M8 – Owner’s Manual INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this product. This Owner’s Manual will guide you through the setup procedures and outline the key features. Please keep it handy for future reference. This product has been designed and manufactured for studio use, and even though we go to great efforts to ensure the quality of each product, occasional errors, and/or omissions do occur.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 1. SAFETY 1. 1 Important Safety Notes IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions and warnings before assembly and operation. To assure the correct use of the product, basic safety measures should always be followed including the warnings and cautions listed in this Owner’s Manual.
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M8 – Owner’s Manual 1. 1 Important Safety Notes (Continued) WARNING: Please consult your physician before starting a workout or a training program. Its best to have your doctor review your training and diet programs first so that he can advise the best workout routine for you.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 1. 2 Grounding Instructions This equipment must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This equipment is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 1.4 Emergency Stop Key & Emergency Stop Button Emergency Stop Key The Emergency Stop Key is to prevent user’s injuries from falling down due to lack of Emergency Stop Key familiarity with the speed or usage of the treadmill.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 2.2 Machine Overview Adjustable Fan Console Set Emergency Stop Button & Key Bottle Holder Handlebar Quick Shift Heart Rate Handlebar Console Mast Running Belt Motor Cover Power Switch Front Transport Wheel Power Cord Inlet Front Transport Wheel...
M8 – Owner’s Manual 2.3 Location and Transportation Location Place the equipment on a level surface. Do NOT place it in any area that will block any vents or air openings. This equipment should not be located in a garage, covered patio, near water or outdoors.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 2.4 Unpacking To unpack the treadmill, please the following steps: 1. Carefully remove all staples from the carton. 2. Open the Carton 1 and remove the packing materials to take out the Console Set. (Fig 2.4-1) Carton 1 Fig 2.4-1...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual 2.4 Unpacking (Continued) Please verify that you have parts as per the list shown below: NOTE: Make sure that Serial Number on Carton 1 matches that on Carton 2. Console Set □ Carton 1 Right/ Left □...
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2.4.1 Hardware Kit Please verify the hardware kit list as shown below: STEP 2 STEP 3 (1) M8 x 20mm Screws (8 PCS) (1) M8 x 15mm Screws (6 PCS) (2) M8 Flat Washers (6 PCS) (2) M8 Lock Washers (8 PCS) (3) M8 Flat Washers (8 PCS) (for Console Mast Set &...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual 2.4.2 Tools Please verify the tools list as shown below: Allen Wrench (5mm) Allen Wrench (6mm) T-handle Allen Wrench Power Cord Locker Power Cord Owner’s Manual Page...
M8 – Owner’s Manual 2.5 Assembly Procedures STEP 1: Remove the Motor Cover. Unscrew the Motor Cover Screws #1 with the provided 5mm Allen Wrench until they flush Motor Cover #2 with the lower edge of the Motor Cover #2 (Fig 2.5-1).
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Left Console NOTE: There are L and R labels on the Mast #1 mast bags. 2) Hand tighten (4) M8 x 20mm Screws together with (4) M8 Lock Washers and (4) M8 Flat Washers. (Fig 2.5-2A) Main Body #2 Fig 2.5-2A 3) Position the Right Console Mast #3 on the Main Body #2.
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Network Cable #2 2) Place the Console on top of the Console Mast. 3) Tighten (6) M8x15mm Screws #4 and (6) Right Console Mast #3 M8 Flat Washers #5 with a 5mm Allen Wrench. (Fig. 5.5-3B) ○ Guiding Wire #1 Fig 2.5-3A...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual STEP 4: Connect the Network Cable. 1) Pull the Network Cable #1 through to the bottom of the mast, and then connect it to Network the Inverter #2. (Fig2.5-4) Cable #1 2) Remove the guiding wire.
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Secure Handle Bar on the Console. Set Use a T-handle Allen Wrench to secure Right/ Left Console Handlebar on the Console with (4) M8x25mm Screws #1 and (4) M8 Flat Washers #2. (Fig 2.5-6) The Right Handle Bar is in a green bag and the Left Handle Bar is in a transparent bag.
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M8 – Owner’s Manual STEP 7: Install the Power Cord Locker and the Power Cord. It’s recommended to incline the treadmill to maximum level for easy installation. 1) Remove the Pre-locked M3x8mm Screw #1 next to Fuse #2. (Fig 2.5-7A)
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M8 – Owner’s Manual STEP 8: Leveling and Install the Adjustable Pad Cover. Leveling Make balance adjustment directly from the Height Adjustment Screws located in the Height Adjustment Screws supporting pads. The equipment should rest evenly on its supporting pads without vibration or swiveling.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 2.6 Adjustments 2.6.1 Runing Belt Adjustments (1) Running Belt Travel Area The running belt should be centered and adjusted within the area which has been indicated by the arrows on right roller cover and left roller cover.
