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Model No. 831.297860 Serial No. The serial number is found in the location shown below. Write the serial number in the space above for future reference. Serial Number Decal CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this equipment.
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14. Inspect and tighten all parts of the treadmill every three months. 15. The treadmill operates on 120 V, 60 Hz, AC power only. Consult your dealer before con- necting the treadmill if you do not know the AC voltage in your area, as incorrect voltage might damage the treadmill or TV.
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¥ If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the treadmill. ¥ If the treadmill has been exposed to water. ¥ If the treadmill or TV does not operate nor- mally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that...
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Interior Metal Water Pipe) The decals shown below are found in the indicated locations on the treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not legible, please call our toll-free HELPLINE to order a free replacement decal (see the back cover of this manual).
ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dis- pose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires the included allen wrench 1. See the inset drawing. Remove the Base Extensions (76) from the packing materials.
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VCR userÕs manual for operating instructions. Make sure that all parts of the treadmill are properly tightened. To protect the floor or carpet from damage, place a mat under the treadmill. Read all instructions in this manual before operating the treadmill.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS THE PERFORMANT LUBE WALKING BELT Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with PERFORMANT LUBE , a high-performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other substances to the walking belt or the walking plat- form; such substances will deteriorate the walking belt and cause excessive wear.
Remove the water bottle from the console before folding the treadmill for storage. FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The revolutionary PROFORM 785 TL offers an impres- sive array of features designed to make your workouts more enjoyable and effective. Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it.
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The speed range of the walking belt is 0.5 mph to 10 mph. I. INCLINE buttonsÑThese buttons are used to control the incline of the treadmill. Each time one of the but- tons is pressed, the incline will change by 0.5%. The S 6.0 I 3.5...
To turn on the TV, press the POWER button on the TV or the remote control. Step onto the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip at- tached to the key, and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothing. Follow the steps below to use the manual mode of the console.
To turn on the TV, press the POWER button on the TV or the remote control. Step onto the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip at- tached to the key, and slide the clip onto your waistband. Follow the steps below to use a preset workout program.
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Programs 6, 7, and 8 are incline programsÑthe console will control the incline of the treadmill as you control the speed. The profiles on the left side of the console show how the speed or incline will change during the programs.
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The console features an information mode that lets you modify the format of text displayed on the TV and shows the total time and distance accumulated on the treadmill. To access the information mode, first make sure that the on/off switch located on the front of the motor hood is in the ÒonÓ...
¥ Auto memory and auto search for TV channel ¥ Automatically skips unavailable channels in your area Note: The TV can be viewed without the treadmill being used. The on/off switch near the power cord must be in the ÒonÓ position. (See the drawing at the top of page 13.) DIAGRAM OF THE TELEVISION 1.
300 ohm to 75 ohm adapter. Push the end of the 300 ohm to 75 ohm adapter into the 75 ohm antenna terminal on the treadmill. (See assembly drawing 6 on page 8 for the loca- tion of the terminal.)
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Turning on the Power To turn on the TV, press the POWER button on the TV or the remote control. Volume Control To adjust the volume to the desired level, press the VOLUME + or Ð button. The sound level will be shown by a bar on the TV screen.
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Erasing Channels After all channels available in your area have been set into memory, you can erase unwanted channels by fol- lowing the steps below: 1. Select the unwanted channel by using the CHANNEL Æ Æ or button or the channel selection buttons. 2.
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CABLE TV (CATV) OPERATION In addition to normal broadcast reception, the TV is equipped to receive up to 125 cable channels (113 plus 12 TV channels). To use the TV with a cable TV sys- tem, following the steps below. 1.
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USING THE SLEEP TIMER To set the TV to turn off after a preset amount of time, press the SLEEP but- ton on the remote control. Each time the button is pressed, the clock will count down by 10 minutes: 120, 110, 100, .
To turn on the TV, press the POWER button on the TV or the remote control. Make sure that the TV is on channel 3 or 4. Note: When the treadmill is not in use, you may want to leave the surge protector plugged in. Each time...
Caution: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1. Hold the treadmill as shown at the right. Caution: To avoid pinching your hands, do not hold the treadmill in the locations indicated by the arrows.
2. Hold the bar on the treadmill frame as shown. 3. Tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on the front wheels. (Note: You may need to place one foot on the base near the front wheel to tip the treadmill.) Carefully move the...
2. SYMPTOM: THE POWER TURNS OFF DURING USE a. Check the circuit breaker located on the treadmill frame near the power cord (see 1. c. above). If the circuit breaker has tripped, wait for five minutes and then press the switch back in.
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UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the allen wrench, turn the left rear roller adjustment bolt counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn. Plug in the power cord, insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is centered.
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If you weigh over 200 pounds, it may be helpful to increase the incline of the treadmill. If the error code appears again, please call our toll-free HELPLINE. Do not operate the treadmill until the problem is corrected.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES WARNING: Before beginning this or any exercise program, consult your physi- cian. This is especially important for individu- als over the age of 35 or individuals withpre-ex- isting health problems. The following guidelines will help you to plan your ex- ercise program.
A Cool-down Finish each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching to cool down. This will increase the flexibility of your muscles and will help to prevent post-exercise prob- lems. SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown in the drawings below.
PART LISTÑModel No. 831.297860 Note: To identify the parts listed below, refer to the EXPLODED DRAWING attached to the center of this manual. Part Qty. Description 104725 Upright Endcap Bolt 130403 Motor Bushing 100427 121421 Upright Bracket Bolt 130459 Small Screw 013028 Console Screw 132549...
SEARS TREADMILL EXERCISER, contact the nearest SEARS Service Center throughout the United States and SEARS will repair or replace the TREADMILL EXERCISER, free of charge. This warranty does not apply when the TREADMILL EXERCISER is used commercially or for rental pur- poses.
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