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Model No. VMTL83607.5 USERʼS MANUAL Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial Number Decal UESTIONS? If you have questions, or if parts are damaged or missing, PLEASE CON- TACT THE STORE WHERE YOU PURCHASED THIS PRODUCT.
Apply the decal in the location shown. Note: The decal may not be shown at actual size. Note: There is one decal on each side. FREEMOTION is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.
To reduce the risk of serious injury, read all important precautions and in- structions in this manual and all warnings on your treadmill before using your treadmill. FreeMotion Fitness assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
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DANGER: 20. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is Always unplug the power running. Always remove the key, unplug the cord immediately after use, before cleaning power cord, and press the power switch into the treadmill, and before performing the the off position when the treadmill is not in maintenance and adjustment procedures de- use.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the revolutionary ing this manual, please see the back cover of this FREEMOTION T7.5 treadmill. The T7.5 treadmill of- manual. To help us assist you, note the product model ® fers an impressive array of features designed to help number and serial number before contacting us.
ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two persons. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly can be completed using a 7/32" hex and an adjustable wrench Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant.
1. The Wheels (91) may be preattached. If they are not, complete this step. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the Upright (96) and insert a Wheel (91) into the bottom of each side of the Upright. Be careful not to pinch the 65"...
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4. Align the holes in the Upright (96) above the holes in the Base Frame (75). Lower the Upright onto the Base Frame. Be careful not to pinch your fingers or the Wire Harnesses (not shown). Make sure to keep the holes aligned. Holes 5.
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6. The Upright Brackets (98, 99) may be preat- tached. If they are not, complete this step. Identify the Left Upright Bracket (99). Insert the TV cables through the Left Upright Bracket. Press the Left Upright Bracket onto the left side of the Upright (96).
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8. Insert the Wire Harnesses (47, 48) and each of the TV cables into the Handrail (100) as you set the Handrail on the Upright Brackets (98, 99). Be careful not to pinch the wires. Attach the Handrail (100) to the Upright Cables Brackets (98, 99) with four 5/16"...
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If you purchased the optional personal television (see HOW TO UPGRADE THE CONSOLE on page 13), follow the steps below. 11. Remove the three #8 x 1/2" Console Cover Screws (121) from the Console Cover (105). Save the Screws for step 12. Discard the Console Cover.
HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL Before moving the treadmill, unplug the power cord. Due to the size and weight of the treadmill, moving it requires two or three persons. Hold the metal frame firmly in the location shown at the right. CAUTION: To decrease the possibility of damage to the tread- mill or of injury, do not lift the frame by the plastic front cover or by the handrail.
HOW TO UPGRADE THE CONSOLE This console features an optional personal television, which offers additional functionality. With the optional per- sonal television, you can watch the television programs of your choice, or connect and use your own VCR or DVD player. To purchase the optional personal television, please see the back cover of this manual.
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT THE PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT dance with all local codes and ordinances. IMPORTANT: The treadmill is not compatible with GFCI-equipped outlets and may not be compatible Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with high- performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply sil- with AFCI-equipped outlets.
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CONSOLE DIAGRAM SPEED FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE outs that help you achieve specific fitness goals. For example, lose unwanted pounds with the 8-week The treadmill console offers an impressive array of Weight Loss workout. iFit workouts automatically con- trol the treadmill. iFit cards are available separately. To features designed to make your workouts more effec- purchase iFit cards at any time, go to www.iFit.com tive and enjoyable.
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HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE IMPORTANT: If the treadmill has been exposed to 1. Insert the key into the console. cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room tem- perature before turning on the power. If you do not See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER at the left.
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5. Select a display mode and monitor your 6. Measure your heart rate if desired. progress with the display. Before using When the manual the handgrip mode is selected, pulse sensor, the console offers remove the seven display sheets of plas- modes.
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HOW TO USE A PERSONAL TRAINER WORKOUT after each selection. Note: To use the Interval workouts, you must also enter your minimum and 1. Insert the key into the console. maximum speed settings using the Quick Touch Speed buttons or the Speed Increase and See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page Decrease buttons.
