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Page 1 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual 87 York Ave. Randolph MA 02368 | 781-961-5200 | www.brewerfitness.com Copyright 2017, Brewer Fitness...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 TREADWALL M6 Pro Complete Owners Manual Table of Contents Introduction / Registration Safety tips / Specifications Operating Instructions/hold setup Making Your Treadwall a Success Information for Your Staff Training Tips/Guidelines Activities & Promotional Ideas Frequently Asked Questions...
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Page 5: Introduction / Registration
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 INTRODUCTION Vertical movement is a new category of training that works the whole body and mind together. The Treadwall delivers a full range of workout opportunities - from a remarkable aerobic burn to an upper-body core and grip-strength workout that challenges the fittest athletes.
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Page 7: Safety Tips / Specifications
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Safety Tips Safety Tips WARNING - Read all instruc ons before assembling and using the Treadwall. For Assembly: Be careful when moving and installing larger Treadwall components, as they might require eﬀort to li and a ach. Some steps require two individuals. Have a second person assist you during assembly and make sure to have two ladders on hand.
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Page 9: Operating Instructions/Hold Setup
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Operating Instructions INTRODUCTION There are 3 primary controls to know about on the Treadwall M6. You can adjust the speed of the climb with the lever located on the right side of the machine, you can adjust the angle of the wall with the wheel placed on either the right—or the left—...
Page 10 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Operating Instructions Speed Control To control the speed of your climb you simply move the lever up and down. At the “0” setting the Treadwall will be completely stopped for most people or it may just barely creep downwards for heavier individuals.
Page 11 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Operating Instructions Adjustment knobs Digital Counter The counter will start as soon as you begin climbing. It will pause if you rest for 5 seconds, and it will power down after 5 minutes of non- use.
Page 12 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Operating Instructions Installing the Ladder Line The Ladder Line rungs can be installed anywhere you wish on your Treadwall, but we recommend starting with an even spacing of the rungs with little or no deviation from side to side.
Page 13 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Operating Instructions Installing the climbing holds—Route Setting! Placing the climbing holds onto your Treadwall is called route setting, and the individual climbs you set up are called routes. On our website at brewerfitness.com/routesetting, you can download, adapt, and even create routes to use and share with others.
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Page 15: Making Your Treadwall A Success
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Making Your Treadwall a Success Groundwork: Staff should understand that vertical movement is a basic human activity, non- contrived and part of everyday life. It should be presented as a positive and ac- cessible addition to the facility.
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Page 17: Information For Your Staff
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Information for Your Staff The Benefits of Vertical Movement: Valuable Information Most fitness activities target isolated muscle groups, but vertical movement is differ- ent. Using a Treadwall provides a full-body, non-repetitive exercise that can be adapted by the user for different goals.
Page 18: Training Tips/Guidelines
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Training Tips/Guidelines Below you will find different training tips we have learned over the years that can ease your clients into Vertical Movement. Initial Exposure When your clients and members are trying out the Treadwall for the first time: 1.
Page 19 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Training Tips/Guidelines Climbing is a progressive activity—there is a great deal to learn about balance and technique. The initial workouts should emphasize the fun and excitement of re- learning an activity that has roots in the earliest childhood years. As climbers pro- gress and become more comfortable, they naturally and inevitably gravitate to the more challenging aspects of the sport.
Page 20: Activities & Promotional Ideas
Activities & Promotional Ideas Setup a Mt. Everest club challenge for staff and members: Perhaps use teams. (Brewer Fitness provides free Everest Club membership to the first three staff members to complete the challenge. Recognize the first members to start on Mt. Everest Club challenge: Use the bulletin board to put up names and perhaps pictures.
Page 21 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Activities & Promotional Ideas Elevation/Location Typical street lamp 40’ Height of the Parthenon 190' Niagara Falls (American Side) 302' Statue of Liberty 555' Washington Monument 607' Space Needle, Seattle 642' Top Span, Astrodome roof. 984' Eiffel Tower, Paris...
