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4009 Distribution Drive Suite 250 Garland, TX 75041 www.keysfitness.com CAUTION! Read all precautions and instructions in this manual before using this equipment. Model Name : 5500T/5500T-CE Serial Number : Write down for future reference 415-00017 09/05 Rev B Serial Number Decal Location...
Table of Contents Important Safety Information Before You Start Assembly Moving Instructions Power Requirements Console Panel Functions Program Operation Monitoring Your Heart Rate Warm Up Exercises Changing to MPH or KM Calibration Sequence Belt Adjustment Maintenance Instructions Error Messages Troubleshooting Parts List Exploded View Warranty Information...
12. Never operate the treadmill where oxygen is being administered, or where aerosol products are being used. 13. Never insert any object or body parts into any opening. 14. For safety and to prevent damage to your treadmill, no more than one person should use the treadmill at a time.
Do not stand on the walking belt while pressing the Power button or Start/Stop button. Always adjust the speed of the treadmill in small increments as this treadmill is capable of high speeds. If you are taking medication, consult your physician to see if the medication will affect your exercise heart rate.
Assembly The Keys 5500T Treadmill will require assembly before operating. After opening the box, remove any pack- ing material from the treadmill. Do not throw away any packing materials until the unit is working properly. Place the base on a clean, level surface. Make sure the electrical cord will easily reach an electrical outlet.
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Assembly Assembly requires the included allen wrench. Do not plug in the power cord until all assembly steps are completed. Figure 1 Step 1 Place the left and right uprights tube through the holes in the left and right fenders. Figure 2 Step 1 Slide the fenders up the upright...
Assembly Figure 3 Step 1 Connect the Console Harness coming from Left Upright to Cable Harness coming from Motor Cover. Step 2 Attach Left Upright and Right Upright to Base using Allen Bolts M8x15 (Qty. 8) and Washer 9x22x2 mm (Qty. 8). Do not tighten bolts. Figure 4 Step 1 Attach Console to Left and Right...
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Assembly Figure 5 Step 1 Connect the Console Harness (left side), Incline Harness (left side), EKG Harness (left and right side), and Speed Harness (right side) to Harness coming from Console. Step 2 Attach the Left Junction Box as shown. Step 3 Repeat for Right Junction Box.
Secure Right Fender using one Philip Screw ST4.2*13 and one Philip Screw M6*12. Step 3 Repeat for Left Fender. Congratulations!! You have completed the assembly of your new Keys 5500T Treadmill. Figure 7 Philip Screw ST4.2*13 Philip Screw ST4.2*13 Philip Screw M6*12...
Next, with a firm grasp on the handrail, care- fully tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on the wheels. Using extreme caution, move the treadmill to the desired location.
This treadmill can be seriously damaged by sudden voltage changes in your home’s electrical power. Voltage spikes, surges, and noise interference can result from weather conditions or from other appliances being turned on or off. To reduce the possibility of treadmill damage, always use a dedicated surge protector (not includ- ed) with your treadmill.
(1-10) and shows position with a blinking action. In Program mode, the treadmill will display the name of the program selected. This is shown on the left hand side of the window. In Manual mode, the LAP counter will appear in the top center of the window, count- ing each 1/4 mile lap in sequence of completion (1, 2, 3, etc.).
Program Operation QUICK START / MANUAL MODE 1. Plug into a surge protector outlet. Attach the Safety Key to the treadmill console. 2. Stand on the treadmill and straddle belt. Attach safety key clip to your clothes. 3. Press POWER button. There will be an eight (8) second delay after pressing the POWER button before data can be entered.
2. Press POWER button. There will be an eight (8) second delay before data can be entered. 3. There are three (3) pre-set, six (6) semi-custom pre-set and one (1) heart rate program on this unit. The treadmill includes FAT BURN, CARDIO, WARM-UP and HEART RATE programs. Refer to next page for a program overview that includes Speed and Incline setting for each program.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 The Warm Up Program is designed to gradually increase the treadmill Speed and Elevation in the first segment (warm up) and gradually decrease the treadmill Speed and Elevation in the last segment (cool down).
HEART RATE MODE The treadmill may be used at any time in the Heart Rate Mode. The Heart Rate program is designed to keep your heart at a desired amount of “beats per minute” by automatically adjusting the incline. For example, you have programmed in a desired heart rate of 125 BPM and your heart rate is only at 110 BPM.
Monitoring Your Heart Rate Monitoring Your Heart Rate To obtain the greatest cardiovascular benefits from your exercise workout, it is important to work within your target heart rate zone. The American Heart Association (AHA) defines this target as 60%-75% percent of your maximum heart rate.
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Monitoring Your Heart Rate TARGET HEART RATE ZONE 100% Serious athletic training range Cardiovascular conditioning range Fat burning range...
Warm Up Exercises EXERCISE GUIDELINES WARNING! Before beginning this or any exercise program, you should consult your physician. This is espe- cially important for individuals over the age of 35 or individuals with pre-existing health problems. Warming up prepares the body for the exercise by increasing circulation, supplying more oxygen to the mus- cles and raising body temperature.
1) Turn power OFF on the console. (Do not unplug treadmill.) Attach the magnet safety key to the console. 2) Activate the calibration mode switch by inserting the eraser end of a pencil into the opening in the backside of the console (see diagram below).
16. When Speed and Incline calibration has finished, press Power button twice, display should be blank, and treadmill should be ready for use. To avoid possible damage to the treadmill and the possibility of injury, do not operate the treadmill until the problem is corrected. Call Keys Fitness Customer Service at (888)-340-0482 if problem per- sists.
“Walking Belt Slipping” instructions. WALKING BELT IS SHIFTING TO THE RIGHT (Diagram 2) First, turn the treadmill on to run at 1 mph. Using the hex key pro- vided, turn the right rear roller adjustment bolt ¼ turn in the clock- wise direction.
If you feel signs of silicone, no further lubrication is required. If it feels dry to the touch, lubrication is needed. Keys Fitness recommends “Lube N Walk” for cleaning and lubri- cating the treadmill belt and deck.
Error Messages Treadmill Error Messages. Your treadmill is equipped with a software package that enables error messages to be displayed when there is a problem. The following error codes will be displayed in the console display windows. Safety Interlock Error Messages SI 1 - Safety key missing, replace and try again.
(Refer to “Power Requirements” on page 11.) 3. Check the circuit breaker located on the front of the treadmill. If the switch protrudes, it has tripped. Wait five minutes and then press the switch back in.
Product. To obtain warranty service, you must contact a Keys authorized retailer, service technician or Keys Fitness at our phone numbers located in this manual. Any parts determined to be defective must be returned to Keys to obtain warranty service. You must prepay any shipping charges, export taxes, custom duties and taxes, or any other charges associated with transportation of the parts or Product.
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Customer Service (888) 340-0482 Keys Fitness Products 4009 Distribution Drive Suite 250 Garland, TX 75041 www.keysfitness.com...