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Number Decal ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY To register your product and activate your warranty today, go to my.proform.com. CUSTOMER CARE For service at any time, go to proformservice.com. Or call 1-888-533-1333 Mon.–Fri. 6 a.m.–6 p.m. MT Sat. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. MT Please do not contact the store.
The decals may not be shown at actual size. PROFORM and iFIT are registered trademarks of ICON Health & Fitness, Inc. App store is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc. IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S.
5. The treadmill is intended for home use only. To purchase a surge suppressor, see your Do not use the treadmill in any commercial, local PROFORM dealer, call the telephone rental, or institutional setting. number on the front cover of this manual, or see your local electronics store.
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19. Always stand on the foot rails when starting able to safely lift 45 lbs. (20 kg) to move the or stopping the walking belt. Always hold the treadmill. handrails while using the treadmill. 26. When folding or moving the treadmill, make 20.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the new PROFORM ® reading this manual, please see the front cover of this PERFORMANCE 900I treadmill. The PERFORMANCE manual. To help us assist you, note the product model 900I treadmill provides an impressive selection of fea- number and serial number before contacting us.
PART IDENTIFICATION CHART Use the drawings below to identify small parts used for assembly. The number in parentheses below each draw- ing is the key number of the part, from the PART LIST near the end of this manual. The number following the key number is the quantity used for assembly.
To avoid damaging parts, do not use power tools. cleaner. 1. Go to my.proform.com on your computer and register your product. • documents your ownership • activates your warranty •...
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2. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged. Remove the tie securing the Upright Wire (81) to the front of the Base (94). Next, identify the Right Upright (90). Have a second person hold the Right Upright near the Base (94).
4. Hold the Right Upright (90) against the Base (94). Make sure not to pinch the Upright Wire (81). Next, Attach a 3/8" x 1 3/4" Screw (62) with a 3/8" Star Washer (13) as shown; do not fully tighten the Screw yet. Insert two 3/8"...
6. Attach a Handrail (84) to the Right Upright (90) with a 5/16" x 2 1/2" Screw (28) and a 5/16" Star Washer (11) in the location shown. Make sure not to pinch the Upright Wire (81). Do not fully tighten the Screw yet. Attach the other Handrail (not shown) to the Left Upright (89) in the same way.
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8. Set the Console Base (64) face down on a soft surface to avoid scratching the Console Base. Remove and save the four 1/4" x 1/2" Screws (2). Identify the Left Tray (36). Attach the Left Tray with four #8 x 3/8" Screws (105). Next, attach the Right Tray (27) with four #8 x 3/8"...
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10. Set the console assembly (F) on the Handrails (84). Make sure that no wires are pinched. Insert the excess Upright Wire (81) into the Right Upright (90). Attach the console assembly (F) with the four 1/4" x 1/2" Screws (2) that you removed in step 8 and four 1/4"...
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12. Slide the Right and Left Handrail Grips (74, 79) over the Right and Left Handrail Covers (not shown) and against the console assembly (F). Attach the Handrail Grips (74, 79) with two #8 x 1/2" Screws (1); do not overtighten the Screws.
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14. Orient the Storage Latch (52) so that the knob (K) is on the side shown. Attach the Storage Latch to the Left Upright (89) with two 1/4" x 4 1/2" Screws (6) and two 1/4" Star Washers (26); do not overtighten the Screws. 15.
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16. Attach the Tablet Holder (25) to the console assembly (F) with four #8 x 5/8" Screws (8); start all four Screws, and then tighten them. Do not overtighten the Screws. 17. Make sure that all parts are properly tightened before you use the treadmill. If there are sheets of plastic on the treadmill decals, remove the plastic.
HOW TO USE THE TREADMILL HOW TO CONNECT THE POWER CORD more amps. To avoid overloading the circuit, do not plug other electrical devices, except for low- Use a Surge Suppressor power devices such as cell phone chargers, into the surge suppressor or into an outlet on the same Your treadmill, like other electronic equipment, can be circuit.
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CONSOLE DIAGRAM MAKE YOUR FITNESS GOALS A REALITY WITH FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE IFIT.COM The advanced treadmill console offers a selection of With your new iFit-enabled fitness equipment, you can features designed to make your workouts more effec- use an array of features on iFit.com to make your fit- tive and enjoyable.
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HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER HOW TO USE THE TOUCH SCREEN IMPORTANT: If the treadmill has been exposed to The console features a tablet with a full-color touch cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room tem- screen. The following information will help you become perature before you turn on the power.