Page 22: Frequently Asked Questions
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Frequently Asked Questions How hard is climbing on the Treadwall? Q&A Climbing on the Treadwall is as hard or as easy as you choose. The wall is customizable in difficulty by altering the speed, angle and route you follow.
Page 23 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Frequently Asked Questions Does everyone like it? Most people who try the Treadwall love it. Some of the biggest fans are people who start off saying "I don't think I'd like that." Everyone should be encouraged to give it a try.
Page 24: General Maintenance
THEORY OF OPERATION The Treadwall M6 Pro is completely powered by the climber. The wall does not rotate by itself, but only when a person begins to climb on the machine. You can vary the speed of climbing with the lever located on the right side of the machine.
Page 25 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 General Maintenance Maintenance Schedule After The First Month:  Check the drive chain to make sure that it is not loose. Tighten if necessary. (Pg. 17).  Check the coils on the angle adjuster cables. Tighten the slack that will develop. (Pg. 30).
Page 26: Troubleshooting
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Tighten the exterior X-bracing making sure that the entire Entire Treadwall wobbles or moves Exterior X-bracing too loose frame is square and level (Pg. Tighten Internal x-bracing. Do not over-tighten. Tighten until Main channel section sways just firm.
Page 27: Service Instructions
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Service Instructions Frame Alignment Adjust to these dimensions if the wheel is on the right side (as shown). If the wheel is on the other side, adjust so that there is a bit more room on the wheel side.
Page 28 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Service Instructions INSPECTION HOLE ADJUSTMENT BOLT Drive Chain Adjustment 1. The drive chain can be adjusted from the LOCK NUT outside of your Treadwall, you only need to remove the hydraulic box cover on the top right of the machine.
Page 29 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Service Instructions Auto-Stop Adjustment 1. Loosen the two small nuts on the outside of the channel that hold the microswitch in place. 2. Adjust the microswitch by pivoting it around its upper mounting screw (see diagram).
Page 30 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Service Instructions Lubricating the M6 Pro The Treadwall panels slide down channels that should be lubricated bi annually, or more often if operation becomes sluggish. 1. White lithium grease in a spray can is commonly available at auto supply and hardware stores.
Page 31 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Safety Tips Safety Tips WARNING - Read all instructions before assembling and using the Treadwall. For Assembly: Be careful when moving and installing larger Treadwall components, as they might require effort to lift and attach. Some steps require two individuals. Have a second person assist you during assembly and make sure to have two ladders on hand.
Page 32: Assembly Instructions
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Assembly Instructions Before Assembly: The most important first step is to consider carefully the location and position of your Treadwall. A location that is too visible - for example in the direct focus of members using CV equipment or walking in the entrance - may discourage people from climbing.
Page 33: A-Frame Assembly
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 A-Frame Assembly Parts Needed Upper frames Lower Frames—The right side has a wire which goes to the rear of the Treadwall Horizontals X-brace components—The two short pieces and two long pieces are packed with the channels, the turnbuckles are in the hardware box.
Page 34 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 A-Frame Assembly Assemble the lower frame as shown. Tighten the bolts firmly but not too tight. Be careful not to distort the metal. Detail: A...
Page 35 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 A-Frame Assembly Assemble the upper frames to the lower frames Note: The top frames have holes in the back legs for the upper horizontal. Make sure these holes are at the back when you assemble the frames.
Page 36 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 A-Frame Assembly Until the x-braces are connected and tightened, the frame will be quite shaky. Don't stand on any part of the frame until it is completed - use ladders. Assemble the top horizontal along with the long x-brace assemblies.
Page 37: Main Channel Assembly
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Main Channel Assembly Parts Needed Angle Adjuster Tube Internal X-bracing Panels Stiffies 4 chain boxes, hardware box, hold box, and Ladder line box Upper and lower shaft—upper shaft has bearings. Main channels—Right side has hydraulic speed control...