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M8 – Owner’s Manual (3) Running Belt Tension To Increase the Running Belt Tension: Step 1. Place 6mm wrench on the left belt tension bolt. Turn the wrench clockwise 1/4 turn to draw the rear roller and increase the belt tension.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 2.7 Engineering Settings: FACTORY SETTINGS In idle mode, press (Clear) button and press “0001” on numeric keypad then press (Enter) button. MESSAGE window shows “FACTORY SETTINGS” once then provide the information below: NOTE: (clear) button is pressed but the number is wrong or no actions within 10 seconds, it can’t perform login.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 2.8 Test Operation Use the following instructions to test the full speed and incline range of the treadmill and to check the belt for proper operation. CAUTION: During this procedure STAY OFF THE RUNNING BELT! Stand with your feet on the two anti-silp rails.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 3. OPERATION 3.1 Heart Rate System WARNING: The heart rate reading is intended only as an exercise aid and not for medical purposes. Heart rate monitoring systems may be inaccurate. Various factors may affect the accuracy of heart rate readings. Over exercise may result in serious injury or death. If you feel faint, please stop all exercise immediately.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 3.2 Emergency Stop Please refer to “Chapter 1.4 - Emergency Stop Key & Emergency Stop Button” in this owner’s manual. 3.3 Quick Shift Quick Shift allows easy and effective adjustments to speed and incline to accommodate your exercise during workout.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 4. CONSOLE OVERVIEW 4.1 Identifying the Parts of the Console Table 4-1, Parts of the Console - Display Functions Display Definition Displays the estimated calories that you have burned during CALORIES the workout. Displays the distance count (miles or km) in the workout.
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M8 – Owner’s Manual Table 4-2, Parts of the Console - Keypad Function Function Press to quick start or start the program. Press to pause when in use. Stop Incline arrow buttons: - Use the arrow keys to adjust the incline level.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 4.2 Program Profiles and Operation WARNING: Consult a physician before you start an exercise program. Stop exercising if you feel pain or tightness in your chest, become short of breath, or feel faint. Contact your doctor before you use the machine again. Use the values calculated or measured by the machine’s computer for reference purposes only.
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M8 – Owner’s Manual 4.2.2 COURSE Program Five programs (HILL / FATBURN / CARDIO/ STRENGTH / INTERVAL) are provided for user to select. Operation Procedures: Program Selection: (Setting range: 1-5) Press COURSE button. Message window shows “1.HILL Use numeric keypads (1-5) to select 2.FATBURN 3.CARDIO...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual Course Program: HILL Program Profile Incline and Speed changes; Each Profile Program has 32 segments allowing for a variety of workouts. HILL Speed for each incline level is defined as below: L1=6kph / 3.7mph; L2=7kph / 4.3mph;...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual Course Program: FAT BURN Program Profile Incline and Speed changes; Each Profile Program has 32 segments allowing for a variety of workouts. FAT BURN Speed for each incline level is defined as below: L1=6kph/3.7mph; L2=7kph/4.3mph; L3=7kph/4.3mph;...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual Course Program: CARDIO Program Profile Incline and Speed changes; Each Profile Program has 32 segments allowing for a variety of workouts. CARDIO Speed for each incline level is defined as below: L1=6kph/3.7mph; L2=7kph/4.3mph; L3=7kph/4.3mph; L4=8kph/5mph; L5=8kph/5mph;...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual Course Program: STRENGTH Program Profile Incline and Speed changes; Each Profile Program has 32 segments allowing for a variety of workouts. STRENGTH Speed for each incline level is defined as below: L1=6kph/3.7mph; L2=7kph/4.3mph; L3=7kph/4.3mph; L4=8kph/5mph; L5=8kph/5mph;...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual Course Program: INTERVAL Program Profile Speed changes; Each Profile Program has 32 segments allowing for a variety of workouts. Speed for each incline level is defined as INTERVAL below: L1=6kph/3.7mph; L2=7kph/4.3mph; L3=8kph/5mph; L4=9kph/5.6mph; L5=10kph/6.2mph; L6=11kph/6.8mph; L7=12kph/7.5mph The Speed and Incline levels of INTERVAL Program is shown in the chart below.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 4.2.3 CUSTOM Program Operation Procedures: Press CUSTOM TIME setting: (Setting range: 0:00-99:00) button. 1) TIME window shows the preset or the pervious value and flashing. 2) Use numeric keypads, “Speed Fast”, “Speed Slow”, “Incline Up” or “Incline Down” buttons to set TIME and press to next setting.
