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® Patent Pending Model No. RBTL71931 USER'S MANUAL Serial No. Find the serial number in the location shown below. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? If you have questions, or if there...
LIMITED WARRANTY ............. . .Back Cover Note: A PART LIST/EXPLODED DRAWING is attached in the center of this manual. REEBOK and the Vector Logo are registered trademarks and service marks of Reebok. This product is manufactured and distributed under license from Reebok International.
10. To purchase a surge suppressor, see AND MOVE THE TREADMILL on page 23.) You your local REEBOK dealer or call 1-877-994- must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to 4999 and order part number 146148.
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22. When folding or moving the treadmill, make 26. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the sure that the storage latch is fully closed. treadmill regularly. 23. When using iFIT.com CDs and videos, an 27. Never insert or drop any object into any electronic “chirping”...
The model number of the treadmill is 290 RS can be folded up, requiring less than half the RBTL71931. The serial number can be found on a floor space of other treadmills. decal attached to the treadmill (see the front cover of this manual for the location).
ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two persons. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove the packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Assembly requires the included allen wrench and your own 9/16” wrench , rubber mallet , and Phillips screwdriver Use the part chart below in identify small parts used in assembly.
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2. With the help of another person, carefully raise the Uprights (117) to the vertical position, with the wheels and the walking platform on the floor as shown on page 5. Insert a Handgrip Post (41) into the tube on top of the left Upright (117).
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5. Attach the matching Right Bottom Handgrip (54) with three 1/2” Screws (51). Attach the Left Top Handgrip (not shown) and the Left Bottom Handgrip (not shown) as described above. 6. Attach the Latch Assembly (37) and the Latch Spacer (39) to the Left Bottom Handgrip (40) with two Latch Ridge Screws (36).
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INSTALLING THE RECEIVER FOR THE OPTIONAL CHEST PULSE SENSOR If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 22), follow the steps below to install the re- ceiver included with the chest pulse sensor. 1. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged. Remove the indicated Screw (51) and the Access Door (120).
Adapter ing 1 at the right). To purchase a surge suppres- Surge Suppressor sor, see your local REEBOK dealer or call 1-877- 994-4999 and order part number 146148. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that is UL 1449 listed as a transient voltage surge sup- pressor (TVSS).
CONSOLE DIAGRAM Manual/Program Indicators Display Program Display Display Program Profiles Note: If there is a thin sheet of plastic Clip on the face of the console, remove it. speed and incline of the treadmill to give you an effec- CAUTION: tive workout.
Each time a button is pressed, the speed setting HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER will change by 0.1 mph; if a button is held down, the speed setting will change in increments of 0.5 mph. To change the speed setting quickly, press Plug in the power cord (see page 10).
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Time/Incline/Segment Measure your heart rate, if desired. Time display—When the manual mode or the To measure your heart rate, use the handgrip iFIT.com mode is se- pulse sensor (follow the instructions below) or the lected, this display will optional chest pulse sensor. Note: Before using show the elapsed time the handgrip pulse sensor, make sure that your and the incline level of the treadmill.
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speed setting for the HOW TO USE PERSONAL TRAINER PROGRAMS Current Segment first segment will be shown in the flashing Insert the key fully into the console. Current Segment col- umn of the program dis- play. (The incline set- See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page tings are not shown in the program display.) The speed settings for the next four segments will...
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To stop the program temporarily, press the Stop HOW TO USE HEART RATE PROGRAMS button. The Time/Incline/Segment Time display will begin to flash. To restart the program, press the Start button or the Speed button. To end the CAUTION: program, press the Stop button, remove the key, If you have heart prob- and then reinsert the key.
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During heart rate pro- The speed and/or incline of the treadmill will then grams, the program change, if needed, to bring your heart rate closer to display will show a the target heart rate setting for the next segment. graphic that represents The program will continue until no time remains in your heart rate.
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HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PORTABLE STEREO HOW TO CONNECT THE TREADMILL TO YOUR CD PLAYER, VCR, OR COMPUTER Note: If your stereo has an RCA-type AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If your stereo has a 3.5mm LINE OUT jack, see instruction B. If your To use iFIT.com CDs, the treadmill must be connected stereo has only a PHONES jack, see instruction C.
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HOW TO CONNECT YOUR HOME STEREO HOW TO CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER Note: If your stereo has an unused LINE OUT jack, Note: If your computer has a 3.5mm LINE OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the LINE OUT jack is see instruction A.
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HOW TO CONNECT YOUR VCR HOW TO USE IFIT.COM CD AND VIDEO PROGRAMS Note: If your VCR has an unused AUDIO OUT jack, see instruction A below. If the AUDIO OUT jack is being used, see instruction B. If you have a TV To use iFIT.com CDs or videocassettes, the treadmill with a built-in VCR, see instruction B.
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If the speed or incline settings are too high or too If the volume is too high or too low, the con- low, you can manually override the settings at any sole may not detect the program signals. time by pressing the Speed or Incline buttons on •...
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Return to the treadmill and stand on the foot HOW TO USE PROGRAMS DIRECTLY FROM rails. Find the clip attached to the key and slide OUR WEB SITE the clip onto the waistband of your clothes. When the on-screen countdown ends, the program Our Web site at www.iFIT.com allows you to access will begin and the walking belt will begin to move.
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THE INFORMATION MODE/DEMO MODE HOW TO USE THE HAND WEIGHTS The console features an information mode that keeps To exercise your upper body as you walk on the tread- track of the total number of hours that the treadmill has mill, hold the 3-pound hand weights at your sides or been operated and the total number of miles that the press them above your head.
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill, adjust the incline to the lowest position. If this is not done, the treadmill may be permanently damaged. Next, unplug the power cord. CAUTION: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.
TROUBLESHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the steps below. Find the symptom that applies, and follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, please call our Customer Service Department toll- free at 1-877-994-4999, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a.
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PROBLEM: The walking belt slows when walked on SOLUTION: a. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 10. b. If the walking belt is overtightened, treadmill perfor- 3”–4” mance may decrease and the walking belt may be- come damaged.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES uses easily accessible carbohydrate calories for en- WARNING: ergy. Only after the first few minutes does your body begin to use stored fat calories for energy. If your goal is to burn fat, adjust the speed and incline of the tread- •...
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.
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PART LIST—Model No. RBTL71931 R0504A No. Qty. Description No. Qty. Description No. Qty. Description Decal Book Rack Power Cord Pulse Sensor Plate Cup Holder, Right Belt Guide Screw Hood Cover 1/2” Screw Belt Guide Motor Hood Console Base, Back Foot Rail Washer...
To order replacement parts, call our Customer Service Department toll-free at 1-877-994-4999, Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Mountain Time (excluding holidays). When ordering parts, please be prepared to give the following information: • The MODEL NUMBER OF THE PRODUCT (RBTL71931) • The NAME OF THE PRODUCT (REEBOK ®...
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