Woodway Force Owner's Manual

Woodway Force Owner's Manual

Woodway force treadmill owners manual

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Owners Manual

© WOODWAY USA
PHONE # 262 548 6235
FAX# 262 548 6239
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FORM: OWNERS MNUL
REV: 11-29-07
APPR BY: EW

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  • Page 1: Owners Manual

    Owners Manual © WOODWAY USA PHONE # 262 548 6235 FAX# 262 548 6239 FORM: OWNERS MNUL REV: 11-29-07 APPR BY: EW...
  • Page 2 FORM: OWNERS MNUL REV: 11-29-07 APPR BY: EW...
  • Page 3 WOODWAY SERVICE PROVIDER INFORMATION SHEET NAME OF COMPANY _________________________________________________ CONTACT PERSON _________________________________________________ ADDRESS __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ PHONE NUMBER ____________________________________________________ FAX NUMBER _______________________________________________________ MAJOR CITIES AND AREAS YOUR COMPANY SERVICES ___________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ FORM: OWNERS MNUL REV: 11-29-07 APPR BY: EW...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION ..................6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............7 ITEMS & SERVICES AVAILABLE FROM WOODWAY ..........9 THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE STARTING EXERCISE PROGRAM ....10 THEORY OF WOODWAY’S FITNESS PROGRAMS ..........12 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................14 RUNNING BELT SPECIFICATIONS ................
  • Page 5: Woodway History

    In 1975, WOODWAY GMBH was founded in Weil am Rhein, Germany. The name “WOODWAY” is derived from the German “wald weg” or “way of the woods” – the feel of running on a soft pine needle covered path in the forest.
  • Page 6: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Chapter GETTING STARTED IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ITEMS AND SERVICES AVAILABLE FROM WOODWAY THINGS TO CONSIDER THEORY OF WOODWAY FITNESS SPECIFICATIONS FORM: OWNERS MNUL REV: 11-29-07 APPR BY: EW...
  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    Also keep hands, hair, loose clothing, towels etc. away from the moving treadmill. 7. Only qualified maintenance staff can carry out electrical and mechanical repair work. Please contact your dealer, the Service Center, or the WOODWAY factory directly. Only original spares may be used. FORM: OWNERS MNUL...
  • Page 8 3. Always keep hands well away from moving parts. 4. Never allow children near the treadmill without supervision. The Force treadmill is designed for up to 500 pounds running, 800 pounds walking. If any objects should become lodged in the belt or rollers, there is no guarantee that the treadmill will stop immediately.
  • Page 9: Items & Services Available From Woodway

    The treadmill will then carry a 1 year parts and labor warranty. It is like getting a brand new WOODWAY at a fraction of the cost. Prices above may not include shipping & handling.
  • Page 10: Things To Consider Before Starting Exercise Program

    Things to Consider Before Starting Exercise Program CONSULT A PROFESSIONAL FITNESS TRAINER It is advisable for all exercise beginners to consult a professional fitness instructor or personal trainer to develop an overall fitness evaluation/wellness program before starting an exercise routine. CONSULT A PHYSICIAN If you are over 40, have a history of heart disease, are overweight, or have not been involved in any kind of exercise program for several years, it is recommended that you...
  • Page 11: Heart Rate Chart

    Heart Rate Chart 60% OF 75% OF 85% OF MAXIMUM MAXIMUM MAXIMUM MAXIMUM HEARTRATE HEART RATE HEART RATE HEART RATE 200 BPM 120 BPM 150 BPM 170 BPM HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU EXERCISE? The biggest mistake made by people when starting an exercise program is that they try to do too much too fast.
  • Page 12: Theory Of Woodway's Fitness Programs

    Because our programs are designed to do all of this for you, you do not need to worry about how to get into shape. Simply use your WOODWAY treadmill on a regular basis and let us worry about the technicalities. Just have fun!
  • Page 13 FORM: OWNERS MNUL REV: 11-29-07 APPR BY: EW...
  • Page 14: Electrical Specifications

    520 P). The only outlet that the plug can be installed is a NEMA 5-20 R – which does not share the neutral. The 208 V or 220 V ac input WOODWAY treadmill has a 3-prong plug (NEMA 6-20 P). It will only fit in a NEMA 6-20 outlet. DO NOT BEND OR REMOVE PRONGS. If other power cord plugs are required, please consult the factory.
  • Page 15: Running Belt Specifications

    Running Belt Specifications General Slats, overlapping, replaceable Slat type Rubber over aluminum support Running Belt Hardness Approximately 40 Shore D Running Area See detailed specifications/model (Ch.1) Standard Color Black Support 102 roller bearings, 10 roller guides standard; The Path = 64 roller bearings, 8 roller guides.
  • Page 16: Chapter 2: Treadmill Installation

    Chapter TREADMILL INSTALLATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS LOCATION REQUIREMENTS TRANSPORTING YOUR TREADMILL ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS OUTLET COMPATIBILITY FORM: OWNERS MNUL REV: 11-29-07 APPR BY: EW...
  • Page 17: Grounding Requirements

    If the operating area is thickly carpeted, set the unit on a mat (WOODWAY has a selection of mats available for purchase if needed; call 1-800- WOODWAY for details). This will reduce the lint that can get into the treadmill and also reduce carpet wear.
  • Page 18: Outlet Compatibility

    5-20P). The only outlet that the plug can be installed is a NEMA 5-20R – which does not share the neutral. The 208 V or 220 V ac input WOODWAY treadmill has a 3-prong plug (NEMA 6-20P). It will only fit in a NEMA 6-20R outlet. DO NOT BEND OR REMOVE PRONGS. If other power cord plugs are required, please consult factory.
  • Page 19: Chapter 3: Treadmill Fundamentals

