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www.iconfitness.com USER'S MANUAL Model No. SFTL27808.2 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? If you have questions, or if parts are damaged or missing, DO NOT CON- TACT THE STORE; please contact Customer Care.
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. ICON as- sumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage sustained by or through the use of this product.
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18. The treadmill is capable of high speeds. Adjust the speed in small increments to 23. Inspect and properly tighten all parts of the avoid sudden jumps in speed. treadmill regularly. 19. The pulse sensor is not a medical device. 24.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the revolutionary ing this manual, please see the front cover of this man- FREEMOTION T5.8 treadmill. The T5.8 treadmill of- ual. To help us assist you, note the product model ® fers an impressive selection of features designed to number and serial number before contacting us.
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. Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant. During shipping, some lubricant may be transferred to the top of the walking belt or the shipping carton.
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1. Make sure that the Power Cord Plastic Ties (70) is unplugged. Be careful not to pinch the Power Cord. Slide the Upright Cover (not shown) off the Upright (81). Orient the Upright (81) and the plastic ties as shown. Set the Upright on the tabs on the Frame (53).
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3. Slide the Upright Cover (80) downward onto the Upright (81). Be careful not to pinch the Upright Wire (111). Be careful not to hit the ceiling with the Upright Cover. 4. Have a second person hold the handrail assem- bly near the Upright (81).
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5. Have a second person hold the Console (101) near the handrail assembly. Connect the Upright Wire (111) and the handrail wires to the console wires. Make sure that the console wire and the handrail wire that you are connecting have connectors that are the same size.
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7. Make sure that the teeth on the Fan Grill (102) are on the outside of the Upright Cover (80) and sit inside the grooves on the Upright Cover. Tighten two #6 x 5/8" Machine Screws (128) into the Upright Cover (80) in the locations shown. Be careful not to overtighten the Machine Screws.
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9. Remove the packaging from the Handrail Cover (86). Attach the Handrail Cover (86) to the handrail assembly with six #8 x 2 1/4" Machine Screws (3). Start all six Machine Screws but do not tighten them yet. Start the indicated Machine Screws first.
HOW TO USE THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR HOW TO PUT ON THE CHEST PULSE SENSOR • Store the chest pulse sensor in a warm, dry place. Do not store the chest pulse sensor in a plastic bag The chest pulse sensor consists of two components: or other container that may trap moisture.
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT THE PRE-LUBRICATED WALKING BELT IMPORTANT: The treadmill is not compatible with GFCI-equipped outlets and may not be compatible with AFCI-equipped outlets. Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with high- performance lubricant. IMPORTANT: Never apply sil- icone spray or other substances to the walking This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit belt or the walking platform.
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CONSOLE DIAGRAM FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE The console also features the new iFit interactive work- out system. The iFit system is compatible with iFit inter- The treadmill console offers an impressive array of active workout cards containing workouts designed to features designed to make your workouts more effec- help you achieve specific fitness goals.
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HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE 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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4. Change the incline of the treadmill as desired. Regardless of which display mode you select, the speed or incline setting will appear in the display To change the incline of the treadmill, press the for a few seconds each time you change the set- Incline increase and decrease buttons or one of ting.
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7. Turn on the fan if desired. HOW TO USE A PERSONAL TRAINER WORKOUT 1. Insert the key into the console. The fan has high and low speed settings. Press the Fan button repeatedly to select a fan speed or to turn off the fan.
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3. Start the walking belt. of the workout begins, the treadmill will auto- matically adjust to the speed and incline set- tings for the next segment. Note: If you use an Press the Start/Stop button to start the workout. A moment after you press the button, the treadmill Interval workout, the incline will not adjust automat- will automatically adjust to the first speed and in-...
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HOW TO USE A WALK/RUN WORKOUT OR A During the workout, the profile will show the speed MANUAL CONTROL WORKOUT of the walking belt. As you exercise, change the speed and incline of the walking belt as desired by 1. Insert the key into the console. pressing the Speed and Incline buttons.
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HOW TO USE A FITNESS TEST WORKOUT automatically adjust to the first speed and incline settings of the fitness test. Begin walking on the The fitness test workouts measure your relative fitness treadmill. Note: For the most accurate results, do level.
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HOW TO USE A HEART RATE WORKOUT will begin to move and the treadmill will automati- cally adjust to the first speed and incline settings of CAUTION: the workout. Hold the handrails and begin walking. 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 and the next segment of the pro- 1. Insert the key into the console. file will begin to flash. If a new speed or incline set- ting is programmed for the next segment of the See step 1 on page 15.
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HOW TO USE AN IFIT WORKOUT will automatically adjust to the first speed and in- cline settings of the workout. Hold the handrails To purchase iFit cards, please see the front cover of and begin walking. this manual or go to www.iFit.com. iFit cards are also available at select stores.
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HOW TO USE THE MAINTENANCE MODE 3. Create a custom workout. The console has a maintenance mode that keeps track If desired, create a custom workout. Press the of the total number of hours that the treadmill has been Display button until the desired custom workout is operated and the total distance that the walking belt highlighted.
HOW TO MOVE THE TREADMILL Due to the size and weight of the treadmill, moving it requires two or three persons. Before moving the treadmill, plug in the power cord and insert the key into the console (see step 1 on page 15). Raise the incline to the highest position (see step 4 on page 16).
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 slows when walked on SOLUTION: a. Use only a single-outlet surge suppressor that meets all of the specifications described on page 13. b. If the walking belt is overtightened, treadmill perfor- mance may decrease and the walking belt may be- 3–4 in.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES WARNING: Burning Fat—To burn fat effectively, you must exer- 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 age 35 or persons with pre-existing health...
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. SFTL 27808.2 R0111A To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING near the end of this manual. Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description 3/8" x 3 1/4" Patch Screw Reed Switch 3/8" Star Washer Controller #8 x 2 1/4"...
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Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description Console Caution Decal Fan Grill Voltage Warning Decal Fan Cover English Warning Decal Console Fan Static Warning Decal Accessory Tray Motor Bracket Speaker 5/16" x 3/8" Washer Head Bolt Key/Clip 4" Console Ground Wire Audio Wire 8"...
ICONʼs option, the product through one of its authorized service centers. All re- pairs for which warranty claims are made must be preauthorized by ICON. If the product is shipped to a service center, freight charges to and from the service center will be the customerʼs responsibility. For replacement parts shipped while the product is under warranty, the customer will be responsible for a minimal handling charge.
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