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M8 – Owner’s Manual 4.2.5 TEST Program IMPORTANT: To use this program a chest belt (optional) must be worn. Operation Procedures: Press TEST button. TEST Program Selection: MESSAGE window shows “1.GERKIN Use numeric keypads (1-8) to select 2.COOPER 3.USMC PFT 4.ARMY PRT TEST PROGRAM.
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M8 – Owner’s Manual 4.2.6 H.R.C Program Operation Procedures: Press H.R.C button. MESSAGE window shows “1.FAT BURN H.R.C. WORKOUT MODE Selection: 2.AEROBIC 3.PERFORMANCE Use numeric keypads (1-4) to select 4.CUSTOMIZE”. workout mode. AGE Setting: 1) TIME window shows the preset age and flashing. MESSAGE window shows “SET AGE THEN PRESS ENTER”.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 5. ENGINEERING MODE 5.1 ENGINEERING MODE 1: Information In idle mode, press (Clear) button and press “0020” on numeric keypad then press (Enter) button. MESSAGE window shows “FACTORY SETTINGS” once then provided the information below: NOTE: (Clear) button is pressed but the number is wrong or no actions within 10 seconds, it can’t perform login.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 5.2 ENGINEERING MODE 2 : Settings In idle mode, press (Clear) button and press “0001” on numeric keypad then press (Enter) button. MESSAGE window shows “FACTORY SETTINGS” once then provided the information below: NOTE: (Clear) button is pressed but the number is wrong or no actions within 10 seconds, it can’t perform login.
Please repeat the login process again. Use numeric keypads to set password and press button to return to idle mode. (Setting range: 0-9999, 0 means lock function is disabled.) 5.3.2 Unlock Please contact Circle Fitness if you need further assistance. Page...
M8 – Owner’s Manual 6. MAINTENANCE 6.1 Preventive Maintenance Tips The safety of this equipment can be maintained only if it is examined regularly for damage or wear. If maintenance is required, keep this equipment out of use until defective parts are repaired or replaced.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 6.3 Troubleshooting the Treadmill SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION Console display A).No power to treadmill. A).Check the on-off switch is on, does not switch indicator shall be light. If illuminate. not light, check AC power cord. B).Console wire is not B).Check...
M8 – Owner’s Manual 6.4 Error Message and Solutions Item Error Message Descriptions Output power is too low while in motion (DC Bus lower than 150V), input voltage of 220VAC system is lower than 110VAC, and input voltage of 110VAC system is lower than 70V AC.
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M8 – Owner’s Manual Item Error Message Descriptions Heat sink of inverter is detected over 85℃, cool it down and restart. Analysis and Solution: Running belt/deck is worn: It will cause the motor current (input current) to be too high, it’s probably in a long term of Moderate...
M8 – Owner’s Manual Item Error Message Descriptions Incline motor won’t reach the selected position. Analysis and Solution: INCLINE Restart the treadmill. Press start then modify the incline up INCLINE to 15. Incline motor got stuck, check and Incline motor works?
(3) Your name (4) Your phone number (5) Model Description: For example, please fill in M8, M7, M7A00A1, EP7, B7 E Plus or etc. Please fill in only one model per submission. (6) Serial Number: It is a one-letter-9-digit code like T141000525, E141200021, R141000064, or B14100059.
M8 – Owner’s Manual 8. APPENDIX 8.1 Reference Tables of the TEST Program IMPORTANT: To use this program a chest belt (optional) must be worn. After heart rate is detected, you will be allowed to set up the program. When the TEST Program button is pressed, 8 different tests available: (1) GERKIN (2)
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (2) COOPER This program assesses your fitness through the distance you can run within 12 minutes. If user completed the 12 minutes test, the test result (distance)will shows on the message window. Refer to the table below to find your corresponding test result (VERY GOOD/ GOOD/ AVERAGE/ BAD/ VERY BAD).
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (3) USMC PFT This is a 4.8 km (3 miles) running test measured against time calculations. The message window changes according to user’s speed. If user reaches the 4.8 km (3 miles), the program will be ended automatically; if user ends the program before 4.8 km (3 miles), the test will be interrupted.
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (4) Army Physical Readiness Test (Army PRT) This is a 3.2 km (2 miles) running test measured against age and gender calculations. The message window changes according to user’s speed. If user reaches the 3.2 km (2 miles), the program will be ended automatically; if user ends the program before 3.2 km (2 miles), the test will be interrupted.