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The workout will continue in this way until the last The display can show the speed of the walking belt, segment of the profile flashes in the display and the incline of the treadmill, a profile of the workout, the last segment ends. The walking belt will then the time remaining in the workout, the distance you slow to a stop.
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HOW TO USE A WALK/RUN WORKOUT OR A 3. Press the Start/Stop button to start the workout. MANUAL CONTROL WORKOUT A moment after you press the Start/Stop button, 1. Insert the key into the console. the walking belt will begin moving. Hold the handrails and begin walking.
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The Speed and Incline buttons will not function heart rate. The FreeMotion Fitness Test measures during a fitness test workout. your fitness level on a scale of 1 to 10. The FreeMotion Fitness Test ends after either 28 minutes or when you reach a certain heart rate.
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HOW TO USE A HEART RATE WORKOUT mill will automatically adjust to the first speed and incline settings of the workout. Hold the handrails CAUTION: and begin walking. If you have heart prob- The heart rate workouts are divided into several lems, or if you are over age 60 and have been one-minute segments.
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HOW TO USE A CUSTOM WORKOUT current segment. At the end of each segment, a se- ries of tones will sound, the next segment of the 1. Insert the key into the console. profile will begin to flash, and the speed or incline setting for the next segment will appear in the dis- See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page play to alert you.
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HOW TO USE AN IFIT WORKOUT At the end of each one-minute segment, the speed and incline settings for the next segment will appear 1. Insert the key into the console. in the display and a series of tones will sound to alert you.
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HOW TO USE THE MAINTENANCE MODE Press the Display button to move to the next screen. You may be able to select one of five lan- The console has a maintenance mode that keeps track guages for the displays. If desired, select a lan- of the total number of hours that the treadmill has been guage for the displays.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance is necessary for optimal performance and long life of the treadmill. Please read and follow all instructions below. If the treadmill is not maintained as described, components may wear ex- cessively, the treadmill may be damaged, and the warranty will be voided. If you have questions about maintenance, please see the back cover of this manual.
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REPLACING THE WALKING BELT When the walking belt becomes worn, it should be replaced. The walking belt will need to be replaced after every 10,000 to 15,000 miles (16,000 to 24,000 kilometers). See the Service Manual for replacement instructions. Please see the back cover of this manual to order a new walking belt. REPLACING THE WALKING PLATFORM When both sides of the walking platform become worn, the walking platform should be replaced.
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3. Note: Be very careful to avoid chipping or damaging the pheno- lic coating on the Walking Platform (63). Lift the Walking Platform and the Walking Belt (64) to the position shown by the dotted lines. Slide the Walking Platform out of the Walking Belt, turn it, and then slide it back into the Walking Belt.
SIX-MONTH PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE RECORD Photocopy this form and use it to record the preventive maintenance performed on the treadmill. Each copy of the form can be used for six months (26 weeks). When maintenance is performed, write the date in the appropriate spaces.
TROUBLESHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by following SYMPTOM: The walking belt slows when walked the simple steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and follow the steps listed. If further assis- tance is needed, see the back cover of this manual. a.
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SYMPTOM: The walking belt is off-center or slips c. If the walking belt slips when walked on, re- when walked on move the key and unplug the power cord. Using a 7/32" hex key, turn both roller adjustment screws a. If the walking belt has shifted to the right, re- clockwise 1/4 of a turn.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES WARNING: Burning Fat—To burn fat effectively, you must exer- cise at a low intensity level for a sustained period of Before beginning any time. During the first few minutes of exercise, your exercise program, consult your physician. body uses carbohydrate calories for energy. Only after This is especially important for persons over the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing...
PART LIST Model No. VMTL83607.5 R0311A To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING near the end of this manual. Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 1/2" x 3 1/4" Bolt Key/Clip 5/16" x 1" Screw Motor Washer 5/16"...
1500 South 1000 West Logan, UT 84321-9813 United States LIMITED WARRANTY FreeMotion Fitness warrants this product to be free from de- 7. Damage caused by improper wiring or insufficient electrical fects in workmanship and material under normal use and ser- current.
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