (F) and bolt (D) into left upright support and tighten. 4.
  • Page 9: Before You Begin

    DO NOT STAND ON THE BELT While you are preparing to use the treadmill, do not stand on the belt. Place your feet on the side rails before starting the treadmill. Start walking on the belt only after the belt has begun to move. Never start the treadmill at a fast running speed and attempt to jump on! on choosing your treadmill.
  • Page 10 SAFETY KEY Your treadmill will not start unless the safety key is placed in position. Attach the clip end securely to your clothing. This safety key is designed to cut the power to the treadmill if you should fall. NEVER USE THE TREADMILL WITHOUT SECURING THE SAFETY KEY CLIP TO YOUR CLOTHING.
  • Page 11 To eliminate this slipping, turn the treadmill off and tension both the rear roller bolts with the appropriate size allen wrench, turning it 1/4 TURN to the right as shown. Turn the treadmill on and check for slipping. Repeat if necessary, but NEVER TURN the roller bolts more than 1/4 turn at a time.
  • Page 12 Note: There is a thin protective sheet of clear plastic on the overlay of the console and should be removed. A. MONITOR DISPLAY: Speed, Time, Pulse, Distance, Incline, Calories and Program Profiles. B. STOP: Press to pause/end your workout. Hold for 3 seconds to reset the treadmill. C. START: Simply press to begin exercising or starts your program.
  • Page 13 MONITOR DISPLAY SPEED Indicates how fast your walking or running surface is moving. TIME Shown as Minutes:Seconds. View the time remaining or the time elapsed in your workout. PULSE Shown as Beats Per Minute. Used to monior your heart rate (displayed when contact is made with both pulse grips or wireless chest is used - included with select models only).
  • Page 14 30 seconds and then reset. PROGRAMS MANUAL Allows ‘On The Fly’ manual speed and incline changes. Time-based goal (T51, T52, T53, & T54 INTERVALS Walk or run a series of alternating paced levels. Time-based goal with 10 difficulty levels to choose from (T51, T52, T53, &...
  • Page 15 ROLLING - Motivates with different combinations of speed. Time-based goal with 10 difficulty levels to choose from (T53 & T54 Warm-up Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Level 7 Level 8 Level 9 Level 10 3.3 (warm-up and cool-down last 5:00 minutes each and are included in program times) WEIGHT LOSS - Challenges with various combinations of hills and valleys.
  • Page 16 GOLF COURSE - Simulates various inclines and yardages for holes on a golf course, with 4 tee-off boxes and 9 or 18 holes to choose from. Distance-based goal (T52, T53 & T54 hole hole Elevation 0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 2.5 1.0 2.0 2.5 1.5 Red tee 9 holes Distance 309 359 283 256 113 387 91 351 333...
  • Page 17 THR ZONE 1 & 2 Automatically adjusts incline to maintain your target heart rate. Perfect for simulating the intensity of your favorite sport or everyday activity. Time-based goal (T54 models only - requires wireless trans- mitter). 1. Once the THR ZONE 1 or 2 program has been chosen, press SELECT. 2.
  • Page 18 USER 1 & 2 Lets you create and reuse a perfect workout for you with specific speed, incline and time combination. The ultimate in personal programming. Time-based goal (T52, T53 & T54 models only). 1. Once the USER 1 or 2 program has been chosen, press SELECT. 2.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    WHEN SHOULD I BE WORRIED ABOUT A NOISE? As long as the sounds your treadmill makes are no louder that a normal conversational tone of voice, it is considered normal noise.
  • Page 20 TROUBLESHOOTING - TREADMILLS PROBLEM: The running belt does not stay centered during a workout. SOLUTION: Verify that the treadmill is on a level surface. Verify that the belt is properly tightened and centered (Refer to the ADJUSTMENT section). TROUBLESHOOTING - HEART RATE Check your exercise environment for sources of interference such as fluorescent lights, computers, or appliances containing large motors.
  • Page 21 • Inspect the power cord. If the power cord is damaged, contact Horizon Fitness. • Make sure the power cord is not underneath the treadmill or in any other area where it can become pinched or cut.
  • Page 22: Conditioning Guidelines

    HOW HARD? How hard you workout is also determined by your goals. If you use your treadmill to prepare for a 5K run, you will probably work out at a higher intensity than if your goal is general fitness. Regardless of your long term goals, always begin an exercise program at low intensity.
  • Page 23 TARGET ZONE HEART RATE CHART Your Target Zone is a percentage of your maximum heart rate. Target Zone will vary for each individual, depending on age, current level of conditioning, and personal fitness goals. The American Heart Association recommends working-out at a Target Heart Rate Zone of between 60% and 75% of your maximum heart rate.
  • Page 24 DEVELOPING A FITNESS PROGRAM STRETCH FIRST Before using your product, it is best to take a few minutes doing a few gentle stretching exercises. Stretching prior to exercise will improve flexibility and reduce chances of exercise related injury. Ease into each of these stretches with a slow gentle motion. Do not stretch to the point of pain. Make sure not to bounce while doing these stretches.
  • Page 25 An important step in developing a long term fitness program is to determine your goals. Is your primary goal for exercising on your treadmill to lose weight? Improve muscle? Burn stress? Prepare for the spring racing schedule? Knowing what your goals are will help you develop a more successful exercise program.
  • Page 26 Weekly Log Sheets...
  • Page 27 Weekly Log Sheets...
  • Page 28 Monthly Log Sheets...
  • Page 29: Limited Warranty

    LABOR • 1 YEAR Horizon Fitness shall cover the labor cost for the repair of the device for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase, so long as the device remains in the possession of the original owner.
  • Page 30 HORIZON FITNESS 800 BURTON BOULEVARD DEFOREST, WISCONSIN 53532 phone 1.888.993.3199 FAX 1.608.842.1660 www.horizonfitness.com HZ-Series. Rev. 1.0...

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