Bowflex TREADCLIMBER 1000 Owner's Manual
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- Page 1 ® ® Bowflex TreadClimber 1000, 3000 & 5000 ® ® Owner’s Manual Nautilus Bowflex Schwinn Fitness StairMaster Universal Nautilus Institute ® ® ® ® ® ® P/N 001-7202 Rev C (05/09)
- Page 3 Increase your muscle strength • Decrease your overall percentage of body fat Whether you are just getting started in an exercise program or are already in good shape, the Bowflex ® TreadClimber fitness machine is designed to be an efficient, easy and fun way to achieve an enhanced level of ®...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Check Belt Tension ............................17 Workout Instructions ..............................18 Determining Your Fitness Level ........................18 Treadmill Workout .............................20 Locking the Treadles for Treadmill Workout ....................20 Starting a Treadmill Workout ..........................21 Starting a Stair-Stepper Workout ........................22 Bowflex TreadClimber Workout .........................23 ® ® Preliminary TreadClimber Workout ......................25 ®... -
Page 5: Product Features
Product Features Workout Level Setting Dials Console Belt Guides (Rear View) Hydraulic Resistance Cylinders Transport Handles, Incoming Power Plug, and Main Power Switch Locking Lever Treadle Side Foot Support Platforms Owner’s Manual... -
Page 6: Product Specifications
Product Specifications Physical Dimensions Length 46 inches (117 cm) Width 28.5 inches (72.5 cm) Height 55.25 inches (140.5 cm) Weight 185 pounds (84 kg) Shipping Weight 220 pounds (100 kg) System Capacities Maximum Weight Capacity 300 lbs (136 kgs) Speed TC1000 0.5 to 3.8 MPH (0.8 to 6.1KPH ) TC3000 and TC5000... -
Page 7: Important Safety Warnings
Important Safety Warnings This icon means a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Before using this equipment, obey the following warnings: To decrease the risk of burns, electric shock, or injury to persons, read and understand the complete Owner’s Manual. -
Page 8: Emergency Stop Procedures
Important Safety Warnings • Keep the walking belt clean and dry. • Keep power cord away from heat source and hot surfaces. • Do not drop or put objects into any opening of the machine. • This machine must be connected to an appropriate, dedicated electrical circuit. Nothing else must be connected to the circuit •... -
Page 9: Helpful Hints
The mat protects floors from scratches and perspiration and it gives workout ® ® areas a clean, finished look. For more information on this accessory and other Bowflex products available from Nautilus, Inc. check out: ® www.nautilus.com or www.treadclimber.com. -
Page 10: Care Of The Machine
Gently lift each side of the belt and apply a few drops of the lubricant. Always use a silicone-based lubricant. Never use a de greaser like WD-40 on the Bowflex TreadClimber ®... -
Page 11: Inspecting
Care of the Machine Inspecting 1. Visually inspect the TreadClimber machine every time you use it for wear, damage, or loose parts. ® 2. Inspect the frame for any rust, bubbling, or paint chips during the weekly cleaning. The salt in perspiration can damage the unpainted surfaces. -
Page 12: Getting Started
Safety Precautions and that the manual is available to them. Before You Start 1. Make sure you have verified or calibrated your machine as outlined in Step 19 of the Assembly Manual or page 28 of this manual before using your Bowflex TreadClimber exercise machine for the first time. -
Page 13: Select Your Workout Level
If you are new to exercise, are pregnant, have a heart condition or any physical limitation, failure to consult your physician before engaging in physical exercise, such as using the Bowflex TreadClimber exercise machine, could result in serious injury or death. If ®... -
Page 14: Adjusting Workout Level Settings
Getting Started Never change your Workout Level Settings without stopping the Bowflex TreadClimber belts and getting ® ® completely off the machine. Failure to do so could result in injury. Adjusting Workout Level Settings If you wish to change your Workout Level Settings during a workout, you must get off the machine before changing the settings. -
Page 15: Pausing Or Stopping
6 seconds until the workout is resumed or the console is turned off. 3. You may restart your workout by pushing the START/STOP button again. If you do not push START/STOP again to resume your workout within 5 minutes, your Bowflex TreadClimber ®... -
