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Cybex LCX-425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Cardiovascular Systems Part Number LT-19341-4 F www.cybexinternational.com...
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DISCLAIMER: Cybex International, Inc. makes no representations or warranties regarding the contents of this manual. We reserve the right to revise this document at any time or to make changes to the product described within it without notice or obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes.
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Table of Contents Front Pages 4 Preventive Maintenance About this Manual....iii Warnings/Cautions ....4-1 FCC Compliance Information .
• contact Cybex Customer Service at 888-462-9239 • or contact Cybex Customer Service at 508-533-4300 To contact Cybex with comments about this manual you may send email to techhelp@cybexintl.com. FCC Compliance Information WARNING: Changes or modifi cations to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate...
Check with a qualifi ed electrician or service provider if you are in doubt as to whether the treadmill is properly grounded. Seek a qualifi ed electrician to perform any modifi cations to the cord or plug. Cybex is not responsible for injuries or damages as a result of cord or plug modifi cation.
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Important Safety Instructions (Save These Instructions) DANGER: To reduce the risk of electric shock, always unplug this treadmill from the electrical outlet immediately after using it and before cleaning it. WARNING: Serious injury could occur if these precautions are not observed. To reduce the risk of burns, fi...
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• DO NOT attempt repairs, electrical or mechanical. Seek qualifi ed repair personnel when servicing. If you live in the USA, contact Cybex Customer Service at 888-462-9239. If you live outside the USA, contact Cybex Customer Service at 508-533-4300. •...
To replace any worn or damaged decals do one of the following: Fax your order to 508-533-5183 or contact Cybex Customer Service at 888-462-9239. If you live outside of the USA, call 508-533-4300. For location or part number of labels, see the parts list and exploded-view diagram.
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Caution Decals Caution decals indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. There are no caution decals used on this unit. However, there are caution statements listed in Chapters 2 and 5 of this manual. See Chapters 2 and 5.
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual 2 - Assembly and Setup Warnings/Cautions All warnings and cautions listed in this chapter are as follows: WARNING: Use extreme caution when assembling the treadmill. Failure to do so could result in injury. WARNING: During this procedure STAY OFF THE RUNNING BELT! Stand with your feet on the two steps.
Lift up and remove the cardboard sleeve that surrounds the treadmill. ) each item as you fi nd it. See Check to be sure that the following items are present. Check off ( Figure 1. If any of the parts are missing contact Cybex Customer Service. Assembly and Setup...
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Item Part Number Description Varies Base assembly Varies Console assembly Upright assembly AX-19027 Console back PL-19061 Cover, console back AX-19239 Motor cover, center PL-18991 Motor cover, right (in box) PL-18992 Motor cover, left (in box)
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual C. Check off ( ) each item in the hardware pack as you fi nd it. See Figure 2. Item Part Number Description HS-11977 Screw, SEMS, 8-32 x .38”, PNHD PHIL HS-15706 Screw, 8-16 x .50”, PNHD, STL, BLK HS-16929 Bolt, Whiz Lock, 3/8-16 x .625”, HXHD...
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual CAUTION: A minimum of two people are required to lift, move and assemble this treadmill. Always use proper lifting methods when moving heavy items. 4. Lift and move the treadmill. At least two people should lift and move the treadmill to a level location where you intend to leave it.
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual 7. Install the console back to the upright assembly. Locate the console back (#4) and twelve screws, 8-32 x .38” (#13). Place the console back (#4) in the correct position on the upright assembly (#3). See Figure 5.
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual NOTE: If installing the A/V option, refer to the 425T A/V bracket installation instructions (supplied with the A/V bracket). 8. Install the console assembly to the console back. A. Locate the console assembly (#2), two screws , 8-32 x .38”...
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual D. Check to see that all of the cables are Console connected fi rmly in their proper place. Assembly See Figure 8. E. While being sure not to pinch any cables, Back use a Philips head screwdriver to secure Cover the seven screws 8-16 x .50”...
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual 10. Level your treadmill. A. Confi rm that your treadmill is on a level surface. 11. Attach emergency stop key. A. Confi rm that the emergency stop key is in place over the e-stop button. See Figure 12. NOTE: The treadmill will not run without the key (or other metal) in place.
2. The control panel will light up and be in the Dormant Mode. NOTE: Cybex recommends that the treadmill be unplugged when it is not in use. 3. Press the Quick Start key. The treadmill begins a countdown “3...2...1” and sounds a tone for each count.
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual 11. Run the treadmill through its full % grade range. Press the Incline key until the treadmill reaches its highest grade (15%). Then press the Incline key until the treadmill is back to 0% grade.
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual 3 - Operation Read and understand all instructions and warnings prior to using the treadmill. See all of the safety related information located in chapter 1. Terms and Symbols Used This section lists some of the common terms and symbols used in this chapter. Other terms and symbols are listed in this chapter as appropriate.
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Quick Operation Guide NOTE: Maximum user weight is 350 lbs. (159 kg). The following is a quick overview of the operation of the treadmill. For more information read Detailed Operation Guide in this chapter. 1. Place your feet on the two top steps located on each side of the running belt.
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual WARNING: Do not stand on the running belt when starting the treadmill. Always place your feet on the two top steps when beginning a workout. 2. Place your feet on the two top steps located on each side of the running belt.
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual 8. Press the Speed — keys to change the belt speed at any time. The right display will show the set speed. Λ V 9. Press the Incline keys to change the incline at any time. The left display will show the current incline only when incline keys are used, then revert to time.
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Press Pause/Stop a second time to interrupt workout data from cycling and to change the display to Dormant Mode. The function of the immobilization method: The purpose of immobilizing the treadmill is to prevent unauthorized use. This can be accomplished by removing the e-stop key from the console, unclipping it from the cord and putting it in a non-accessible place.
