Vision Fitness T9800 Series Owner's Manual

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Page 1 O w n e r’s G u i d e T9800 Series TREADMILLS...
Page 2 VISION FITNESS T9800 Treadmill. ® You’ve taken an important step in offering your customers what they need to achieve their fitness goals with a treadmill that is designed specifically to meet your facility’s needs. It is important to have complete knowledge of this piece of equipment before use.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents USER ENGINEERING MODE ..41 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..4 AUTO-CALIBRATION ... . 43 POWER REQUIREMENTS .
Page 4 CONSOLE HANDLEBARS RUNNING BELT SIDE RAILS MOTOR COVER LEVELERS TRANSPORT WHEELS T 9 8 0 0 H R T P L AT F O R M T R E A D M I L L S...
Page 5: Safety Instructions
Unplug your VISION FITNESS Treadmill before moving it. CHILDREN • Keep children off your VISION FITNESS Treadmill at all times. • When the VISION FITNESS Treadmill is in use, young children and p e t s should be kept at least 10 feet away.
Page 6: Power Requirements
POWER REQUIREMENTS This product is intended for use on a nominal 230-volt electrical circuit. Be sure the product is connected to an outlet with the same configuration (also shown below). This product requires a dedicated circuit. If a properly grounded dedicated circuit is not available, one must be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Page 7: Leveling
OTHER SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR VISION FITNESS TREADMILL CAUTION! : If you experience chest pains, nausea, dizziness or shortness of breath, stop exercising immediately and consult your physician before continuing. • Do not wear clothing that might catch on any part of the Treadmill.
Page 8: Power & Emergency Stop
Treadmill will come to a stop. To resume your workout, you will need to re-enter any data. SAFETY MAGNET Your VISION FITNESS Treadmill will not start unless the Safety Magnet is inserted into the circle in the console overlay. You should attach the clip end to your clothing.
Page 9: Feedback Display
T9800HRT FEEDBACK DISPLAY ALPHANUMERIC MESSAGE CENTER This is a display that will scroll the operation instructions in the top center display window. It will also display your feedback when the LED next to the appropriate word is lit. CALORIES Shown as estimated calories burned during workout. PACE Shown as Time (Minutes:Seconds) required to travel 1 mile at current Speed.
Page 10 T9800HRT FEEDBACK DISPLAY HEART RATE Shown as Beats-per-Minute. You can monitor your Heart Rate at any time during a workout by using a Heart Rate Chest Strap or gripping the Heart Rate Sensors on the front handlebar. AVG HEART RATE Displays percentage of maximum heart rate.
Page 11 T9800HRT FEEDBACK DISPLAY PROFILE MATRIX WINDOW The Left dots #1-6 will show an Elevation Profile in 6 segments in ORANGE. This profile is not an exact representation elevation profile, but just a bar graph. The profile will scroll to the left during operation.
Page 12 T9800HRT FEEDBACK DISPLAY SPB-SEGMENT PROGRESS BAR The center 2 columns on the dot matrix are the SPB (Segment Progress Bar). These two bars represent the accumulated time per segment. Each program has 20 segments. The SPB takes the segment time and divides it into 10 vertical dots.
Page 13: User Log-In
T9800HRT FEATURES USER LOG-IN The T9800S and T9800HRT consoles have a special feature that allows you to Log-In and save all data from your workout. To use this function follow these steps. PRESS LOG-IN BUTTON Use either set of arrow keys to choose a user I.D.
Page 14: User Totals
T9800HRT FEATURES USER TOTALS BUTTON To use this function you will need to use the same User Log-In code and follow these three steps. PRESS TOTALS BUTTON Use either set of arrow keys to enter your User I.D. Number. This is the same number that you use to log-in before you begin working out.
Page 15: Speed & Elevation Quick Keys
T9800HRT FEATURES SPEED QUICK KEYS After pressing the START button, you can change the speed of the Treadmill by pressing one of the Speed Quick Key buttons numbered 2-8. Each key represents a mile/kilometer per hour. For example, when you press 3, the Treadmill will adjust the speed to 3 mph/kmph. ELEVATION QUICK KEYS After pressing the START button, you can change the elevation of the Treadmill by pressing one of the Elevation Quick Key buttons numbered...
Page 16: Contact Heart Rate
CONTACT HEART RATE HAND PULSE HEART RATE SENSORS The Contact Hand Pulse Sensors are included on this product to monitor your heart rate. To use, grasp both of the sensors with a comfortable grip during your workout. The console will display your heart rate. NOTE: For the Heart Rate Training programs you must use a chest transmitter (not included).
Page 17: Choosing Program & Age
T9800HRT FEATURES PROGRAM QUICK-KEYS We have made choosing a program simple and easy with our program Quick-Key feature. All you need to do is select one of the keys and you are on your way. The SPRINT 8 button takes you directly to that program. PROGRAMS, HRT PROGRAMS, and ®...