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HOW TO SET UP THE CONSOLE The following pages explain the various workouts and other features that the console offers. Before using the treadmill for the first time, set up the console. To use the manual mode, see page 22. To use an onboard workout, see page 24.
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HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 4. Change the incline of the treadmill as desired. 1. Insert the key into the console. To change the incline of the treadmill, press the Incline increase and decrease buttons or one of the See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page numbered incline buttons.
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• Your pace in minutes per mile 7. When you are finished exercising, remove the key from the console. • Your current lap number Step onto the walking platform and touch the home • Your heart rate (see step 6) button or the back button on the screen or press the Stop button on the console.
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HOW TO USE AN ONBOARD WORKOUT If the speed and/or incline settings are too high or too low at any time during the workout, you can 1. Insert the key into the console. override the settings by pressing the Speed or Incline buttons.
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HOW TO USE A SET-A-GOAL WORKOUT Note: The calorie goal is an estimate of the number of calories that you will burn during the 1. Insert the key into the console. workout. The actual number of calories that you burn will depend on various factors such as See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on your weight.
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2. Insert the key into the console. When you select an iFit workout, the screen will show the name and estimated duration of the See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 20. workout. The screen will also show the approxi- mate number of calories you will burn during the 3.
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HOW TO USE THE EQUIPMENT SETTINGS MODE 6. Select an update time. IMPORTANT: Some of the features described may To select a time for automatic console updates, not be enabled. Occasionally, a fi rmware update may touch the Update Time button and select the cause your console to function slightly differently.
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10. Enable or disable the key. HOW TO USE THE SOUND SYSTEM You can disable the key so that the treadmill does To play music or audio books through the console not require the use of the key, if desired. Touch the sound system while you exercise, plug a 3.5 mm male Safety Key button.
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HOW TO USE THE MAINTENANCE MODE Note: Occasionally, a firmware update may cause your console to function slightly differently. These IMPORTANT: Some of the features described may updates are always designed to improve your exer- not be enabled. Occasionally, a fi rmware update may cise experience.
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HOW TO USE THE WIRELESS NETWORK MODE An information box will ask if you want to connect to the wireless network. Touch the Connect button The console features a wireless network mode that to connect to the network or touch the Cancel but- allows you to set up a wireless network connection.
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HOW TO USE THE TABLET HOLDER Tablet IMPORTANT: The tablet holder is designed for use Holder with most full-size tablets. Do not place any other electronic device or object in the tablet holder. To use your tablet to browse media while you exercise, place your tablet securely in the tablet holder.
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL To avoid damaging the treadmill, adjust the incline Before moving the treadmill, fold it as described at the to zero before you fold the treadmill. Then, remove left.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE c. Check the power switch located on the treadmill frame near the power cord. If the switch protrudes Regular maintenance is important for optimal per- as shown, the switch has tripped. To reset the formance and to reduce wear. Inspect and properly power switch, wait for five minutes and then press tighten all parts each time the treadmill is used.
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SYMPTOM: The incline of the treadmill does not c. Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with change correctly high-performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply silicone spray or other substances to a. Calibrate the incline system of the treadmill (see the walking belt or the walking platform unless step 4 on page 29).
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b. If the walking belt slips when walked on, fi rst SYMPTOM: The iFit mode does not function remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER correctly CORD. Using the hex key, turn both idler roller screws clockwise, 1/4 of a turn. When the walk- a.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES Burning Fat—To burn fat effectively, you must exer- WARNING: cise at a low intensity level for a sustained period of Before beginning this time. During the first few minutes of exercise, your or any exercise program, consult your physi- body uses carbohydrate calories for energy.
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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. PFTL80016.3 R1017B Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description #8 x 1/2" Screw Drive Roller/Pulley 1/4" x 1/2" Screw Base Pad Spacer Base Pad 9/32" Plastic Bushing #8 x 3/4" Screw Storage Latch #10 Star Washer 1/4"...
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Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description M5 Washer Roller Spacer Power Cord Grommet 1/4" Nut #8 x 3/8" Screw Controller Clamp Left Inner Base Cover Filter Right Inner Base Cover – User’s Manual 3/8" Plastic Bushing Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice. For information about ordering replacement parts, see the back cover of this manual.
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, be prepared to provide the following information when contacting us: • the model number and serial number of the product (see the front cover of this manual) •...
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