Page 16: Tc 5000 Displays
Getting Started TC 5000 Displays • HEART RATE/BEATS PER MIN – Displays your heart rate in beats per minute when you are correctly wearing and using the TreadClimber ® heart rate transmitter chest-strap or a TreadClimber compatible heart rate transmitter ®... -
Page 17: Remote Heart Module (Tc5000 Only)
A one year life is expected, replacement part T41 is available from Polar or Nautilus, Inc. ® How to Use Your Chest Strap Using the Bowflex TreadClimber heart rate transmitter chest strap, you can monitor your ® ®... -
Page 18: Information About Heart Rate Calculations
Getting Started Information About Heart Rate Calculations Your maximum heart rate generally declines with age from about 220 Beats Per Minute (BPM) in childhood to about 160 BPM at age 60. This fall in heart rate is fairly linear, decreasing by approximately one BPM per year. There is no strong evidence to suggest that training influences the decline in maximum heart rate. -
Page 19: Tc3000 Features
Getting Started TC3000 Features TC3000 Displays • CLIMB/TOTAL STEPS – This displays the total steps you have taken since starting your workout. • CALORIES/CALORIES PER MINUTE: This screen toggles between the total calories burned (whole number) and calories per minute (to one decimal place). •... -
Page 20: Setting English Or Metric Measurement Units (Tc3000 And Tc5000)
Getting Started Setting English or Metric Measurement Units (TC3000 and TC5000) You can configure the TC5000 and TC3000 Consoles to display in Miles or Kilometers: 1. Turn the Main Power Switch on the Bowflex TreadClimber base to ‘On’. ® ®... -
Page 21: Walking Belt Adjustment
Getting Started Walking Belt Adjustment If either of the walking belts seem to be tracking excessively to one side or the other, adjustments can be made at the front roller of each treadle. Misalignment Test and Resolution Visual Test – Standing beside the unit, set the speed at 1.5 mph. Standing in front of the unit you will see adjustment bolts on each end of each front roller. -
Page 22: Workout Instructions
Workout Instructions Determining Your Fitness Level Endurance is an important way to determine your fitness level. Before you begin exercising on your Bowflex ® TreadClimber exercise machine, you will want to benchmark your current endurance level, based on how well you feel ®... - Page 23 If at any time you wish to raise your endurance, you should retest your Perceived Exertion Level. If you follow our workout program, you should see a marked improvement in your endurance after just a few workouts on your Bowflex TreadClimber exercise machine.
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Page 24: Treadmill Workout
Workout Instructions Treadmill Workout Treadles Each Bowflex TreadClimber treadle is a separate treadmill with its own belt, however both treadles are driven by the ® ® same axle and motor. This assures that each belt travels at the same speed. Further, the treadles are interconnected, which provides a balanced relationship between the left and right sides during the workout to give the most cushioned effect to your joints. -
Page 25: Starting A Treadmill Workout
Workout Instructions Starting a Treadmill Workout (TC3000 and TC5000) 1. Make sure you have locked the treadles, following the guidelines in the Locking the Treadles section in this manual. 2. Push POWER to turn on the Console. The console will NOT power up if the Safety Key is not properly inserted into the Safety Keyhole. -
Page 26: Starting A Stair-Stepper Workout
Workout Instructions Starting a Stair-Stepper Workout (TC3000 and TC5000) 1. Push POWER to turn on the Console (the console will NOT power up if the Safety Key is not properly inserted into the Safety Keyhole). 2. Input your weight. For first time use, follow the weight-input instructions for Starting a TreadClimber Workout on ®... -
Page 27: Bowflex ® Treadclimber ® Workout
Workout Instructions Bowflex TreadClimber Workout ® ® A TreadClimber workout combines stair-stepping with moving belts and gently supported resistance, providing you a ® workout that burns calories faster than almost any cardiovascular exercise machine you have ever experienced. While you may use your TreadClimber... - Page 28 Note: Belts may take two to three seconds to start. 7. Once the belts have started, you may step onto the treadles at any time. Note: If you are new to the Bowflex TreadClimber machine, make sure to start your workout at a slower speed, ®...