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (4) Army Physical Readiness Test (Army PRT) (CONT'D) Score of the test result, for age group 22-26 Score Score Score Score Time Time Time Time Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female 12:54...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (4) Army Physical Readiness Test (Army PRT) (CONT'D) Score of the test result, for age group 27-31 Score Score Score Score Time Time Time Time Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female 12:54...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (4) Army Physical Readiness Test (Army PRT) (CONT'D) Score of the test result, for age group 32-36 Score Score Score Score Time Time Time Time Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female 12:54...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (4) Army Physical Readiness Test (Army PRT) (CONT'D) Score of the test result, for age group 37-41 Score Score Score Score Time Time Time Time Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female 12:54...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (4) Army Physical Readiness Test (Army PRT) (CONT'D) Score of the test result, for age group 42-46 Score Score Score Score Time Time Time Time Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female 12:54...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (4) Army Physical Readiness Test (Army PRT) (CONT'D) Score of the test result, for age group 47-51 Score Score Score Score Time Time Time Time Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female 12:54...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (4) Army Physical Readiness Test (Army PRT) (CONT'D) Score of the test result, for age group 52-56 Score Score Score Score Time Time Time Time Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female 12:54...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (4) Army Physical Readiness Test (Army PRT) (CONT'D) Score of the test result, for age group 57-61 Score Score Score Score Time Time Time Time Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female 12:54...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (4) Army Physical Readiness Test (Army PRT) Score of the test result, for age group Score Score Score Score Time Time Time Time Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female 12:54 16:24 19:54...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (5) Navy Physical Readiness Test (NAVY PRT) This is a 2.4 km (1.5 miles) running test measured against age and gender calculations. The message window changes according to user’s speed. Refer to the tables below to find your corresponding test points.
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (6) US Air Force Physical Fitness Test (USAF PFT) This is a 2.4 km (1.5 miles) running test measured against age and gender calculations. The message window changes according to user’s speed. If user reaches the 2.4 km (1.5 miles), the program will end automatically; if user ends the program before 2.4 km (1.5 miles), the test will be interrupted.
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (6) US Air Force Physical Fitness Test (USAF PFT) (CONT'D) Male, for age group: 50-59 Male, for age group: 60+ Cardiorespiratory Endurance Cardiorespiratory Endurance Run Time Health Risk Run Time Health Risk Points Points...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (6) US Air Force Physical Fitness Test (USAF PFT) (CONT'D) Female, for age group: < 30 Female, for age group: 30-39 Female, for age group: 40-49 Cardiorespiratory Endurance Cardiorespiratory Endurance Cardiorespiratory Endurance Run Time...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (6) US Air Force Physical Fitness Test (USAF PFT) (CONT'D) Female, for age group: 50-59 Female, for age group: 60+ Cardiorespiratory Endurance Cardiorespiratory Endurance Run Time Health Risk Run Time Health Risk Points Points...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (7) FEDERAL LAW This program with the test of 2.4 km (1.5 miles), applied in the US Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, FBI and other federal organizations supporting and maintaining the federal work. The message window changes according to user’s speed.
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (7) FEDERAL LAW (CONT'D) Male, for age group: 25-29 Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec 08:52 10:55 11:58 13:07 15:03 09:09 10:59 12:01 13:11 15:01 09:21 11:02 12:04 13:15 15:02...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (7) FEDERAL LAW (CONT'D) Male, for age group: 35-39 Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec 09:15 11:36 12:51 14:09 16:14 09:36 11:39 12:54 14:13 16:23 09:49 11:43 12:57 14:18 16:35...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (7) FEDERAL LAW (CONT'D) Male, for age group: 45-49 Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec 09:57 12:53 14:24 15:59 18:19 12:26 12:58 14:29 16:04 18:28 10:41 13:03 14:34 16:10 18:39...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (7) FEDERAL LAW (CONT'D) Male, for age group: 55-59 Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec 10:29 14:31 16:14 17:57 20:36 11:33 14:37 16:19 18:02 20:48 12:00 14:40 16:24 18:08 21:00...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (7) FEDERAL LAW (CONT'D) Female, for age group: ≦24 Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec 10:16 13:23 14:52 16:26 18:40 10:43 13:27 14:57 16:30 18:05 11:02 13:31 15:01 16:35 19:02...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (7) FEDERAL LAW (CONT'D) Female, for age group: 30-34 Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec 10:29 13:28 15:04 17:40 20:04 10:58 13:33 15:08 17:45 20:14 11:17 13:38 15:12 17:50 20:28...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (7) FEDERAL LAW (CONT'D) Female, for age group: 40-44 Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec 11:06 14:56 16:54 18:39 21:03 11:38 15:05 17:02 18:43 21:15 12:05 15:08 17:07 18:47 21:20...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (7) FEDERAL LAW Female, for age group: 50-54 Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec Percentiles min:sec 12:58 16:39 19:11 20:51 23:17 13:38 16:47 19:13 20:52 23:32 14:05 17:00 19:14 20:54 23:38 14:25...
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M8 – Owner’s Manual TEST Program: (8) FITNESS This program automatically sets a 17 minutes running as your goal. During this program, the Profile graphics will not change, and Speed and Incline cannot be manually adjusted. This program cannot be paused while in progress.
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