Whether your goal is to win races or simply enjoy a fuller, healthier lifestyle, a Merit Fitness treadmill can help you attain it – adding quality performance to your at-home workouts, with the ergonomics and innovative features you need to get stronger and healthier, faster.
I MP O RTA N T PR ECA UTI ON S Attach safety key clip to clothing before starting. Keep children off and away from this equipment. Possibility of serious injury if equipment is used improperly. Consult a physician before using this equipment. Stop exercising if you feel pain, faint, dizzy or short of breath.
AS S E M B LY WATER BOTTLE POCKET IMPORTANT: READ THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE! CONSOLE ASSEMBLY READING RACK HANDLEBAR CONSOLE SAFTEY KEY PLACEMENT WARNING DECK LOCK LATCH CONSOLE MAST During the assembly process of the treadmill there are several areas that special attention must be paid. ON/OFF SWITCH It is very important to follow the assembly instructions correctly and to make sure all parts are firmly MOTOR COVER...
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P R E- ASSE MBLY ASSEMBLY STEP 2 HARDWARE BAG 2 CONTENTS : NOTE: During each assembly step, ensure that ALL nuts and bolts are in place and partially threaded in before completely tightening any ONE bolt. NOTE: A light application of grease may aid in the installation of hardware. BOLT (F) LOCK FLAT...
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AS SEM BLY S TE P ASSEMBLY STEP A Open HARDWARE BAG . HARDWARE BAG CONTENTS : HARDWARE BAG CONTENTS : BOLT (G) LOCK WASHER (B) FLAT WASHER (C) ARC WASHER (E) BOLT (H) B Fold up treadmill (see page 13 20 mm 20 mm 20 mm...
BE F O R E Y O U BEGI N PROPER USAGE Your treadmill is capable of reaching high speeds. Always start off using a slower speed and adjust the speed in HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF ExERCISE: small increments to reach a higher speed level.
TENSIONING THE RUNNING BELT The running belt has been properly adjusted at the factory before it was shipped. At times the belt can move 725T CONSO LE off-center during shipment. CAUTION: Running belt should NOT be moving during tensioning. Over-tightening the running belt can cause excessive wear on the treadmill as well as its components.
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MO NI TO R D ISP LAY GETTING STARTED / SELECTING A PROGRAM Check to make sure no objects are placed on the belt that will hinder the movement of SPEED • Shown as MPH. Indicates how fast your walking or running surface is moving. the treadmill.
P R OG RA M P R OFI L ES CON DIT ION ING GUI DELI NES MANUAL - User-adjustable Speed and Incline. Start Speed is 1 mph. ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE BEGINNING AN ExERCISE PROGRAM. INTERVALS HOW OFTEN? (Frequency of Workouts) SEGMENTS REPEAT TIME The American Heart Association recommends that you exercise at least 3 to 4 days per week to maintain...
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TAR G ET H EAR T RAT E Z O NE CHA RT TIP S STRETCHING STRETCH FIRST What is Target Heart Rate Zone? 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.
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TRO UBL ESH OOT ING TI P S THE IMPORTANCE OF WARM UP & COOL DOWN COMMON PRODUCT QUESTIONS WARM UP The first 2 to 5 minutes of a workout should be devoted to warming up. The warm-up will limber your muscles ARE THE SOUNDS MY TREADMILL MAKES NORMAL? and prepare them for more strenuous exercise.
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PROBLEM: The running belt does not stay centered during a workout. • Inspect the power cord. If the power cord is damaged, contact Merit Fitness. SOLUTION: • Make sure the power cord is not underneath the treadmill or in any other area where it can become pinched or Verify the following: cut.
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AT YOUR OWN RISK and all original parts for a period of 90 days from the date and Merit Fitness shall have no liability for any injury to the person or of original purchase, so long as the device remains in the property arising from such repairs.