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Page 29: Preliminary Treadclimber ® Workout
Based on your Perceived Exertion Level (see the Determining Your Fitness Level section at the beginning of the Workout Instructions section of this manual), follow the Preliminary Workout guidelines to ease yourself into a weekly Bowflex TreadClimber regimen. This regimen may include varying stair-stepper, treadmill ®... - Page 30 Workout Instructions Beginner Level Intermediate Level Advanced Level Week 1 Week 1 Week 1 • 3 x per week – treadmill workout with • 3 x per week, perform a TreadClimber • 2 days interval training – 30 minutes ® treadles locked at 2 MPH pace for 30 workout at steady, constant pace for •...
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Page 31: Repairs And Maintenance
Worn or damaged components should be replaced immediately or the equipment removed from service until the repair is made. Only manufacturer supplied components should be used to maintain/repair the equipment. Never attempt to make any diagnostic repairs on your own. Alway contact a Bowflex TreadClimber ®... -
Page 32: Verify Speed Sensor (Tc1000 Only)
Repairs and Maintenance Verify Speed Sensor (TC1000 only) IMPORTANT!! NAUTILUS STRONGLY RECOMMENDS THAT YOU TEST THE SPEED SENSOR BY PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING TEST BEFORE FIRST USE. Main Power Switch “On” Procedure to verify proper Speed Sensor Connection and Operation With your TreadClimber machine plugged into a ®... -
Page 33: Calibration (Tc3000 And Tc5000 Only)
Do NOT interrupt calibration. When calibration has finished “CAL” “PASS” wil show in the TIME display. Remove and re-insert the Safety Key to clear the display. When the Bowflex TreadClimber exercise machine has ® ®... -
Page 34: If Calibration Fails (Screen Displays "Cal Fail" Message)
Repairs and Maintenance If Calibration Fails (Screen Displays “Cal Fail” Message): This error usually indicates that the console is unable to determine the speed of the belts. Take the following steps: 1. Unplug the unit and remove the three back covers. 2. -
Page 35: Parts
Parts Ordering Replacement Parts Call a Bowflex TreadClimber Representative at 1-800-NAUTILUS (1-800-628-8458) to order replacement parts and ® ® get assistance with your specific replacement or service requirements. TC1000 Overlay Console Assembly (Not illustrated) Console Top Electronics Limit Switch Tether Housing... - Page 36 Parts Walking Belts R. Rear Belt Guide (L. Rear Belt Guide Not Shown) Deck Front Roller Keeper R. Outer Treadle Skin Foot Platform Front Roller Front Roller Bracket Inner Treadle Skin (L & R) Front Roller Bracket L. Outer Treadle Skin Treadle Rear Roller Bracket Friction...
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Page 38: Bowflex Treadclimber 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
® ® Bowflex TreadClimber 100% Satisfaction Guarantee We want you to know that your Bowflex TreadClimber machine is a superior product. Your ® ® satisfaction is guaranteed. If, for any reason, you are not 100% satisfied with your TreadClimber ®... -
Page 39: Important Contact Numbers
NORTh AMERICA EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE CUSTOMER SERVICE Tel: (800) 605-3369 Nautilus International GmbH E-mail: bowflex@nautilus.com Albin-Köbis-Str. 4 51147 Köln CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS Tel: + 49 02203 2020 0 Nautilus, Inc. Fax: + 49 02203 2020 45 45 World Headquarters E-mail: technics@nautilus.com... - Page 40 Printed in China © 2009 Nautilus, Inc., All rights reserved ™ and ® indicate a trademark or registered trademark. Nautilus, Inc. trademarks include NAUTILUS®, BOWFLEx®, STAIRMASTER®, SCHWINN® and UNIVERSAL® and respective logos. 1-800-NAUTILUS www.nautilus.com. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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