Page 38 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Main Channel Assembly The next few steps involve lifting and installing parts at the top of the Treadwall. This is about 9 feet off the ground and some of the parts are quite heavy and awkward. You should have two 8 foot stepladders and two people for this part of the installation.
Page 39 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Main Channel Assembly Install the left and right channels by hooking them onto the main shaft directly behind the square bearings. This diagram shows the assembly after the left channel has been installed and the right channel is being put into place.
Page 40 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Main Channel Assembly Install the lower shaft into the bearings at the bottom of the channels. One sprocket on the lower shaft is loose, this should go on the left side of the machine. This does not require a set screw —...
Page 41 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Main Channel Assembly Install the angle-adjuster tube through the holes with plastic bushings in the channels. The wheel is usually located on the right side of the Treadwall, but it can be on either side, depending on the location.
Page 42 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Main Channel Assembly Wind the other end of the cable until it is the right length for the turnbuckle and attach it to the rear of the frame (fig. 4). Tighten the turnbuckle and get all the coils nice and tight.
Page 43 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Main Channel Assembly Before raising the shroud into position, make sure that the front two flange-bolts on each square bearing are quite loose. There should be a 1/4" gap between the head of each flange-bolt and the bearing.
Page 44 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Main Channel Assembly Bring the wire from the top of the right A-frame through the grommet near the top of the right channel and down through the wire clips. Inside, about a foot below the grommet, plug it into the main wiring harness.
Page 45 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Main Channel Assembly Pushdown Bolt Remove the cover at the top of the right channel. The hydraulic pump is mounted in slots so it can slide up and down. Make sure it is as high as it can be.
Page 46 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Main Channel Assembly To install the main chains, Set the speed lever to 0, then drape one chain over the large sprockets under the shroud with the tabs facing out. The second half of the chain will need to be attached, be careful to attach the correct ends of the chain together to maintain the 6”...
Page 47 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Main Channel Assembly Each panel has a metal stiffener that must be mounted on the back (smooth side) before installing the panel onto the Treadwall. Place the panel face down on a piece of cardboard, line up the stiffy, and press it into place - stepping on it with your foot if necessary.
Page 48 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Main Channel Assembly Continue installing panels, alternating the hole spacing. Use the speed control lever to control the descent of the panels. As you install panels they will move down by their weight. There will come a point where...
Page 49 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Main Channel Assembly Put on the post pads under the cables as shown and secure with 4 wire ties. The ties are spaced evenly along the length of the post pad starting 2" from each end and secured with moderate tension.
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Page 51 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Main Channel Assembly Final Tests Before installing the final panel, inspect the inside of the Treadwall: 1) There may be air trapped in the hydraulic oil after transport: this will cause the unit to run quite rough (cavitation) until the air is slowly released into the reservoir.
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Page 53: Glossary
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Glossary Angle ....The position of the center section of the Treadwall in relation to a vertical wall Channels ..... Long metal pieces on either side of the Treadwall, where the panels slide Digital Counter ..An electronic display which tracks the climbers progress Hold ......
Page 54: Warranty
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Treadwall® Limited Warranty 1. WHO IS COVERED? The original purchaser of any model Treadwall (“Original Purchaser”) may only enforce this warranty. 2. ORIGINAL PURCHASER OBLIGATIONS a. The Original Purchaser assumes full responsibility that this Treadwall purchased meets the specifications, capacity and other requirements of the Customer.
Page 55 Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Treadwall® Limited Warranty 5. WHAT IS NOT COVERED a. Normal wear and tear is excluded from this warranty. No warranty shall be provided in the event the Tread- wall is modified by original purchaser, for parts not approved by Brewer's Ledge Inc., or for warranty-related service other than by personnel authorized by Brewer's Ledge Inc.
Page 56: Contact Info
Treadwall M6 Pro Owner’s Manual—2017 Contact Information Website WWW.BREWERFITNESS.COM Email SALES@BREWERFITNESS.COM Address Please come by for a visit some time! 87 York ave. Randolph, MA 02368 Phone 1-800-707-9616...