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Cardio Trainer Owner’s Manual Crafting the World’s Finest Treadmills PART NUMBER 72069...
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Before you start the treadmill: The red Safety Key must be magnetically connected to the front of the display panel. During operation, removing the Safety Key will cause the treadbelt to stop until it’s replaced. To start the treadmill: START START Pressing START powers up the treadmill and all displays will light.
Important Safety Instructions WARNING: Failure to observe the following operating instructions can result in serious injury! If you are suffering from any illness, condition, or disability which affects your ability to run, walk or exercise, do not use this product without consulting your doctor first. If you are suffering from any illness, condition, or disability which affects your ability to run, walk or exercise, do not use this product without supervision present.
Important Safety Instructions WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury to persons: An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use. Close supervision is necessary when this unit is used by or near children or disabled persons. Use this treadmill only for its intended use as described in this manual.
One of the great things about the Cardio Trainer is its diversity of applications. It’s terrific for just starting out on a walking program or easy jog. In the case of a veteran runner, it’s the exact prescription needed for precision interval training to lower your 10K time.
Assembly Instructions STEP 1: STEP 2: STEP 3: STEP 4: Unbolt treadmill from pallet Cut the box off the pallet Unstrap the treadmill Secure upright to frame • On L7 treadmills it is necessary • Remove the metal strapping • The treadmill components •...
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Assembly Instructions STEP 9: STEP 10: STEP 11: STEP 12: Install upright end cap Connect contact bar Ground contact bar Snap upright cover • Feed the contact heart rate • Unscrew the unused screw on • Carefully align the upright cover •...
Basic Control Panel Operations Press START to power up treadmill. All the displays will light and the treadbelt will START START begin moving at 0.5 mph (0.8 km/hr in metric mode). Press PAUSE to place the treadmill in pause mode. The treadbelt will stop, but all statistical information will be preserved.
Features The Cardio Trainer treadmill combines a versatile liquid crystal display (LCD) with a variety of program options including multiple heart rate control programs. These features and options combine to offer an exciting and fun workout so you can reach your fitness goals.
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SELF-DIAGNOSTICS If the Cardio Trainer ever malfunctions, it has the ability to seek out and self diagnose the problem, clearly displaying it in detail in the center LCD. This feature aims at minimizing treadmill down time, helping you maintain your fitness goals.
Getting Started Make sure you have read and understood this owner’s manual. Now you are ready to begin. Start by straddling the treadbelt with one foot on each traction strip. Once the treadbelt begins moving you can start walking on the treadbelt. Press the button, and the power-up screen will appear: START...
Manual Mode Upon exiting the weight input screen the treadmill enters the Manual mode. In this mode you control all treadmill functions. Any changes in speed or elevation will be a direct result of your touching the control panel. In the Manual mode you can change the speed and elevation at any time as well as select from one of the three multifunction display screens.
Using the Numeric Keypad The Cardio Trainer is equipped with a numeric keypad, which serves multiple functions to make the treadmill easier to control. It can be used to change speed and elevation, enter user settings, and configure programs. ENTERING USER WEIGHT When the treadmill is first started, you are asked for your weight in pounds (kilograms in metric).
Built-in Programs Programs have been added to the Cardio Trainer so you can add some variety to your workouts. You can choose from one of 5 Built-in programs, which will run you through a pre-selected speed and elevation curve. When choosing a program you select a maximum speed, maximum elevation and a time from 10 to 99 minutes (Intervals Program also requires a minimum speed).
Using the Built-In Programs SELECT PROGRAM Press PROGRAMS at any time to display the programs selection screen. Scroll through the program previews with center “+/-” keys and select the program that best suits your desired workout by pressing NEXT. The display will now ask you to enter the program parameters. SELECT PROGRAM MAXIMUM SPEED The display will prompt you to set a Max Speed using the keypad or center “+/-”...
User Program Learn Mode The Cardio Trainer has storage capacity for five User Program Profiles, which you can create and change. The treadmill will remember these programs even if you unplug it from the wall. Each of the five User Program Profiles are copies of the five built-in programs, until you use and change these programs.
User Program Edit Mode Edit Mode allows you to edit the speed and elevation for each of the 20 program segments without actually exercising on the treadmill. The Edit Mode is an excellent way to modify a program that you have previously created while exercising in a User Program.
These specialty programs have been designed to monitor and achieve a specific goal you may have every time you get on your Cardio Trainer. Whether you want to go for a 3-mile run, burn 1,000 calories, or simply exercise for 15 minutes, the Goal Progress screen will accurately assess your progress with a variety of stats.
