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¨ Model No. 831.298071 Serial No. Find the serial number in the location shown below. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial Number Decal CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using this equipment.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The decals shown have been placed on your treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not legible, please call our toll-free HELPLINE to order a free replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location shown.
The model number of the treadmill is 831.298071. The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the treadmill (see the front cover of this manual for the location).
ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires the included allen wrench and your own phillips screwdriver 1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the treadmill to the upright position.
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Wrench Clip onto the base of the right Upright (82) as shown. Press the Allen Wrench (100) into the Wrench Clip. 6. Make sure that all parts are tightened before you use the treadmill. To protect the floor or carpet, place a mat under the treadmill.
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT 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.
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¥ Do not stand on the walking belt when turning on the power. ¥ Always wear the clip (see the drawing at the lower right) while using the treadmill. When the key is removed from the console, the walking belt will stop.
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To stop the walking belt, step onto the foot rails and slide the speed control to the RESET position. Adjust the incline of the treadmill as desired. To change the incline of the treadmill, press the...
HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Refer to drawing 2 above. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand as shown. Using your left thumb, slide the storage latch to the left and hold it. Pivot the treadmill down until the frame is past the storage latch.
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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3 to 4 inches off the walking platform. Be careful to keep the walking belt centered. Plug in the power cord, insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened.
If your goal is to burn fat, adjust the speed and incline of the treadmill until your heart rate is near one of the lower two numbers in your training zone.
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Training Zone Exercise After warming up, increase the intensity of your exer- cise until your pulse is in your training zone for 20 to 60 minutes. (During the first few weeks of your exer- cise program, do not keep your pulse in your training zone for longer than 20 minutes.) Breathe regularly and deeply as you exerciseÑnever hold your breath.
PART LISTÑModel No. 831.298071 Key No. Qty. Description Motor Belt Pulley/Flywheel/Fan Motor Nut Motor/Pulley/Flywheel/Fan Incline Motor Bolt Incline Motor Spacer Incline Motor Stop Bracket Small Nut Star Washer Optic Switch Frame Small Bolt Incline Optic Disk Incline Motor Nut Screw...
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.