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Model No. 831.297580 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for future reference. Serial Number Decal CAUTION Read all precautions and instruc- USER'S MANUAL tions in this manual before using this equipment. Save this manual for future reference.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ..............2 BEFORE YOU BEGIN .
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13. Never start the treadmill while you are stand- THE TREADMILL on page 17.) You must be ing on the walking belt. Always hold the able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order handrails while using the treadmill. to raise, lower, or move the treadmill.
831.297580. The serial number can be cising, the unique IMAGE ¨ 10.8Q can be folded up, re- found on a decal attached to the treadmill (see the quiring less than half the floor space of other treadmills.
ASSEMBLY Assembly requires two people. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. No tools are required for assembly. 1. With the help of a second person, carefully raise the Uprights (115) until the treadmill is in the position shown.
HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR HOW TO PUT ON THE HEART RATE MONITOR use, it may remain activated longer than necessary, draining the battery prematurely. The heart rate monitor consists of two components: ¥ Store the heart rate monitor in a warm, dry place. the chest strap and the sensor unit (see the drawing Do not store the heart rate monitor in a plastic bag below).
OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT THE PERFORMANT LUBE WALKING BELT This product is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illus- Your treadmill features a walking belt coated with trated in drawing 1 below. A temporary adapter that PERFORMANT LUBE , a high-performance lubricant.
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DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE Note: If there is a thin sheet of clear plastic on the face of the console, remove it. FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE CAUTION: To reduce the risk of The treadmill console offers an impressive array of serious injury, read the following precautions features designed to make your workouts more effective.
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DIAGRAM OF THE CONSOLE K. SET WEIGHT buttonsÑThese buttons are used to enter your weight into the console. Refer to the drawing on the opposite page. L. SET AGE buttonsÑThese buttons are used to enter A. Workout profilesÑThese profiles show how the your age into the console.
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Put on the heart rate monitor if desired. HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE For the PULSE/CALORIES display to show your heart rate, the heart rate monitor must be worn. To Insert the key into the console. put on the heart rate monitor, see HOW TO USE THE HEART RATE MONITOR on page 6.
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Follow your progress with the four displays. DISTANCE/LAP dis- playÑThis display PULSE/CALORIES dis- shows both the dis- playÑThis display tance you have walked shows both your heart and the number of laps rate (if the heart rate you have completed monitor is worn) and the (one lap equals 1/4 approximate number of...
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Put on the heart rate monitor if desired. HOW TO USE THE INCLINE PROGRAMS AND THE SPEED PROGRAMS For the PULSE/CALORIES display to show your heart rate, the heart rate monitor must be worn. To put on the heart rate monitor, see HOW TO USE Insert the key into the console.
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If a speed program is selected: When the START HOW TO USE THE PULSE DRIVEN PROGRAMS button is pressed, the walking belt will begin to move at 1.0 mph, the speed setting shown in the first col- umn of the LED matrix. After one minute (or 90 sec- Insert the key into the console.
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Put on the heart rate monitor. HOW TO CREATE A CUSTOM PROGRAM The heart rate monitor must be worn when a pulse driven program is used. See HOW TO USE THE Insert the key into the console. HEART RATE MONITOR on page 6. Note: A pulse driven program can be started without a heart rate See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 9.
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Press the RECORD button and program the de- HOW TO USE A CUSTOM PROGRAM sired speed and incline settings. When the RECORD button is pressed, the indicator Insert the key into the console. on the button will light. Speed and incline settings can be programmed only when the indicator on See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 9.
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When the first one-minute segment of the program HOW TO SELECT THE INFORMATION MODE is completed, all columns of the LED matrix will move one position to the left, the speed setting of The console features an information mode that keeps the second segment will be shown in the flashing track of the total time and distance accumulated on the column, and the speed of the treadmill will change...
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill, unplug the power cord. Caution: You must be able to safely lift 45 pounds (20 kg) in order to raise, lower, or move the treadmill. 1.
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the simple steps below. If further assistance is needed, call our toll-free HELPLINE at 1-800-736-6879, Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Central Time (excluding holidays). PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a.
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PROBLEM: The walking belt is off-center when walked on a. If the walking belt has shifted to the left, first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the allen wrench, turn the left adjustment bolt clock- wise 1/4 of a turn. Plug in the power cord, insert the key and run the treadmill for a few minutes.
CONDITIONING GUIDELINES Burning Fat WARNING: Before beginning To burn fat, you must exercise at a low intensity level this or any exercise program, consult your for a sustained period of time. During the first few physician. This is especially important for in- minutes of exercise, your body uses easily accessible dividuals over the age of 35 or individuals carbohydrate calories for energy.
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Cool-down tween workouts. After a few months, you may com- plete up to five workouts each week if desired. Finish each workout with 5 to 10 minutes of stretching to cool down. This will increase the flexibility of your The key to success is to make exercise a regular and muscles and will help to prevent post-exercise problems.
PART LISTÑModel No. 831.297580 R0198A Note: To identify the parts listed below, refer to the EXPLODED DRAWING attached at the center of this manual. Qty. Description Qty. Description Frame Sensor Wire Screw Shock Spring Nut Walking Belt Spring Bolt Belly Pan Spacer Cushion Spring Motor Pivot Nut Front Isolator...
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Qty. Description Qty. Description Platform Washer Cushion Isolator Stop Bracket Incline Motor Spacer Incline Motor Bolt Incline Shield Small Star Washer Motor Isolator Incline Disk 14Ó White Wire, 2 Female Console Bracket Screw 14Ó White Wire, Male/Female Incline Motor 14Ó Blue Wire, 2 Female I-Bolt 8Ó...
The model number and serial number of your IMAGE ¨ 10.8Q tread- Model No. 831.297580 mill are listed on a decal attached to the frame. See the front cover of this manual to find the location of the decal. QUESTIONS? All replacement parts are available for immediate purchase or special order when you visit your nearest SEARS Service Center.
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