    Chapter TREADMILL FUNDAMENTALS BELT SURFACE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM SERIAL NUMBER PLACEMENT POLAR HEART RATE FORM: OWNERS MNUL REV: 11-29-07 APPR BY: EW...
  • Page 20: Belt Surface

    The WOODWAY rubber belt surface is unlike other treadmills (which normally utilize a cotton and nylon belt) and takes some getting used to. You may find, at first, that the surface has a "grip"...
  • Page 21: Serial Number Placement

    Serial Number Placement Each WOODWAY treadmill is assigned a serial number when built. The 7 or 8 alpha- numeric code can be found in two different locations on the treadmill. The serial number is on the main label located on the back of the display board housing. It is also on the front left section of the treadmill frame.
  • Page 22 The Transmitter You must be within three and a half feet of the receiver in order for the signal to transmit. Please take note that your transmitter may fluctuate erratically if you are too ® close to other Polar equipment. Maintain at least a three-foot distance between other ®...
  • Page 23: Chapter 4: Personal Trainer Display

    Chapter PERSONAL TRAINER DISPLAY DISPLAY OVERVIEW DESCRIPTION OF STATISTICS QUICK START QUICK START DISPLAY PARAMETERS STARTING A PROGRAMMED WORKOUT RUNNING A HEART RATE CONTROL PROGRAM CHANGING A PROGRAM DURING A WORKOUT PROGRAMMING USER PROGRAMS FORM: OWNERS MNUL REV: 11-29-07 APPR BY: EW...
  • Page 24: Display Overview

    Display Overview There are twenty-eight buttons on this display panel, which allow the user to input program parameters to control treadmill operation and allows the user to monitor the progress of their workout. The five seven-segment displays show program statistics. The four-digit displays are programmed to display time in an 88:88 format.
  • Page 25 In order for the user to monitor the progress of their workout, the personal trainer board displays: • Load Profile • Time • Watts/Distance • Speed • Accumulated Watts • Heart Rate FORM: OWNERS MNUL REV: 11-29-07 APPR BY: EW...
  • Page 26: Description Of Statistics

    Heart Rate is displayed in the format 000 and represents the user’s actual heart rate (pulse). LOAD: The load display is used to display the current user load to set the user load. Valid load values are 0 – 150 Ibs. FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 27: Quick Start (User Defined Operation)

    INCREASE button is pressed, the display will be in a User-directed Mode. The text “Press START TIME & PAUSE to begin workout” will then appear in the LCD display. Once the user presses the START TIME & PAUSE button, the workout will begin. FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 28: Quick Start Display Parameters

    PAUSE button was pressed. Once the user presses the PAUSE button again, the workout will resume. While paused, the CLEAR button will be enabled. Pressing the CLEAR button will reset all of the treadmill statistics. FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 29: Starting A Programmed Workout

    While paused, the CLEAR button will be enabled. At the end of a Program When the program time expires, the LCD will read “Program Complete” for 3 seconds. The load will then return to zero. FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 30: Running A Heart Rate Control Program

    Heart Rate Control program. The user may enter a new target heart rate using the numeric keys. Press the CLEAR button to erase the newly entered target heart rate. Press the ENTER button to accept FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 31: Changing A Program During A Workout

    Because statistics were not cleared, the statistics from the previous workout will be retained. Upon completion of this workout, the final program statistics will include statistics from this workout and the previous workout. FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 32: Programming User Programs

    Press ENTER to store that value and advance to the data for the next segment. Repeat this process for all segments desired. When programming is complete, press the off button to exit the Edit User Programs screen. FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 33: Chapter 5: Treadmill Options

    Chapter TREADMILL OPTIONS FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 34 208 or 220 V Input Power The 208 or 220 V ac input voltage requirements are options for all WOODWAY treadmills. A power transformer is installed and wired for either 208 V ac or 220 V ac. The remaining parts of the treadmill are unaffected.
  • Page 35: Chapter 6: Treadmill Maintenance

    Chapter TREADMILL MAINTENANCE CLEANING AND INSPECTION LUBRICATION ADJUSTMENTS AND CALIBRATION FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 36: Cleaning And Inspection

    Cleaning and Inspection Periodic cleaning and inspection of your WOODWAY treadmill will help to lengthen the life while helping keep it looking like new. With this preventative maintenance it will be easier to spot problems that might not otherwise be found.
  • Page 37: Lubrication

    Tighten the tensioning nut. Note: When moving the treadmill the frame may flex. If treadmill seems wobbly, push handrail to one side or the other, this may straighten frame without mounting feet adjustment needed. FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 38: Chapter 7: Warranty Info

    Chapter WARRANTY INFORMATION FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 39: Our Guarantee

    (4) years after original installation. A direct payment, or credit toward the purchase of a new WOODWAY, of 20% of the purchase price of the treadmill will be made to the owner of a WOODWAY treadmill. This guarantee is limited to the original owner. Contact WOODWAY for further details.
  • Page 40: Chapter 8: Wrap Up

    Chapter WRAP UP TROUBLESHOOTING PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE LOG NUMBERS TO KNOW FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    • Probable causes: Low line voltage; too much load on the same line. • Make sure treadmill is on a dedicated electrical circuit. • Possible static problem / spray with staticide. • Display power supply on Interface board is defective. FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 42 (NOTE: Too much grease will make a mess and will accumulate dust.) • Check for a defective guide roller or Z roller bearing on the bearing rail, replace if defective FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 43: Preventative Maintenance Log

    Preventative Maintenance Log DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED? RESULT FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 44: Numbers To Know

    (The serial number can be found on the back of the treadmill’s display board housing & also on the front/left section of treadmill frame – side cover must be removed to locate on the frame). FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...
  • Page 45 (966-3929) FORM: FORCE REV: 10-15-10 APPR BY: MF...

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