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720T
TRE ADMILL US ER 'S GUID E

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  • Page 1 FOR MODEL : 720T TRE ADMILL US ER ’S GUID E...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Regular use of your treadmill can improve the quality of your life in so many ways. Whether your goal is to win races or simply enjoy a fuller, healthier lifestyle, a Merit Fitness treadmill can help you attain it – adding club-quality performance to your at-home workouts, with the ergonomics and innovative features you need to get stronger and healthier, faster.

  • Page 4: Important Precautions

    I M P OR TAN T P RECAUT I ON S SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this treadmill. When using an electrical product, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this treadmill. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that all users of this treadmill are adequately informed of all warnings and precautions.
  • Page 5 To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons: WARNING • Never use the treadmill before securing the safety tether clip to your clothing. • If you experience any kind of pain, including but not limited to chest pains, nausea, dizziness, or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing.

  • Page 6: Assembly

    AS S E MB LY IMPORTANT: READ THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE! WARNING During the assembly process of the treadmill there are several areas that special attention must be paid. It is very important to follow the assembly instructions correctly and to make sure all parts are firmly tightened.
  • Page 7 4 Hardware Bags 1 Deck Lock Latch If you have questions or if there are any missing parts, contact Customer Tech Support. Contact information is located on the back panel of this manual. For a complete exploded diagram, visit us at www.meritfitness.com...
  • Page 8 PR E- AS S EM BLY NOTE: During each assembly step, ensure that ALL nuts and bolts are in place and partially threaded in before completely tightening any ONE bolt. NOTE: A light application of grease may aid in the installation of hardware. Any grease, such as lithium bike grease is recommended.
  • Page 9 A S S E M BLY ST E P 2 HARDWARE BAG 2 CONTENTS : SPRING WASHER (B) ARC WASHER (D) Qty: 8 Qty: 4 BOLT (A) Qty: 8 FLAT WASHER (C) BOLT (E) Qty: 4 Qty: 2 CONSOLE MAST SUPPORT TUBE BOLT(A) SPRING WASHER (B) ARC WASHER (D)
  • Page 10 A S S EM B LY S T E P  HARDWARE BAG  CONTENTS : BOLT (A) SPRING WASHER (B) WASHER (C) Qty: 4 Qty: 4 Qty: 4 Open HARDWARE BAG . WATER BOTTLE POCKET Attach the CONSOLE to the UPRIGHT MAST using 2 BOLTS (A), and 2 SPRING WASHERS (B) and 2 WASHERS (C) on the...
  • Page 11 A S S E M BLY S T E P  HARDWARE BAG  CONTENTS : SCREW (G) Qty: 4 RUNNING BELT END CAP SCREW (G) A Open HARDWARE BAG . B Fold up the deck C Attach the right END CAP using 2 SCREWS (G).

  • Page 12: Before You Begin

    B E F OR E YO U BEGIN HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF ExERCISE: • Weight Loss • A Healthier Heart • Improved Muscle Tone • Increased Daily Energy Levels The key to reaping these benefits is to develop an exercise habit. Your new treadmill will help you eliminate obstacles that prevent you from exercising.

  • Page 13: Proper Usage

    PROPER USAGE Your treadmill is capable of reaching high speeds. Always start off using a slower speed and adjust the speed in small increments to reach a higher speed level. Never leave the treadmill unattended while it is running. When not in use, remove the safety key, turn the on/off switch to off and unplug the power cord.

  • Page 14: Tensioning The Running Belt

    TENSIONING THE RUNNING BELT The running belt has been properly adjusted at the factory before it was shipped. At times the belt can move off-center during shipment. CAUTION: Running belt should NOT be moving during tensioning. Over-tightening the running belt can cause excessive wear on the treadmill as well as its components.

  • Page 15: Treadmill Operation

    TR E A DM IL L O PE R AT ION PRESS PRESS TO SET TO SET INCLINE SPEED S T E P 1 S T E P 2 S T E P 3 ENTER SELECT PROGRAM SELECT TIME (+/-), PRESS START DISPLAY / SCAN (+/-), PRESS ENTER...
  • Page 16 M O N IT OR DI S PL AY SPEED • Shown as MPH. Indicates how fast your walking or running surface is moving. TIME • Shown as Minutes:Seconds. View the time remaining or the time elapsed in your workout. PULSE •...
  • Page 17 G ETTIN G S TA R T ED / S E L E C T I NG A PRO GRA M Check to make sure no objects are placed on the belt that will hinder the movement of the treadmill. Plug in the power cord and turn the treadmill ON.
  • Page 18 PR O GR A M P RO F IL ES INTERVALS (SPEED CHANGES) TIME PROG SEG Warm Up Cool Down SPEED ROLLING HILLS (INCLINE CHANGES) TIME PROG SEG Warm Up Cool Down INCLINE WEIGHT LOSS (SPEED CHANGES) TIME PROG SEG Warm Up Cool Down SPEED...

  • Page 19: Conditioning Guidelines

    CO ND I TI O N I N G G U IDEL INES ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE BEGINNING AN ExERCISE PROGRAM. HOW OFTEN? (Frequency of Workouts) The American Heart Association recommends that you exercise at least 3 to 4 days per week to maintain cardiovascular fitness.
  • Page 20 TAR GET H EAR T R AT E ZO N E CH A R T What is Target Heart Rate Zone? Target Heart Rate Zone tells you the number of times per minute your heart needs to beat to achieve a desired workout effect. It is represented as a percentage of the maximum number of times your heart can beat per minute.
  • Page 21 T IP S STRETCHING STRETCH FIRST Before using your product, it is best to take a few minutes doing a few gentle stretching exercises. Stretching prior to exercise will improve flexibility and reduce chances of exercise related injury. Ease into each of these stretches with a slow gentle motion.
  • Page 22 THE IMPORTANCE OF WARM UP & COOL DOWN TI PS WARM UP The first 2 to 5 minutes of a workout should be devoted to warming up. The warm-up will limber your muscles and prepare them for more strenuous exercise. Make sure that you warm-up on your product at a slow pace.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting & Maintenance

    TR OU B LE S H O OT I N G COMMON PRODUCT QUESTIONS ARE THE SOUNDS MY TREADMILL MAKES NORMAL? All treadmills make a certain type of thumping noise due to the belt riding over the rollers, especially new treadmills.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting - Heart Rate

    • Has the machine been lubricated and maintained per the maintenance schedule? Answering these and other questions will give the technicians the ability to send proper replacement parts and the service necessary to get you and your Merit Fitness treadmill running again!

  • Page 25: Maintenance Schedule

    • Inspect the power cord. If the power cord is damaged, contact Merit Fitness. • Make sure the power cord is not underneath the treadmill or in any other area where it can become pinched or cut.

  • Page 26: Limited Warranty

    • Any attempt to repair this equipment creates a risk of injury. Merit years from the date of purchase, so long as the device Fitness is not responsible or liable for any damage, loss or liability remains in the possession of the original owner.
  • Page 28 MAY BE COVERED BY ONE OR MORE PATENTS OR PATENTS PENDING US 6273843 TW 586429 TW 494765 US 7104930 CN 03206094.7 CN 01230904.4 US 6682460 720T Rev. 2.0 | © 2006 Merit Fitness | Designed & Engineered in the U.S.A. | Made in China...

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