Control programs require the use one of them. The Cardio Trainer has the ability not only to display your heart rate, but also to automatically vary the speed and elevation based upon your heart rate via its Heart Rate Control (HRC) programs. Target training allows you to maximize your workout performance while minimizing your workout time.
Running a Heart Rate Program Follow these steps to run an HRC program: SELECT PROGRAM To select an HRC program press the HRC button. Scroll through the program previews with center “+/-” keys and select HRC or INTERVAL HRC by pressing NEXT. SELECT PROGRAM MAXIMUM SPEED The display will prompt you to set a Max Speed using the keypad or center “+/-”...
User Heart Rate Control Programs The User Heart Rate Control (HRC) program is designed to allow you to set the target heart rate for each of the 20 program seg- ments during or before your workout. To customize a User HRC Program during your workout, simply adjust your Target Heart Rate using the center “+/-” keys in the Heart Rate Status Screen.
Fitness Tests Overview The Cardio Trainer includes three different Fitness Tests that measure your fitness level. Based on your specific age, gender, and performance they calculate your fitness level through three different protocols. The Army 2 Mile Fitness Test: Test Parameters •...
Taking the Army 2 Mile Fitness Test If you want to take the Army 2 Mile Fitness Test, follow these steps: SELECT PROGRAM Press PROGRAMS at any time to display the programs selection screen. Scroll through the program previews with the center “+/-” keys and select the Army 2 Mile Fitness Test by pressing NEXT. The display will now ask you to enter your age.
Taking the Balke Fitness Test If you want to take the Balke Fitness Test, follow these steps: SELECT PROGRAM Press the HRC button at any time to display the HRC programs selection screen. Scroll through the program previews with center “+/-” keys and select the Balke Fitness Test by pressing NEXT. The display will now ask you to enter your age.
Taking the Firefighter Fitness Test If you want to take the Firefighter Fitness Test, follow these steps: SELECT PROGRAM Press PROGRAMS at any time to display the programs selection screen. Scroll through the program previews with center “+/-” keys and select the Firefighter Fitness Test by pressing NEXT. The display will now ask you to enter your age.
Self Diagnostics The Cardio Trainer is equipped with onboard self-diagnostics. If the treadmill experiences any errors during operation, the treadmill will display the error message. You will have the option to further investigate by commencing the treadmill’s self- diagnostics software (see picture below).
Heart Rate Monitoring The Cardio Trainer treadmill comes standard with a wireless heart rate monitoring device and a contact heart rate crossbar (see AccuTrack Heart Rate Monitoring System) to give you feedback on how your body is affected by your workout. We will take a look at a few basic concepts of heart rate monitoring so you can better understand how it all works and how to maximize its use to allow you to reach the fitness level you desire.
Heart Rate Monitoring Why should I monitor exercise intensity? Your heart is the most important muscle in your body and, like all muscles, must be exercised regularly to remain strong and efficient. According to fitness experts, exercise is more effective when you work out in a specific heart rate range or zone. This is referred to as your Target Heart Rate Zone (THRZ) and is reflected by the number of beats per minute your heart pumps.
Heart Rate Monitors The Cardio Trainer includes two separate heart rate monitoring systems: The wireless heart rate chest strap transmitter and the AccuTrack Contact Heart Rate Monitoring System. Heart rate monitors KEEPS YOU SAFE Exercising too hard can put you at risk for injury. A heart rate monitor reminds you of the safe and effective heart rate intensity at which you should exercise and warns you when your workouts go too far.
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AccuTrack Contact Heart Rate Monitor™ The AccuTrack Contact Heart Rate Monitoring System™ can be used in place of the wireless chest strap to perform any of the following functions: • Monitor your Time in Zone • Control HRC programs • Help you maintain your Target Pulse 1.
Getting the Most Out of Your Workouts Should you walk or run? This depends on several things such as body weight, fitness goals, and what you like to do. Walking is the safest, most compatible form of exercise for most people. If you’re just starting out, are new to exercise, or participate in aerobic activities less than three times per week, we recommend that you walk.
Getting the Most Out of Your Workouts FREQUENCY OF EXERCISE Walkers: Walk 3-6 times a week; 20-60 minutes per day. Runners: Run 3-5 times a week; 20-60 minutes per day. DURING YOUR WORKOUT • Stay in the middle portion of the treadbelt. •...
Lubrication is not required on residential treadmills. In institutional settings Landice recommends lubricating the underside of the treadbelt with Landice SlipCoat on a monthly basis.
Appendix A: Medrail Installation STEP 1 STEP 2 Insert the side rail into the upper Fit the side rail to the bottom rail clamp and tighten the bolt rail clamp. using a 1/2” socket. (Do not over-tighten.) STEP 3 STEP 4 Use a soft mallet to firmly set the Use a 3/16”...
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