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Model No. PFTL68505.0 USER'S MANUAL Serial No. Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are com- mitted to providing complete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if parts are damaged or missing, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT DIRECTLY.
11. 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 your treadmill. If a decal is missing, or if it is not legible, please call the toll-free telephone number on the front cover of this manual and and order a free replacement decal.
400 GL+ number and serial number before calling. The model number of the treadmill is PFTL68505.0. The serial number can be found on a decal attached to the tread- mill (see the front cover of this manual for the location).
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. Cut any ties holding the Upright Wire (42) to the the right Upright (69). Identify the Right Handrail (72), which has a large hole in the left side. Feed the Upright Wire (42) into the hole in the bottom of the Right Handrail and out of the large hole in the side.
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4. Hold the Console Base (47) near the Left Handrail (71). Attach the ends of the ground wires on the Console Base to the indicated small hole in the Left Handrail with the Silver Ground Screw (75). 5. Touch the Right Handrail (72) to discharge any static. Slide the sleeve off the connector as shown in the inset drawing.
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(108) onto the weight rack as shown. 10. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. Note: Extra hardware may be included. Keep the included allen wrenches in a secure place. The large allen wrench is used to adjust the walking belt (see page 26).
(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.
When the manual mode of the console is selected, the speed and incline of the treadmill can be changed with the touch of a button. As you exercise, the console will display continuous exercise feedback. You can even measure your heart rate using the built-in handgrip pulse sensor.
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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When you are finished exercising, remove the key. 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 be damaged.
If the speed and/or in- cline of the treadmill is about to change, the speed setting and/or the incline setting will flash in the display to alert you.
When the program has ended, make sure that the incline of the treadmill is at the lowest set- ting. Next, remove the key from the console and put it in a safe place.Note: If the display remains lit after the key is removed, the console is in the “demo”...
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(see step 4 on page 15) and your heart rate is still too far below the target heart rate, the in- cline of the treadmill will also increase to bring your heart rate closer to the target heart rate.
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HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL TO USE IFIT.COM PROGRAMS To use iFIT.com MP3 or CD programs, the treadmill must be connected to your MP3 player, CD player, portable stereo, home stereo, or computer. See pages 17 and 18 for connecting instructions. To use iFIT.com programs directly from our Web site, the treadmill must be connected to your computer.
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HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO Note: If your stereo has an unused LINE OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the LINE OUT jack is being used, see instruction B. A. Plug one end of a long 1/8” to RCA stereo audio cable (available at electronics stores) into the input jack on the console.
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HOW TO USE AN IFIT.COM MP3, CD, OR VIDEO PROGRAM To use an iFIT.com MP3, CD, or video program, the treadmill must be connected to your MP3 player, CD player, or VCR. See HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL TO USE IFIT.COM PROGRAMS on pages 17 to 19.
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Stop button or remove the key and go to step 1 on page 19. Note: If the speed and/or incline of the treadmill does not change when a “chirp” is heard: • Make sure that the letters “iFIT” appear in the display and that the time is not flashing in the display.
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Additional options are soon to be available. See www.iFIT.com for details. To use programs from our Web site, the treadmill must be connected to your home computer. See HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER on page 18. In addition, you must have an internet connection and an internet service provider.
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THE INFORMATION MODE/DEMO MODE The console features an information mode that keeps track of the total number of hours that the treadmill has been operated and the total number of miles that the walking belt has moved. The information mode also al-...
2. Hold the upper ends of the handrails. Place one foot on a front wheel. 3. Tilt the treadmill back until it rolls freely on the front wheels. Carefully move the treadmill to the desired location. To re- duce the risk of injury, use extreme caution while mov- ing the treadmill.
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HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE 1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your right hand. Press the storage latch to the left. Pivot the treadmill down until the frame and foot rail are past the storage latch.
Remove the key from the console. Reinsert the key fully into the console. d. If the treadmill still will not run, please call the toll-free telephone number on the front cover of this manual.
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3 inches off the walking platform. Be careful to keep the walking belt centered. Plug in the power cord, in- sert the key, and run the treadmill for a few minutes. Repeat until the walking belt is properly tightened. c. If the walking belt still slows when walked on, please call the toll-free telephone number on the front cover of this manual.
For maximum fat burning, adjust the speed and 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.”...
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PART LIST—Model No. PFTL68505.0 No. Qty. Description Hood 3/4” Screw Motor Belt Motor Tension Bolt 3/8” Washer Motor Star Washer Flywheel Drive Motor Motor Assembly Reed Switch Latch Warning Decal Frame Spacer Frame Pivot Nut/Motor Nut Frame Pivot Bolt Walking Platform...
• The MODEL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT (PFTL68505.0) • The NAME OF THE PRODUCT (PROFORM 400 GL+ 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 EXPLODED DRAWING and PART LIST attached in the center of this manual) ICON Health &...
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