Page 18: Choosing A Level
T9800HRT FEATURES CHOOSING A LEVEL Choose level using arrow keys and press SELECT. The elevation & speed window will display the programs maximum elevation & speed. Alphanumeric Message Center will also display “LEVEL1”, etc.. PROGRAM LEVELS Most programs have 10 levels and SPRINT 8 has 17 levels. By having multiple levels to chose from, you can change the intensity of your workout as your fitness level improves.
Page 19: Choosing A Time & Weight
CHOOSING A TIME Choose Time using either set of arrow keys and press SELECT. ENTERING YOUR WEIGHT Enter weight using either set of arrow keys and press SELECT. The Alphanumeric Message Center window will display the weight. After you press START the dot matrix will display a 3,2,1 count down and “beep”.
Page 20: Program Details
T9800HRT PROGRAM DETAILS SPRINT 8 • ELEVATION & SPEED CHANGES SPRINT 8 is an anaerobically-based interval program. It is effective in recruiting fast twitch muscle fibers and improving athletic performance. Medical research supports that this type of exercise will help combat somatopause, which inflicts adults in middle-age and is signified by weight gain, muscle loss, wrinkled skin, and lack of energy.
Page 21: Using The Sprint 8 Program
USING THE SPRINT 8 PROGRAM The SPRINT 8 program is an anaerobic interval program designed to build muscle, improve speed, and naturally increase the release of Human Growth Hormone (HGH) in your body. Producing HGH through exercise and a proper diet has been shown as an effective way to burn fat and build lean muscle mass according to Phil Campbell, author of Ready, Set, GO! SYNERGY FITNESS.
Page 22: Pacer Program Details
T9800HRT PACER PROGRAM DETAILS This is a motivational program that allows you to race against the console. You determine the speed of the pacer and the distance of the workout. You control you own speed and elevation throughout the program. The top row of dots is the pacer.
Page 23: Hrt Weight Loss & Hrt Cardio
T9800HRT HEART RATE TRAINING NOTE: A CHEST TRANSMITTER IS NEEDED TO USE THE HEART RATE PROGRAMS WEIGHT LOSS • ELEVATION ONLY ® (65% OF PREDICTED MAXIMUM HEART RATE) Program default is 30:00 minutes The HRT WEIGHT LOSS program is designed to maintain you at 65% of ®...
Page 24 ENTER AGE Set your age using either set of arrow keys. Press SELECT to enter. Your age is used to determine your predicted maximum heart rate. ENTER TARGET HEART RATE You can change the target heart rate by using either set of arrow keys, enter your Target Heart Rate and press the SELECT button.
Page 25 ENTERING YOUR WEIGHT Enter weight using either set of arrow keys. The Alphanumeric Message Center window will display the weight. Press START to begin. After you press START the dot matrix will display a 3,2,1 count down and “beep”. The belt will start after the count down WARM-UP MODE Now the Treadmill is in the 2:00...
Page 26 COOL-DOWN MODE After you have completed your timed workout, the console will display: “Cool Down”. This is to let you know that your program has ended. You are now in a manual mode cool down and have control of the Speed and Elevation.
Page 27: Hrt Endurance
T9800HRT ENDURANCE • SPEED & ELEVATION ® Program default is 30:00 minutes (program time does not begin until Target Heart Rate Acheived) The Treadmill has a manual mode warm up until you reach your Target Heart Rate. During the warm up mode you control both speed and elevation.
Page 28 ENTER TARGET HEART RATE (See Page 35 to determine your recommended Target Heart Rate.) Using either set of arrow keys, enter your Target Heart Rate and press the SELECT button. CHOOSE PROGRAM TIME Set the Time using either set of arrow keys.
Page 29 WARM-UP MODE Now the Treadmill is in the manual warm up mode. You are now in control of both the speed and elevation to reach your target Heart Rate Zone. Once a steady Heart Rate within +/- 5 Beats Per Minute of your entered Ta r g e t Zone is found, the console will beep and then enter the Heart...
Page 30 COOL-DOWN MODE After you have completed your timed workout, the console will display: “Cool Down”. This is to let you know that your program has ended. You are now in a manual mode cool down and have control of the Speed and Elevation.
Page 31: Hrt Interval
T9800HRT INTERVAL • SPEED ONLY ® Program default is 30:00 minutes (program time does not begin until 85% of Target Heart Rate Acheived) The HRT INTERVAL has a manual warm up mode until you reach 85% of ® your target heart rate. During this warm up you control both speed and elevation.
Page 32 ENTER AGE Set your age using either set of arrow keys. Press SELECT to enter. Your age is used to determine your predicted maximum heart rate. ENTER TARGET HEART RATE (See Page 35 to determine your recommended Target Heart Rate.) Using either set of arrow keys, enter your Target Heart Rate.
Page 33 ENTERING YOUR WEIGHT Enter weight using either set of arrow keys. The Alphanumeric Message Center window will display the weight. Press START to begin. After you press START the dot matrix will display a 3,2,1 count down and “beep”. The belt will start after the count down WARM-UP MODE Now the treadmill is in the manual...
Page 34 COOL-DOWN MODE After you have completed your timed workout, the console will display: “Cool Down”. This is to let you know that your program has ended. You are now in a manual mode cool down and have control of the Speed and Elevation.