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Data Readouts As you exercise, the treadmill keeps track of the following data: Distance — The total accumulated distance, in miles or kilometers, during your work- out. NOTE: Depending on the defaults you’ve chosen this measurement will show in English or Metric.
Workout Review for up to 20 seconds or the preset idle time. Displaying Heart Rate In order for the Cybex 425T to display your heart rate, hold the handgrips to use Contact Heart Rate or wear a Polar ® compatible heart rate chest strap.
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Heart Rate Zone Heart Rate is described by the number of times your heart beats in a minute. At rest, the average adult will have a heart rate of about 72 beats per minute (bpm). As one begins to exercise, heart rate increases and continues to increase as exercise intensity or diffi...
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual The degree of incline can be related to % grade by taking the Arctangent of the grade. For instance, 15% grade is equal to 8.53 Degrees (ArcTan(.15)=8.53º). The opposite is true to determine % Grade from Degree of incline (Tan (8.53º)=.15).
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Audio / Video Audio and video options are available. If unit is supplied with a personal entertainment monitor (television) or a wireless transceiver, the use of the controls at the center of the handgrips will control A/V options.
NOTE: Worn or damaged components shall be replaced immediately or the treadmill removed from service until the repair is made. NOTE: Cybex is not responsible for performing regular inspection and maintenance actions for your treadmill. Instruct all personnel in equipment inspection and maintenance actions and also in accident reporting/recording.
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual NOTE: Do not spray cleaning solution directly on the treadmill. Direct spraying could cause damage to the electronics and may void the warranty. WARNING: To prevent electrical shock, be sure that the treadmill is unplugged from the electrical outlet before performing any cleaning or maintenance procedures.
E. Walk on the belt to see if it still slips. If it does restart this procedure at step 1 A. If you have to do this procedure three times and it still slips call Cybex Customer Service. Follow the next step to be sure the belt is centered.
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual 2. Center the belt. NOTE: While centering the belt choose one bolt to adjust. Do not adjust both bolts. With the treadmill running at 5 mph (8 kph) observe the running belt. If the belt tracks off center to the right or left the deck will become exposed.
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Other Preventive Maintenance Other preventive maintenance activities must be completed by a qualifi ed service technician at the recommended intervals listed in the Service Schedule at the end of this chapter. These activities include: • Measure the motor brushes and replace worn motor brushes •...
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Service Schedule All maintenance activities shall be performed by qualifi ed personnel. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. NOTE: This is the minimum recommended service. Determine mileage. A. While in Dormant Mode enter Test Mode by pressing and holding the Heart Rate and Level keys simultaneously for five seconds.
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual 2. Resetting the service odometer. Dormant Mode enter Test Mode by pressing and holding the Heart Rate and Level keys While in simultaneously for fi ve seconds. Cool Down key to display “SVC” and miles or kilometers on service odometer.
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Your serial number and voltage can be found on the rear of your treadmill. See Figure 1. For your convenience record your serial number and voltage below so that you will have it ready if you call Cybex Customer Service.
The serial number begins with a letter, for example: R09-101331100. 4. At Cybex’s discretion, the technician may request that you return the problem part(s) to Cybex for evaluation and repair or replacement. The technician will assign you an RMA number and will send you an ARS label.
Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Concealed Damage - Damage not seen with a visual check upon receipt of a shipment but noticed later must be reported to the carrier as soon as possible. Upon discovery of the damage, a written or phone request to the carrier asking them to perform an inspection of the materials must be made within ten days of the date of delivery.
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Appendix B - Program Overview Manual Program Overview Manual Mode is available both through Quick Start and through the Manual program where you are prompted to enter Time and Weight. NOTE: There is no diagram because incline and speed are user-controlled.
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Speed Interval 1 (P-1) Program Overview This program is designed to introduce an individual to incorporating running into their training. The program uses exclusively 0% incline with a repeating 1:2 work to rest ratio. Each work segment lasts 30 seconds and each rest segment lasts 60 seconds.
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Speed Interval 2 (P-2) Program Overview This program is designed for those wishing to introduce speed into their training. The program uses exclusively 0% incline with a repeating 1:3 work to rest ratio. Each work segment lasts 15 seconds and each rest segment lasts 45 seconds.
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Hill Interval (P-3) Program Overview This program is designed to introduce some variability into the program while maintaining a constant walking pace. The Hill Interval program varies the incline between two levels every 60 seconds. This provides for moderate variation that elicits an improved result over steady state walking up an incline.
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Pikes Peak (P-4) Program Overview Pikes Peak uses a nine-minute core where the incline increases every minute for the fi rst fi ve minutes. As the incline increases, speed is slightly reduced in the same fashion as it would if one where hiking up an ever steeper hill.
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Rolling Hills (P5) Program Overview The Rolling Hills program uses a four-minute core. In the core program each minute represents a segment. Segments two and four are the “rest” intervals and use the same speed. The fi rst and third segments also use higher speeds than the rest intervals with the fi...
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Hills (P-6) Program Overview The Hills program is a constant speed walking program that introduces incline that varies each minute for a series of relative peaks and valleys. See table below and Figure 6. Base Speed...
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Weight Loss (P-7) Program Overview This program was designed to help individuals of all fi tness levels achieve their weight loss goals through a protocol that incorporates both low and moderate intensity activity. Because walking has become a popular mode of exercise for those looking to lose weight, all levels of this program are performed at walking speeds.
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Cybex 425T Treadmill Owner’s Manual Cardio (P-8) Program Overview This program was designed for the exercise participant who wants to improve the overall effi ciency of their cardio-respiratory system. Unlike some of the other treadmill programs that incorporate low and moderate intensity segments, the Cardio program contains overall higher intensity levels with more moderate recovery segments.
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