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Model No. VMTL83607.1 Serial No. USER’S MANUAL Write the serial number in the space above for future reference. Serial Number Decal UESTIONS? At FreeMotion Fitness, we are committed to providing complete customer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if parts are damaged or missing, PLEASE CONTACT THE STORE WHERE YOU PUR- CHASED THIS PRODUCT.
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Exploded Drawing ............. . .36 FREEMOTION is a registered trademark of ICON IP, Inc.
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HOW TO CONTACT CUSTOMER CARE If you have questions after reading this manual, if you require assistance, or if you need to order replacement parts, please contact Customer Care at the address or phone number listed below. Please be prepared to pro- vide the following information: •...
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WARNING: 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. FREEMO- TION 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 move the reset/off circuit the treadmill, and before performing the breaker to the “off”...
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WARNING DECAL PLACEMENT The decal shown here has been applied in the indicated locations. If the decal is miss- ing or illegible, see the front cover of this manual and re- quest a free replacement decal. Apply the decal in the location shown.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN Congratulations for selecting the revolutionary ing this manual, please see the front cover of this man- FREEMOTION ® t7.5 treadmill. The t7.5 treadmill offers ual. To help us assist you, note the product model an impressive array of features designed to help you number and serial number before contacting us.
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3 1/2” Bolt (64)–2 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 the included hex key and your own adjustable wrench 1/2”...
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1. Place the Uprights (96) near the front of the Base Frame (75) as shown. Connect the 80" Wire Harness (46) in the Base Frame (75) to the 55" Wire Harness (48) in the right Upright (96). See the inset drawing. The connectors should slide together easily and snap into place.
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3. The Wheels (91) may be preattached. If they are not, complete this step. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the Uprights (96) and insert a Wheel (91) inside the bottom of each Upright. Attach the Wheels (91) with two 3/8" x 2 1/2" Wheel Bolts (34), two 3/8"...
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5. Have a second person hold the Handrail (100) near the Upright Brackets (98, 99). Connect the TV cables in the Handrail to the TV cables in the Left Upright Bracket. Cables Connect the 55" Wire Harness (48) in the Right Upright Bracket (98) to the 35"...
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If you purchased the optional personal television, follow the steps below. 7. Remove the three #8 x 1/2" Console Cover Screw (121) from the Console Cover (105). Discard the Console Cover. 8. Have a second person hold the TV Console (138) near the Console Back (49).
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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 treadmill or of injury, do not lift the frame by the plastic front cover or by the handrail.
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TREADMILL OPERATION THE PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec- tric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with high- an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding performance lubricant.
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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 front cover of this manual. VMTLTV Console (VMTL83907,VMTL83607)
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CONSOLE DIAGRAM SPEED FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE grams designed to help you achieve specific fitness goals. For example, lose unwanted pounds with the The treadmill console offers an impressive array of iFIT Weight Loss program, or train for a long-distance features designed to make your workouts more effec- run with the iFIT Marathon program.
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HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE SPEED 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 clear modes.
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HOW TO USE A PERSONAL TRAINER WORKOUT segment, the next Current Segment segment of the pro- 1. Insert the key into the console. file will begin to flash and the speed See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page and incline settings will appear at the top of the display...
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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 treadmill will begin moving. Hold the handrails and begin walking.
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HOW TO USE A FITNESS TEST WORKOUT 4. Press the Start/Stop button to start the workout. The fitness test workouts measure your relative fitness A moment after you press the Start/Stop button, level. For the most accurate results, use a fitness test the treadmill will automatically adjust to the first workout when you are not feeling tired, when you have speed and incline settings of the fitness test.
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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 and begin walking. CAUTION: If you have heart prob- The heart rate workouts are divided into several lems, or if you are over 60 years of age and one-minute segments.
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HOW TO USE A CUSTOM WORKOUT segment. At the end of each segment, a series of tones will sound, the next segment of the profile will 1. Insert the key into the console. begin to flash, and the speed or incline setting for the next segment will appear in the display to alert See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 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.
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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 main- tenance, please see the front 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 front 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 phe- nolic coating on the Walking Platform (63). Lift the Walking Platform and the Walking Belt (64) to the position shown by the dot- ted lines. Slide the Walking Platform out of the Walking Belt, turn it, and then slide it back into the Walking Belt.
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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.
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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 see the front cover of this manual. PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a.
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PROBLEM: The walking belt is off-center or slips when walked on SOLUTION: a. If the walking belt has shifted to the right: Remove the key and unplug the power cord. Using the included hex key, turn the 5/16" x 4 3/8"...
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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 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...
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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.
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LIMITED WARRANTY FreeMotion Fitness warrants this product to be free 5. Use or storage of the product outdoors or in high- from defects in workmanship and material under nor- humidity environments including spa and pool mal use and service conditions. The warranty period areas.
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PART LIST—Model No. VMTL83607.1 R0108A 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 1/4" x 1" Bolt Motor Washer 3/8"...
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