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USER'S MANUAL Model No. PFTL14008.0 Serial No. Write the serial number in the space above for reference. Serial Number Decal QUESTIONS? As a manufacturer, we are com- mitted to providing complete cus- tomer satisfaction. If you have questions, or if parts are missing, DO NOT CONTACT THE STORE;...
3. Use the treadmill only as described. page 14. To purchase a surge suppressor, see your local PROFORM dealer or call the tele- 4. Place the treadmill on a level surface, with at phone number on the front cover of this man- least 8 ft.
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18. The treadmill is capable of high speeds. other than the procedures in this manual Adjust the speed in small increments to should be performed by an authorized service avoid sudden jumps in speed. representative only. 19. The pulse sensors are not medical devices. 27.
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33. Upon completion of any service or repairs to • Use a jumper wire not smaller than No. 6 the treadmill or the television, ask the service AWG (13.3 mm ) copper, or the equivalent technician to perform safety checks to con- when a separate antenna-grounding elec- firm that the unit is in proper operating condi- trode is used.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Thank you for selecting the revolutionary PROFORM ual. To help us assist you, note the product model ® PERSPECTIVE ES treadmill. The PERSPECTIVE ES number and serial number before contacting us. The treadmill offers an impressive selection of features de-...
ASSEMBLY To hire an authorized service technician to assemble the treadmill, call toll-free 1-800-445-2480. Assembly requires two persons. Set the treadmill in a cleared area and remove all packing materials. Do not dispose of the packing materials until assembly is completed. Note: The underside of the treadmill walking belt is coated with high-performance lubricant.
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2. Hold the Right Upright (74) near the Right Base Cover (77). See the inset drawing. Make sure Wire the wire tie is in the rectangular hole as shown. Tie the wire tie in the lower end of the Right Upright securely around the end of the Upright Wire Harness (75).
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4. Identify the Right Upright Sleeve (96) and the Left Upright Sleeve (95); the Upright Sleeves are labeled. Slide the Right Upright Sleeve onto the Right Upright (74) and the Left Upright Sleeve onto the Left Upright (73). “Left” “Right” 5.
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6. Connect the TV Cable (49) and the AV Cable (97) to the cables extending from the console Console assembly. Remove the wire tie from the TV Assembly Cable and the AV Cable. Then, insert the con- nectors down into the Left Upright (73). Next, insert the brackets on the Handrails (99) into the Uprights (73, 74).
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8. Slide the Right Upright Sleeve (96) up against the console assembly. Attach the Right Upright Sleeve with a #8 x 3/4" Screw (4) and a #8 x 3/4" Tek Screw (21) as shown. Console Assembly Attach the Left Upright Sleeve (not shown) to the console assembly as described above.
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If you purchase the optional chest pulse sensor (see page 25), follow the steps below to install the re- ceiver included with the chest pulse sensor. 1. Make sure that the power cord is unplugged. Remove the indicated #8 x 3/4" Screws (4) from the Pulse Receiver Cover (70) on the back of the Console (66).
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Before operating the television, you must connect an antenna or a 75 ohm CATV cable to the 75 ohm ter- minal or the AV wire to the audio/video input jack. Note: Use a CATV cable to connect to an external source such as a cable box, satellite TV box, VCR, or analog cable.
Grounded Outlet Box the right). To purchase a surge suppressor, see Adapter your local PROFORM dealer or call the telephone Surge Suppressor number on the front cover of this manual and order part number 146148, or see your local electronics store.
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CONSOLE DIAGRAM FEATURES OF THE CONSOLE Whether you select the manual mode or a workout, you can enjoy the shows of your choice on the per- The treadmill console offers an impressive selection of sonal television while you get in shape. You can also features designed to make your workouts more effec- listen to your favorite workout music or audio books with tive and enjoyable.
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HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER HOW TO USE THE MANUAL MODE IMPORTANT: If the treadmill has been exposed to 1. Insert the key into the console. cold temperatures, allow it to warm to room tem- perature before turning on the power. If you do not See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER at the left.
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5. Follow your progress with the displays. time, the console will not display your heart rate accurately. See page 25 for information The matrix—When you about the optional chest pulse sensor. select the manual mode, the matrix will Before using display a track that rep- the handgrip resents 1/4 mile (400...
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HOW TO USE A PRESET WORKOUT speed setting for the current segment. At the end of each segment, a series of tones will sound and the 1. Insert the key into the console. next segment of the profile will begin to flash. If a new speed or incline setting is programmed for the See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 16.
