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Mon.–Fri., 6 a.m.–6 p.m. MST ON THE WEB: www.proformservice.com CAUTION Visit our website at Read all precautions and instruc- tions in this manual before using www.proform.com this equipment. Save this man- new products, prizes, ual for future reference. fitness tips, and much more!
10. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 10. To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local PROFORM dealer or call the toll-free telephone number on the front cover of this manual and order part number 146148, or see your local electronics store.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The decals shown here have been placed on the treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not legible, call the toll-free telephone number on the front cover of this manual and order a free replacement decal.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM 975 treadmill. The 975 treadmill offers an impressive array of features designed to make your workouts at home more enjoyable and effective. And when you’re not exercising, the unique 975 treadmill can be folded up, requiring less than half the floor space of other treadmills.
During shipping, a small amount of lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton. This is a normal condition and does not affect treadmill perfor- mance. If there is lubricant on top of the walking belt, simply wipe off the lubricant with a soft cloth and a mild, non-abrasive cleaner.
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2. Remove the screws and the wood brace from the Uprights (109). Discard the screws and the brace. Identify the left handrail, which has a hole in the indi- cated location, and the right handrail. Hold the right handrail near the right Upright (109), and insert the Wire Harness (83) into the large hole in the right handrail and out of the upper end as shown.
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Left Handgrip (76). 6. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. Note: Extra hardware may be included. Keep the included hex keys in a secure place; the large hex key is used to adjust the walking belt (see page 22).
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If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 18), follow the steps below to install the re- ceiver and the short jumper wire included with the chest pulse sensor. 1. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged. Remove the indicated 3/4”...
(see drawing 1 at the right). To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local PROFORM dealer or call the toll-free telephone number on the front cover of this man- ual and order part number 146148, or see your local electronics store.
(see page 18). In addition, the console offers twelve preset programs. Each program automatically controls the speed and in- cline of the treadmill as it guides you through an effec- tive workout. Two heart rate programs are also offered. Each pro-...
Stand on the foot rails of the treadmill. Find the clip attached to the key (see the drawing on page 11) and slide the clip onto the waistband of your clothes.
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Step onto the foot rails, press the Stop button, and adjust the incline of the treadmill to the lowest setting. The incline must be at the lowest setting when the treadmill is folded to the storage posi- tion or the treadmill will become damaged.
If the speed and/or in- cline of the treadmill is about to change, the Speed display and/or the Distance/Incline display will flash to alert you. When the first segment ends, all speed settings will move one column to the left .
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When the program ends, make sure that the in- cline of the treadmill is at the lowest setting. Next, remove the key from the console and put it in a secure place. Note: If the displays and various indicators on the console remain lit after the key is removed, the console is in the “demo”...
HOW TO USE A HEART RATE PROGRAM CAUTION: If you have heart prob- lems, or if you are over 60 years of age and have been inactive, do not use the heart rate programs. If you are taking medication regu- larly, consult your physician to find whether the medication will affect your exercise heart rate.
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However, when the console compares your heart rate to the target heart rate setting, the speed of the treadmill may automatically change to bring your heart rate closer to the target heart rate setting.
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If a “d” appears in the display, the console is in the “demo” mode. This mode is intended to be used only when a treadmill is displayed in a store. When the console is in the demo mode, the power cord can be...
CAUTION: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1. Hold the treadmill in the locations shown at the right. To decrease the possibility of injury, bend your legs and keep your back straight.
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HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the treadmill frame firmly with your left hand. Pull the latch knob to the right. Pivot the frame down until the pin on the latch knob is below the handgrip. Then, slowly release the latch knob.
TROUBLESHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, please see the front cover of this manual. PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a.
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Screw. Then, reattach the hood (not shown), making sure that each screw is in the hole from which it was removed. Run on the treadmill for a few minutes to check for a correct speed reading. PROBLEM: The walking belt slows when walked on SOLUTION: a.
For maximum fat burning, adjust the speed or incline of the treadmill until your heart rate is near the middle number in your training zone. Aerobic Exercise If your goal is to strengthen your cardiovascular sys- tem, your exercise must be “aerobic.”...
SUGGESTED STRETCHES The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the right. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce. 1. Toe Touch Stretch Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you reach down toward your toes as far as possible.
PART LIST—Model No. PFTL91206.0 To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING on pages 28 to 31. Key No. Qty. Description Foot Rail Cover Left Foot Rail Left Front Endcap Belt Guide Belt Guide Screw 3/4” Screw Console Frame Cage Nut Incline Wire Latch Warning Decal...
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Key No. Qty. Description Lift Frame Bolt Hairpin Cotter Incline Motor Bolt, Lower Hood Decal Plate Extension Leg Wheel Housing Wheel Bolt Wheel Upright Pulse Bar Incline Motor Bolt, Upper 4” Bolt Left Endcap Insert Reset/Off Circuit Breaker 5/32” Hex Key Right Handgrip Top Motor Bracket Photo Switch Nut...
• the MODEL NUMBER of the product (PFTL91206.0) • the NAME of the product (PROFORM 975 treadmill) • the SERIAL NUMBER of the product (see the front cover of this manual) • the KEY NUMBER and DESCRIPTION of the part(s) (see the PART LIST and EXPLODED DRAWING on pages 26 to 31) ICON Health &...
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