Page 35: About Heart Rate Training
GENERAL HEART RATE TRAINING RECOMMENDATIONS To use the Heart Rate Training Program, it is important to determine your Target Heart Rate, using the chart below. After determining your Target, you should use the Treadmill in MANUAL mode to see if the Target you have selected is correct.
Page 36: Rate Of Perceived Exertion
RATE OF PERCEIVED EXERTION Rate of Perceived Exertion (R.P.E.) is one of the easiest ways to monitor exercise intensity. By becoming familiar with the RPE scale, you can continually assess your level of intensity and insure a level of exertion that is comfortable.
Page 37: Wireless Chest Transmitter
USING A WIRELESS CHEST TRANSMITTER (NOT INCLUDED) Center the Transmitter Strap just below the breast or pectoral muscles, directly over your sternum with the logo facing out. Adjust the elastic strap length to avoid bouncing or sliding.
Page 38: User Programs 1-5
USER PROGRAMS 1-5 Design your own Programs by setting the desired Time, Speed, and Elevation of 20 different segments. By designing your own programs you now can control your fitness goals workout by workout. This allows you to modify your training based on certain events or milestones you may have set for yourself.
Page 39 ENTER SEGMENT TIME Modify the segment number using the elevation arrows and the segment time using the speed arrows. Press SELECT. ENTER SEGMENT SPEED AND ELEVATION The #1 column will blink. Press the Speed Quick Keys, and/or the SPEED arrow keys to change the speed segment column (Speed numeric values changing with red column).
Page 40 SAVING SEGMENT DATA Press the SELECT button to store Speed and Elevation, then proceed to the next column. NOTE: Repeat entering segment time, speed, and segment elevation until all 20 segments are completed. BEGINNING WORKOUT Begin exercising in your new Custom Program by pressing the START button.
Page 42: User Engineering Mode
USER ENGINEERING MODE Your Treadmill offers a User Engineering Mode that can access certain data and help to troubleshoot your Treadmill. User Engineering Mode is designed for you to access functions that will not affect important Treadmill settings. To access this mode please hold down SPEED DOWN and SELECT for 5 seconds while the Treadmill is in any state of setting up a program.
Page 43 USER ENGINEERING MODE (continued) DEFAULT AGE The default age is 40. You can modify the default age using the speed arrow keys. Press SELECT to save. DEFAULT WEIGHT Default weight is 150 lbs/ 68kg. You can modify the weight by using the speed arrow keys.
Page 44: Auto-Calibration
USER ENGINEERING MODE (continued) AUTO-CALIBRATION DO NOT STAND ON THE BELT WHEN PERFORMING THE AUTO-CALIBRATION! To begin auto-calibration, press SELECT. The Treadmill will run through minimum and maximum speed and maximum incline. This will take 3-5 minutes. Let the Treadmill perform this complete function before exiting the Engineering Mode.
Page 45 USER ENGINEERING MODE (continued) LUBRICATE DECK MESSAGE This is a service message that will appear on the console. Use the speed arrows to turn this message On or Off. Press SELECT to save. CLEAN TREADMILL This is a service message that will appear on the console. Use the speed arrows to turn this message On or Off.
Page 46: Troubleshooting
SOLUTION: The lubricating wax coating on the deck is wearing down and needs to be replenished; contact your VISION FITNESS retailer. PROBLEM: The Treadmill shuts off when elevated. SOLUTION: Check to make sure that the power cord is not stretched so tight that when the Treadmill is elevated the cord is pulled out of the wall outlet.
Page 47 TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR HEART RATE MONITOR CHEST STRAP PROBLEM: No pulse reading appears SOLUTION: There may be a poor connection between the contact pads and skin. Remoisten electrodes. S O L U T I O N : Transmitter is not properly positioned. Reposition the chest strap. SOLUTION: Verify that the distance between transmitter and receiver is not beyond the recommended range of 36 inches.
Page 48: Tensioning The Belt
TENSIONING THE BELT If the running belt slips when used, use the supplied 8mm Allen wrench to turn the left and right tension bolts clockwise -turn at a time until the belt no longer slips. CENTERING THE BELT Run the treadmill at 2.0 mph. If the running belt is too far to the right side, use the supplied 8mm Allen wrench to turn the right tension bolt clockwise -turn at a time until the belt remains centered during use.
Page 49: Preventive Maintenance
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Following are several tips on taking care of your VISION FITNESS Treadmill. The location of your Treadmill is important in maintaining your Treadmill. Find a location that does not accumulate dust and dirt easily. A clean environment can help to prolong the life and improve the performance of your treadmill.
Page 50 FOR BEST PERFORMANCE WE RECOMMEND THE FOLLOWING MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE: I T E M WEEKLY MONTHLY BI-ANNUALLY ANNUALLY CONSOLE BOLTS INSPECT FRAME CLEAN INSPECT RUNNING BELT CLEAN INSPECT DECK CLEAN INSPECT (VACUUM) POWER CORD INSPECT CONSOLE CLEAN INSPECT BOTTLE HOLDERS CLEAN H A N D L E B A R S CLEAN INSPECT...

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