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HOW TO CREATE A CUSTOM WORKOUT the first segment, simply adjust the speed and in- cline of the treadmill as desired by pressing the 1. Insert the key into the console. speed and incline buttons. See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 16. When the first segment of the workout ends, a se- ries of tones will sound and the current speed and 2.
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HOW TO USE A CUSTOM WORKOUT If desired, you can redesign the workout while using it. To change the speed setting or the in- 1. Insert the key into the console. cline setting for the current segment, simply press the speed or incline buttons. When the current See HOW TO TURN ON THE POWER on page 16.
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HOW TO OPERATE THE PERSONAL TELEVISION tenna or a 75 ohm CATV cable to the 75 ohm ter- minal on the treadmill, select the TV source. If you IMPORTANT: Before operating the television, you have plugged the audio/video wire harness into the must connect the AV wire or a CATV cable to the audio/video input jack, select the AV source.
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HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL available when viewing ATSC digital television. The first time you use the re- Press the Info button to view information about the cur- mote control, insert batteries rent program and the broadcast or cable signal. (see HOW TO REPLACE THE BATTERIES IN THE REMOTE Press the CC button repeatedly to turn on or turn off...
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HOW TO ADJUST THE TELEVISION SETTINGS 4. Adjust the time settings. You must use your remote control to adjust television Adjust the OSD (on-screen display) duration, sleep settings. Press the Menu button to enter the main timer, time zone, or daylight savings time settings. menu or to return to a previous menu.
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6. Scan and save channels. After all valid chan- nels available in your Select CATV or AIR. Select CATV to receive chan- area have been nels through the 75 ohm terminal on the treadmill. saved into the televi- Program Name Skip FD 3803 Select AIR to receive channels through an antenna.
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THE INFORMATION MODE HOW TO USE THE SOUND SYSTEM The console features an information mode that keeps To play music or audio books through the consoleʼs track of the total distance that the walking belt has sound system, you must connect your MP3 player, CD moved and the total number of hours that the treadmill player, or other personal audio player to the console has been used.
HOW TO FOLD AND MOVE THE TREADMILL HOW TO FOLD THE TREADMILL FOR STORAGE Before folding the treadmill, adjust the incline to the lowest position. If you do not do this, you may permanently damage the treadmill. Remove the key and unplug the power cord.
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HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE Frame 1. Hold the upper end of the treadmill with your left hand. Pull the latch knob to the left and hold it. Pivot the frame downward and release the latch knob. Note: To release the latch knob, it may be necessary to push the frame for- ward as you pull the latch knob to the left.
TROUBLESHOOTING Most treadmill problems can be solved by following the steps below. Find the problem that applies, and follow the steps listed. If further assistance is needed, please see the front cover of this manual. PROBLEM: The power does not turn on SOLUTION: a.
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Lower the treadmill (see HOW TO LOWER THE TREADMILL FOR USE on page 27). Remove the four indicated #8 x 3/4" Screws (4), and remove the Motor Hood (44). Next, locate the Reed Switch (20) and the Magnet (12) on the left side of the Pulley (11). Turn the Pulley View until the Magnet is aligned with the Reed Switch.
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b. If the walking belt slips when walked on, first remove the key and UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. Using the hex key, turn both idler roller bolts clockwise, 1/4 of a turn. When the walking belt is correctly tightened, you should be able to lift each edge of the walking belt 3 to 4 in.
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PROBLEM: The remote control does not function correctly SOLUTION: a. Make sure you are standing on the treadmill, holding the remote control near the television and pointing the remote control directly at the console. b. If your remote control is still not functioning correctly, the batteries should be replaced; most re- mote control problems are the result of low batteries.
EXERCISE GUIDELINES WARNING: Burning Fat—To burn fat effectively, you must exer- cise at a low intensity level for a sustained period of Before beginning any time. During the first few minutes of exercise, your exercise program, consult your physician. body uses carbohydrate calories for energy. Only after This is especially important for persons over the first few minutes of exercise does your body begin the age of 35 or persons with pre-existing...
PART LIST—Model No. PFTL14008.0 R0109A To locate the parts listed below, see the EXPLODED DRAWING near the end of this manual. Key No. Qty. Description Key No. Qty. Description Foot Rail Cover Right Rear Foot Foot Rail Rear Wheel Isolator Screw 3/8"...
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, please see the front cover of this manual. To help us assist you, be prepared to provide the following information when contacting us: • the model number and serial number of the product (see the front cover of this manual) •...
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